Which is better for boating and wet decks?

The Boatside. Its non-marking Omni-Grip outsole and drainage ports are made for wet decks, and the flip flop slips off easily. The Konos Elevate grips well too but has no drainage ports.

Which is better for walking and light trails?

The Konos Elevate. The heel strap, Omni-MAX cushioning and Adapt Trax tread give more support and stability over distance.

The Konos Elevate has more structure, with a stitched webbing upper and a multi-part sole, so it should hold up longer under daily walking. The Boatside is a simple flip flop and wears faster with heavy use.

Is the Konos Elevate worth stepping up to?

Yes if you walk a lot or need a secure fit on uneven ground. No if you mainly need a packable flip flop for the dock or beach.

Do the Boatside Flip Flops run in men's and women's sizes?

Yes. They come in men's M9–M12 and women's W7–W10. The Konos Elevate is women's only.

Can the Konos Elevate get wet?

Yes. The webbing and textile upper dry quickly and the Adapt Trax outsole is built for wet surfaces. It just lacks the Boatside's footbed drainage ports.

Columbia PFG Boatside Flip Flops vs Columbia Konos Elevate Strap Sandal

Buy the Boatside Flip Flop for wet-deck work, boat days and quick on/off; buy the Konos Elevate Strap Sandal for walking, trails and all-day support. The Boatside is a simple flip flop: drainage ports, a non-marking Omni-Grip outsole and a heel pull tab. The Konos Elevate adds a strap-and-drawcord fit, Omni-MAX cushioning and an Adapt Trax outsole, and owners describe it as the more secure, more cushioned of the two.

Choose the Boatside Flip Flop if you want a packable, quick-drying flip flop for docks, rivers and casual summer wear.
Choose the Konos Elevate if you want a secure strap sandal with more cushioning for walking and light trails.

Prices

Columbia PFG Boatside Flip Flops: $21.00 at Glenwood Springs Outdoors (last seen Nov 13)
Columbia Konos Elevate Strap Sandal: $57.23 at CRAZY TALL (last seen Nov 13)
Difference: the Columbia PFG Boatside Flip Flops is $36.23 cheaper than the Columbia Konos Elevate Strap Sandal at the latest prices (Nov 13)

	Columbia PFG Boatside Flip Flops	Columbia Konos Elevate Strap Sandal
Style	Flip flop with a single adjustable strap and buckle	Strap sandal with adjustable strap, elasticized heel strap and heel drawcord
Fit security	Toe-post flip flop; secure enough for flat decks, less so on uneven ground	Heel strap and drawcord lock the foot in place
Cushioning	Techlite+ midsole with EVA footbed	Omni-MAX Plus system with Techlite+ midsole, deflection domes and deep forefoot flex grooves
Traction	Non-marking Omni-Grip rubber outsole tuned for wet decks	Adapt Trax outsole with a hike-specific tread for wet or dry terrain
Water handling	Drainage ports in the footbed shed water fast	Quick-drying webbing and textile upper; no drainage ports
On/off	Heel pull tab works with wet hands	Heel drawcord and elastic heel strap
Sizing	Men's M9–M12 and women's W7–W10	Women's only
Best use	Boat decks, docks, rivers, beach	Walking, playgrounds, light trails, travel

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