Men's Merrell, Maipo Explorer Sieve Hiking Sandal

Water, Trail, Repeat

The Merrell Maipo Explorer Sieve Hiking Sandal is designed for adventures where water is part of the route - breathable mesh and PU-coated suede drain quickly so you're not weighed down after a stream crossing, and the recycled bungee lace system with stretch collar keeps the fit secure without slowing you down at the trailhead. FLEXconnect dual-directional flex grooves in the EVA midsole let the sandal move naturally with your foot across uneven terrain, while a sticky rubber outsole with 4mm lugs handles both wet rocks and dry trail with equal confidence. From river approaches to camp to the trail back out, the Maipo Explorer Sieve is built to keep pace with wherever the day takes you.

Key Features

• Breathable mesh and PU-coated suede upper with quick-drain construction
• 100% recycled bungee laces, webbing, heel pull tab, elastic lace keeper, and mesh lining
• Integrated EVA foam insole
• EVA foam midsole with FLEXconnect dual-directional flex grooves for enhanced ground connection
• Durable sticky rubber outsole with 4mm lugs for improved traction
• 10mm drop

Why You'll Love Them

The sieve construction - mesh upper with drainage channels - is what makes the Maipo purpose-built for water crossings and wet environments, allowing water to flow through and out rather than pooling inside the shoe. The 100% recycled bungee lace system, webbing, and lining make this one of Merrell's most thoroughly recycled sandal builds, so the eco-conscious materials story runs through nearly every component. The FLEXconnect flex grooves and 4mm lug outsole give the Maipo the kind of trail-capable traction and ground feel you'd expect from a hiking shoe, in a sandal format that keeps your feet cool and comfortable on warm-weather expeditions.