KEEN Genoa Peak WP Hiking Shoes - Women's - 2008 BCS

I purchased these for our upcoming trip to Switzerland. They were very stiff to start with so I spent some time hiking in them. They were very comfortable until I went about 6 miles one day and all of a sudden they started to dig into the top of my foot where my foot meets the toes. They also do not breathe well - my feet sweat in them. I like them enough to keep them and I think I'll use them in the winter, but I moved onto the Merrell Chameleon to use for our Switzerland trip.

I bought these on the advice of my podiatrist. I wear a rigid custom orthotic and run in a stability shoe thanks to a chronically bad ankle. These are my new winter shoes as I am rehabbing! These are awesomely stable and firm without being clunky. They have terrific traction and are super-comfortable. I would recommend them without hesitation. No blisters--even with my adjusted positioning (thanks to the orthotic) and a great look too. Size fits true with just-the-right amount of toe wiggle room! Love 'em.

She is a PT, thus on her feet all day at the hospital and is very impressed with how comfortable and supportive these shoes are. And she mentioned that she was pleasantly surprised by the solid traction and warmth these shoes have offered in the rather cold and snowy start to our Colorado winter.

I LOVE these shoes. Here's why:

1) Super comfy - I bought them for hiking but like them so much they became my everyday shoes. I've also done 18 mile days (with substantial elevation gain and loss) and not suffered for it.

2) waterPROOF - I live in western Oregon and like to walk through the grass (and mud) instead of on the sidewalk and theses puppies keep my feet nice and dry. The only problem I've had with wet feet was walking through salal when the moisture in my pants wickered down through my socks.

3) Durable - I'm incredibly hard on shoes. My first pair lasted just over a year and I wore them almost every day. I have never had shoes last so long. I'm confident I clocked well over 1,000 miles in them and suspect it was closer to 1,500.

I've seen several complaints about sweaty feet, I only have this problem if I wear thick socks with them. I usually wear cotton running socks and never have a problem with sweaty feet.

Best shoes EVER: Comfortable and very long-lasting! I wear these shoes practically every day for my job, which involves hiking with a backpack 3-10 miles/day, as well as every day for play, which for me involves lots of hiking to go climbing, backpacking, and mountaineering. They have lasted me over a year (I'd say at least 2,000 miles!) and the only repair I've needed to do was glue the sides back to the leather of the shoe with some shoe goo, which worked like a charm.

The wide toe box makes them very comfortable, especially once you've walked a while and your foot starts to swell a bit. I just got my mom a pair too and she loves them too. Highly recommended!!

These shoes are very comfortable and perfect for walking in inclement weather. The only thing better than the shoes is the amazing service from Back country.It was the best buying experience I have had on the internet.

I have these in (Shitake) brown and love their versatility. Rugged without being too clunky. They are a bit narrower than most women's Keen styles, and were stiff to start out, but I took a week or so to break them in before taking them to task & would recommend this to anyone planning a long hike or trek. Once broken in, they have formed to my feet and I can wear them for a whole day without a problem. Excellent stability for slippery or uneven terrain. Pair them with SmartWool socks for breathability. As for some complaints about them being too warm, I would say this: these seem to be marketed as hiking shoes for cold and damp weather conditions, not really meant for summer or casual day-to-day wear.

I bought them as a gift for my daughter and she seems to like them fine. The tongue of the shoe bothered her a little bit but she figured out how to adjust it and seems to be happy with them. The shipping time was great and so was the price. Thanks.

I got these hoping for a lighter-weight, low cut hiking shoe that would stand up well in mud and nasty conditions and boy, did they deliver! They are as comfortable as most tennis shoes and keep your feet warm and dry. I haven't tried them in our Oklahoma summers yet, but I'm sure I'll still love them. Order the same size as you get in your Keen sandals (aka a half-size up from your normal shoe brands), and you'll be just fine.

Just to let you know, I worried that the shoes would be bulky and wide, since I am thin with narrow feet. I was pleasantly surprised when I put these shoes on and they felt like heaven. I love them. I wore them to the Texas Renaissance Festival and walked for miles without any issues. I had several compliments from my friends who noticed them immediately. Great shoe!

Needed waterproof shoes for Minnesota weather. Love the shoes. They are warm and dry without being sweaty. Great construction for high arch and plantar facitis. Nice wide toes like orthopedist advises. Right out of the box the heel slipped up and down on the ankle, but one of your reviews suggested tightening the laces. Now they're really good.

I think KEEN makes some nice enough shoes, and some interesting designs. I love the rubber protection around the toes, as I'm a bit of a klutz and often stub mine. I have narrow feet, and the Genoa Peak WP are a better fit than some of the other KEENs that I've tried. I think some of their models aren't women's specific, but these are. There are a few things that I'm not too fond of. The heel is not built up high enough in the back, and with more of a running stlye build, your heel is raised and it feels like it may slip out. Also, the KEEN Dry material seems to keep your feet dry from mud, puddles, and wet snow, but it does not breathe very well. Finally, the laces seem slightly too short and thin. All in all, I like these shoes and they will be good for wearing around town and short (few hour) day hikes, but I'm not overly impressed.