KEEN Targhee ll Mid Hiking Boot - Men's

Great hiker-NOT slippery on concrete, and tough on the trail. The deer even stop and turn slowly to look at my new shoes. Cool design and it makes me feel great, look more handsome, appear smarter, a much better dancer, more romantic, and all around a better man. These shoes are magic. Keen Targhee's can help you, too! Much more useful than that Shamwow I just bought.

This are very comfortable boot. I normally wear La Sportiva's which are really narrow so it was quite a change to wear these. My feet are on the narrow side so these are a little wide for me but I really like the roomy toe box area. Have been very durable and waterproof so far. Mine are about a year old so they might be the 2010 model.

Amazing boot for all different uses. I wore these through four years of hiking and backpacking in Colorado and Utah and they never let me down. In the winter they are a great boot to wear around in the rain, snow and slush to keep your feet dry and warm. They look great too so you don't look like you're clunking around in hiking boots if you wear them around town. I didn't have any issues with them until 5 years in when the laces started to go. I'll be buying a second pair soon!

I am a proponent of Keen footwear in general, but this mid-hiker is something special even by Keen standards. I have tough to fit feet and have suffered heel blisters and lost toenails with several different types, sizes, and brands of boot despite strenuous efforts to get a good fit. In desperation I grabbed a pair of these on my way out of town for a tough 2-nighter. Out of the box, with no break-in, I hit the trail and hoped for the best. Although these are classified as hiking shoes, not backpacking boots, I carried a 40 lb. pack over 12 miles of steep, rough trail with not a hot spot, bashed toenail, or any discomfort; I thought I was dreaming. Backpacking without foot pain, who knew such a thing was possible? We bagged a "12-er" on this trip and the boots kicked butt over talus, scree, mud, slickrock, the works. Versatile, durable, supportive, and oh-so comfortable. The Keens hung tough and came back for more. NOTE that they tend to run small, so sizing up is generally a good idea.

I love these things! They're light but provide great support, very comfy while providing awesome protection from rock assaults on the sole, and keep my feet dry (rain stays out, sweat gets out).

They keep my heels locked in while providing lots of wiggle room for my toes... What more could you ask for?

No probs hauling a 70 pound pack up steep stuff with these.

These are by far the best boots I've ever owned. I used to have a pair of Asolo GTX's and I traded them in for these Keens. These have been great on many long day hikes and just to wear around town as well. Had no trouble breaking them in on my first trip in them. Never had a blister or any issues with them.

Bought last years version. I've had them about 9 months so far. I bought them at the beginning of the hiking season and continue to wear them. Hold up well. I was not sure about the "waterproof" KeenDry as they didn't seem to work the first time out. It was my fault though. Seem to keep me dry now. They are about out of life at 9 months old. The soles are starting to wear bad. The toe cap and the where the soles meet the leather sides near the toe cap are starting to delaminate. Overall they are doing very well as I usually destroy shoes in about 6 months. The most comfortable shoes I have ever owned hands down. Virtually no break in and roomy toe box as other say. Despite the problems I've had, I will probably buy again...

These are very comfortable, grippy and light, used them on many day hikes with no blisters and even in slushy snow and the waterproofing held up great. There was also no need to break them in. A great mid-hiker!

Let me start by saying that these out of the box are not only the most comfortable boots I've owned, but the most comfortable footwear overall. They require no break in, if so, it's VERY minimal. They got me through eight countries in two years but were starting to show their wear terribly last year in Costa Rica.

I first bought them to backpack around Europe Summer '08... 15 days, 6 countries, and they served me beautifully, I was actually very surprised. I never had ANY problems with my feet for the entire trip and we were doing a minimum of 5-6 miles of walking/hiking a day. My fiance had bought a pair of Merrell shoes and she had problems the whole trip. I tried to talk her in to a pair of these before we went but she could not get over the style. These bad boys still did me well after we got back home, but about a year in to them, they were starting to show serious signs of degradation.

The Waterproofness went before anything, in the rain, they would block some water, but not enough, in a puddle, they would soak completely. The sole was splitting from the shoe, the tread started peeling off, but they still felt great most of the time. It was in Costa Rica I really started to see the functionality not there. Obviously Costa Rican August is rainy, these did not hold up at all, soaked through, props to smartwool for keeping my feet from becoming unbearable.

They are still at this point fine for casual/beater wear but they are NOT something I would rely on at all anymore. I took them backpacking last Fall, bout 30 lbs. 20 miles, and they felt broken. No support, hot spots all over, SORE feet. I know that this was two years out but they started breaking down QUICK. For the time they held up, they were AWESOME, but I would just rather spend a little bit more money and have boots I can rely on for longer more strenuous activity. Given that the vacations were the brunt of the heavy mileage on these, I expected more.

I'm not saying don't get them, They're great, in fact, if I had money to buy casual hikers right now, these would be my first choice. A lot of reviews I have read state these exact same problems, so just keep in mind they will likely not be performing after a year or so of use.

I have tried other top notch brands of boots including Merrel, vasque, Columbia, and more but none molded to my foot quite like these keen boots. They are surprisingly waterproof while still being very breathable. The Keen Dry waterproofing works as well as gore-tex.Their best characteristic is how well the laces area of the boot flexes when you walk. It is very easy for it to bend but doesnt push down on your tows like other stiffer boots. I also have a wide foot and these boots are definitely for wider feet. The traction is great and the lacing design is very effective. After long hikes the tongue does seem to curl a little bit which loosens the boot's hold on your ankle and the sole is just starting to separate in places after years of use. still the greatest boot ive ever worn.

These boots feel great the day you take them out of the box! No need to break them in! I took them to Ecuador and immediately climbed a 15,000 ft peak with no blisters or hotspots. Keep in mind these are great "trail" boots, but don't really provide support for heavier backpacking loads. The only downside, as others have stated, is the durability of the boot. This is my 3rd pair and the other 2 broke down in under a year. Typically the main issue I have is the rubber soles separating from the bottom of the boot. If you catch it early, you can throw some shoe goo on it and slow down the damage. Either way, they should last longer! The only reason I keep buying them is because they are so comfortable! If you can get past the durability issues, these are a must buy!

I pretty much don't take these off. On my second pair and still loving them. Durability is solid, though after about a year I tore through one of the lacing holds (though there is conveniently a hole in the leather beneath it). My only disappointment is the shoe's ability stick on loose terrain - its does not excel. Traction on smooth surfaces (e.g., sandstone) is adequate but not great. If you want a stickier sole with more traction, look elsewhere. If you want moderate stability and tons of comfort, these are fantastic.

The most comfortable shoe or boot I have ever put on my feet. Not much more to say really,

Seriously... these are so comfortable I almost forget to take them off. I have wide feet and these were perfect.. I didn't even need to 'break them in'. I took them trekking up to Everest Base Camp, and NEVER had blisters or hot spots. There were steep incline/declines and my feet didn't budge.

Never had a blister!!! I am on my second season with the Targhee and have logged miles all over the Wasatch Front. The shoe is soft and supple but supplies ample ankle support. Obviously not a trail running shoe and there is no protective plate in the sole. The sole is soft and though offers comfort, you can feel it bend over uneven ground and rocks. That said, this is a great hiking shoe and I have had several friends purchase this very shoe and love it.

I wore these shoes on a four day trip on the PCT. We went 83 miles in those four days, hiking about 21 miles a day with 40 lb packs. We were in everything from mud to snow, and these shoes were excellent. They have great traction, they are warm, I did not even come close to getting a blister at any time during the 83 miles, and they kept my feet dry. That is really all you can ask for in a shoe. I don't think I will ever get any other mid hiking shoe.

I'm a big guy, but I expect hiking boots to be tough. Large sections of rubber tread shouldn't be peeling off after just a couple of weeks of hiking.

This is the second product I've owned by Keen that I found to fail in durability.

There won't be a third.

Good lightweight and low profile hiker that is very comfortable and does not pack out. The sole is a bit softer than I expected and thus wears a bit quickly. The style reminds me of old Adidas hikers from 15+ years ago which is not a bad thing.

The shoes are very hot. They are a great cool season shoe, but they don't breath. They are comfortable to wear and the soles are good for rough terrain.

The boots are very comfortable, but the elastic guides for the laces are pretty flimsy. The guide at the top of the tongue fell apart the fifth time I wore the shoes, making it hard to to get decent closure on the shoe.

We'll see if the replacement works better....

As reviewed by others, a very comfortable shoe, easy in & out, nice quick release lace holder on top.

They feel like putting on bedroom slippers after a day of skiing. Stepped up from usual 10 to 10 1/2 which is good as it leaves room for those thick Merino wool socks :-)

These boots fit a little small, so get them a little bigger, maybe half or full size. Toe box is quite roomy for average size feet. Heel grip is pretty good, which is why I got them, I have a narrow heel.
Here are my gripes: The tying system automatically pulls up the toe box as you are walking, no matter how you tie them, severely decreasing toe space. Ankle hold is marginal at best and the tread is very slippery. They are surprisingly waterproof though.
That is why I recommend them for walking flat trails or everyday wear. If you are hiking uphill or anywhere where it is rocky or wet, try something else, maybe Scarpa, Meindl or Lowa.

I'm super stoked on these boots mostly because I have super wide feet that seriously limit the shoes I can try on, and these guys fit great even in the toe box. I am used to settling when it comes to boots, but these are exactly what I was looking for: something comfy and light, but waterproof for winter hiking. They are super comfy, and they're certainly light hiking boots, but as for the waterproof, fail.

I wore them a couple times before taking them up shasta and they worked great, but only because it was cold enough that I got a good layer of ice on the outside and that remained frozen rather than soaking through. Other than that trip, every time I wear them now my boots, socks, and feet get soaked through within an hour of snow hiking. I know they're not meant for multiple day snow hiking/snowshoeing, but if a boot advertises their water protection, I expect it to work with liquid or frozen water.

I love these things, and I will continue to wear them until the sole falls off (I've had them for a little over a year now, and they outsole has been slowly peeling off since a month after I bought them), but I think I'll opt for something different next time solely because when I buy a boot, I expect it to last. These don't last.

Not durable at all. The soles started to come apart after 20 miles on the trail.
I e-mailed Keen and they sent me a different model boot. They do have good customer service

Over 100 back country miles since i got these shoes and they are still awesome. They are light and comfortable. Take a beating and clean up nicely. These boots are up the high standards that Keen has set for footwear.

These boots have been great for me. they have taken me up and down plenty of mountains and stay comfortable even with the pack on. I did have a seam blow out on one of them, but Backcountry is taking care of me on that issue. And I'll be getting the same boot again.

great price, light weight, have a "quick" feeling to them. Makes getting up the mountain a lot easier.

Still comfortable even when completely soaked.

have noticed a bit of wear, but nothing that I wouldn't expect on any boot.

While I have had these only a few months I wear them everywhere, around town, bush walking, cycling, golf and find them to be a good fit, very comfortable and extremely supportive of the foot and ankle.
I would like to also say that I found the staff at Backcountry very helpful and friendly and would give the service also 5 Stars

Well, I've done about 200 miles of hiking in these on some very rugged terrain. I'm also a big heavy guy. First off, they fit me great right out of the box. I put in some upgraded insoles and use Keen boulder hiking socks. I've never had a single blister with these including some gruelling 12-14 mile hikes. They are lightweight. The gigantic rubber toe cap has been invaluable for me protecting my feet from talus and rocks. Grip on dry rock has been good.

Total lifespan: ~20-25 hikes, ~200 miles.

Pros:
Very Comfortable
Lightweight
No blisters!
Foot protection is very good!

Cons:
Not waterproof, not very breathable. Wish they were just designed a little better and they eliminated the "waterproof" membrane.
Not very durable, they are worn out! Stitches tearing out, soles worn out/cut/ripped, rubber soles peeling off

Final call: They were so comfortable, I'm thinking about buying another pair. However, as noted by almost everyone, the durability is sorely lacking. If you look at other boots, which are generally more expensive, they are also heavier and don't do as good a job protecting your feet. For me, comfort and protection is just as important as lifespan- and the vasques and asolos wear out too.

Finally, a boot that won't mash your toes after your feet have grown a size or two on the trail. These Targhee II mids are a perfect fit for my medium feet from heel to forefoot then leave room for my toes to roam. The shank gives enough torsional support for the occasional off trail excursion, though snowfield traction could be better...probably the lug design or outsole compound. Overall, a more than adequate light hiker. Did I mention the toe room?

I am on my second pair of Targhees and am quite happy with them. Good fit, ready to wear right out the box, comfortable, snug fit at my heel, wiggle room for my toes, meaning no toe banging going downhill, and yes, quite waterproof. Keens do run small; normally I wear an 11.5 hiking boot, but with both pair of Keens I found that the 12 was a much better fit.

Mt last pair did have some issues with the lacing...the outer core of the shoelace on one boot stripped away, leaving a thin, almost wiry inner core which then in turn cut the lace holder. Hoping that does not happen on this pair.

Tried these on and they were really comfortable. still looking,

Just ordered a pair of these in Deep Lichen/Jester Red. I was able to try them on at a local retailer before buying them for about $34 less here!

Anyway, in the store I was able to compare these with the Keen Voyageurs, the Merrell Chameleon Hexes, and the Merrell Moab Ventilators. These won out. They were just quite simply THE most comfortable out of the four. (I also tried other shoes, as well as some mid boot versions of a couple of Merrells, but none had the comfort of the soles in these babies) In terms of comfort, the Merrells weren't bad at all, but they had a sort of forwards sloping sole that meant the least amount of padding was at the toes. I found this to be true in both the standard shoe and mid-boot versions. This is good in putting the wearer in a ready-to-run position (angling them forwards), but I was looking for a more comfortable long-distance hiking shoe, and good as the Merrells were, they weren't the ones for me.

The Keen Voyageurs were nice- really nice. Snug fit (not too-tight, but I could tell my foot wasn't going to be moving around in them) thick, padded soles with same/similar levels of padding around the toe area. They were almost what I went with... just one thing I noticed - around 1/4 way up from the heel, there was a slight bump I could feel going all the way across the shoe from left to right. I think it's meant to be a part of the arch support system, but instead of simply running along the arch it actually runs across the width of the foot! And it wasn't necessarily uncomfortable - but it felt like a protrusion. And I didn't want to find out 65 miles of hiking later that I shouldn't have gotten the shoes with the bump 1/4 way up from the back!

It was then that I tried on the Targhee II Mid Hikers. Man! Felt amazing. Simply beautiful. Much more normal feeling sole (no protrusions), but thick and very comfortable - almost like walking around in Tempurpedic slippers. So the soles didn't have that little bump in them like the Voyageurs - they were flatter, and even if they had had the bump, the cushioning on the inner soles felt more comfortable.
Also, they seemed to hug my ankles really well, yet with comfort matching that of the soles. They have eyelets that lock the laces in place before tying them in the final bow. So I found, due to the design, that I had to actually cross the laces across the tongue first, and then lock them in the eyelets before the final tie. It seemed to be a good design for preventing the laces from slowly coming undone over time. Even though it may take an extra second or two lacing up, with the snug fit and the comfort I felt in them the extra lacing time was an easily acceptable tradeoff. I could have said that I found my shoes in the store right there and then, but the store only had them in Walnut (which looks just like brown leather to me) and I really wanted them in Deep Lichen. Plus, Backcountry was selling them for around $90, and the place I was trying them on at was selling them for around $128, so I went home, went online, checked other websites against any possible better price, meanwhile talked to a sales ref through the chat feature to double check on getting the 1/2 size up which was confirmed, and Yes! I bought these freakin' awesome shoes!

Donner Party is right on, but there may be trouble down the trail. After 8 mos. of moderate use, the toecap on my (original version) Mid started separating from the upper. Customer reviewers on other sites mentioned this. Since the dealer was out of my size, they gave me a pair of the Mid II's. (Keen has a fantastic warranty.) Now I see that wearers of the new model are complaining of the same problem- not very encouraging. (As an aside, it seems they lightened up the color of the tongue area on the new model, and the overall effect is that pinkish hue you get when you mix the whites with the coloreds in the laundry. I no longer have the coolest looking shoes on the block!)

I already gave a review on these just from the ones I had tried on at a local retailer, and I said before, they were SOOO comfortable. However, when mine arrived from Backcountry, and I got to really try them out, I found that the toe box on the left shoe was way too tight for my left foot. (I have a big bunion on my left big toe, and don't remember feeling any discomfort while trying out the ones at the store. So I don't know if it was just the particular pair I got, or if I just failed to realize how tight the toe box was at the store. And when I say I tried them out, I mean I walked around the store, jumped, stretched - you know, really tried them out. So I don't know....) I took the new ones I got out for a 1/4 mile walk, and because of my bunion, the toe box on my left shoe really squished my big toe inwards. It was killing me! I mean, I am actually still in some pain this morning after trying them out last night. I've tried other Keens out - the sandals are usually wide, with big toe boxes. Not these! I am sending mine back this morning and exchanging them for my next choice in line - the Keen Voyageurs. Will most probably post a review on them later.

they are comfoortable. the biggest down side is the bottoms wear out way to soon,then you fight to get them exchanged.

I do not use these boots for hiking but have a job where I am on my feet from 8-14 hours a day and I will wear no other shoe! They are not the most durable shoe so don't expect them to last more than a year and a half or two years if worn daily. As others have mentioned these are more like a shoe and less like a boot, but that is why they are so dang comfortable! I have wide feet and a low arch and have had a hard time finding something that fits well and my feet are not dead at the end of the day.

I also own a pair of Keen Newport 2 sandals and refuse to wear anything but Keen shoes- except when I go to church. :-)

Bought these boots for work after owning a pair of Keen Austin' and love them! I'm using the Targhee II's for work and they are holding up well in the rough and tough of a large national park.Only disappointing thing is the laces slip off the top of the tongue. All good though.

very comfortable, nice wide toe box so it doesn't cramp the outside toes. good arch support. waterproof. worked pretty good for hiking through snow.

I bought these shoes because they are the most comfotable shoes I have ever had. I have flat feet and had Surgery to correct the problem 4 months before I bought these shoes. Well I went right out on a 4 day backpacking adventure after buying them. On the second morning I Ripped the grab loop on the back of the shoes. I took them right back and got the same Shoe style because they are comfortable. The next pair lasted about 5 months of daily use. I ripped the grab loop within 3 months, they where no longer water proof after 4 months, and the tread was falling apart after 4 months. Luckly the guys at REI allowed me to return them again, as long I didn't buy them again. These shoes (they are shoes not boots) do not stand up to an active lifesyle. But they are Damb Comfortable and climb like an Approach shoe!

Used for 4 days, fullday hikes and I loved it. Very light and comfortable. I am size 9.5 for other brands but 10 for keen.

I bought these for tactical training and all around use. I wore them for the first time and forgot I had shoes on at all. They can become hot and times but nothing more than any other waterproof boot. The guys made fun of me for wearing them as tactical boots until they saw how light and comfortable they are. I am now a Keen believer. I have not had them hiking yet but I have total faith in their abilities. As the other reviews state make sure to order a 1/2 size larger than your normal wear.

Order 1 size larger than normal. Just logged 16 miles in them with 37 pounds and loved them.

Second pair of these particular boot...first pair lasted about 2.5 years of virtually daily wear. Soles wear a little fast IMO, but were instantly comfortable. This is my fourth pair of KEEN footwear and they have all been instantly comfortable = no break-in period. Hard core hiking? Perhaps not. Mild or light hiking or daily wear, HECK YEAH!

Sizing:
They run at least a full size too small. The toe box is strangely short, even if the arch support hits in the right place.

Waterproofing:
No complaints here. I walked through streams with them, and I even strapped them to my snowshoes for hours on end with no problems.

Stability/Grip:
They performed very well in this category. I scrambled over mossy, wet boulders and waterfalls and they held their ground.

Width:
Keen is wider than most brands, but my 4E feet just couldn't handle these. I had to go with some 4E Wolverines instead.

I purchased these boots mainly for hiking, but found myself wearing them almost everyday now. They are very comfortable with perfect fit for my wide feet (go half size bigger on these to get a better fit). The boots are warm enough to wear during winter and on snow (even 20"+) as they are waterproof, and are breathable enough to wear during the three other seasons as well without getting sweaty feet.

On another note, the boots are extremely well built with excellent materials, very easy to clean and very durable. Overall I LOVE the boots and will not hesitate next time on selecting KEEN.

These boots can fall apart fast, leak water after a hundred miles, and make my feet sweat...
But I always go back I am on my 5th pair, the targee II was a big quality improvement.

Not my go to for backpacking, but Im a Hardscaper so I love them for work.

So they're funky looking, but they feel great on the feet. The snug fit keeps my feet from moving around much in the boot.

Broke them in on a 51k trek through wet trail, mud, and snow. They hold up against water very well, have great grip, are extremely comfortable and because of the wide forefoot, allow you to step toe / heel in comfort and test the ground before planting all of your weight. The only thing that I was disappointed with was just *how* little ankle support there is. I thought there would be more but really, the top of the boot is pretty soft and I think they should have made'em a bit stiffer. These boots wick moisture away quickly and dry very fast. Overall, a very good purchase and I'm sure these boots will hold up great over the long run.

I've been buying hiking and climbing boots for over 40 years. Arctic, mountains, and plain old flatland. I've loved many pairs, but these are far and away the best boots I've ever had. I smile every time I start walking in them, just because they feel so good. I need lots of room in the toe box, and these definitely have lots of that.

the reason I ordered the Keen Hiking boot is that the front of my foot is very wide. I have trouble finding hiking boots with suffiecient width in the toe box unless . I order boots one or two sizes to big. Oversized shoes make hiking dificult. The Keen sandals and shoes that I have ordered in the past all have wide toe boxes, I had assumed that the hiking boots would as well, not so. They also appeared to be cheaply made, I have not had that impression of Keen products before.

I work as a camp director and I wear the Targhee II mid every day. I am wearing my third pair. Their great for setting in the office, doing paintball, challange course to digging holes. I'm a runner so I need some good shoes to wear every day. great shoes. These would not be my choose for backpacking but a great every day shoe. Everyone needs a pair.

Best hiking boots ever made! wide enough in the front for wide feet, comfortable cushioning!

After getting my KEEN sandals & immediately declaring them the best thing to ever happen to my feet short of a foot massage, I knew I would be buying myself a pair of KEEN hiking boots as soon as a pair became available. I did - & wasn't disappointed. Normally I have to wear orthotics - and not the over-the-counter generic ones, mind you - but the kind I had to have made from molds taken of my feet. Not so with my KEENS! I can wear either the boots or the sandals "as is" for hours & they are as comfortable as can be. The boots are already water-proof, but I hosed them down with some additional spray-on water-proofing that was recommended to me by a local outfitter. The shoes didn't discolor, or anything & look GREAT. Now granted - they ARE light weight hikers and I will probably wear them much the same way I would sneakers, etc. - although they will definitely see trail action (& already have) in the form of hiking & mountain biking. For those of you who want to spend ALL day on the trails - especially very rocky ones &/or carrying a pack - you will want a taller boot with more ankle support. However, for a lightweight hiker, I don't think you can go wrong with the Targhee II - it's comfortable right out of the box, good-looking and ready to go! I wore mine with NO break-in period at all & my feet felt great. I would probably wear them all the time if I could... (How's that for an endorsement?)

I bought these boots before a camp/hiking trip after a week of solid rain. They felt great right from the first time I put them on, no break in time. Waterproofing worked great also. The trail I hiked had a few river crossings and a lot of mud and my feet stayed dry all day. Traction could be a little better on wet rocks. I have a high arch, instep, and slightly wider foot in the toe box area. These boots worked great for all of those problems. I wore them all weekend camping and on my hike and never had any discomfort. Buy them about a half to full size larger. I hope they last longer than some of the other reviews say, so far I love them.

KEEN wasnt kidding when they said four wheel drive for your feet. These are rugged yet suprisingly lightweight. No break in time, and great waterproofing without making your feet hot. A bit hard on your feet due to the lack of padding inside, so I would not recommend them for an everyday all around, but if you need a serious hiker this is it.

Read other reviews about this boot and I have wide feet and been looking for a boot without needing much breakin time. This boot exceeded all my expectations - grip, comfort, ventilation and support. I took these boots on a 12 mile day hike with class 3,4 climbing in a few spots along with off trail scree. During the trip I was climbing down a rock face with handholds and the 2nd eyelet from the top broke - upon inspection the eyelets do not look very durable (eyelets are heavy material stiched holding the shoestrings - except the top eyelet which is plastic and could also break eaisily). I was able to work around the broken eyelet by putting the shoestring through the leather to finish the trip without issues. Because these boots are so amazing I returned this defective pair and ordered two more pair for more testing and hope they hold up an become a permanent part of my hiking experience - Keen has really figured out something with comfort and foot movement for I never even had a hot spot with 1st use of the boot. Also I felt the ankle support (and I have one weak ankle) was very good - was off trail and did not have any unusual movement or ankle twist close calls. Hope this helps someone. Take care and enjoy the outdoors.

I've had these boots for just under a year and they have been over the Canadian Shield, through the black peet mud of North Carolina (I mean COVERED!) and now they'll be off to Central Asia. I wouldn't put another pair of boots on my feet (unless they where also KEEN).
Best boots on the market for light-pack day hiking.

These are great shoes (not boots) for light hiking and weekend trips, but unfortunately, really disappointed in the quality. This is my first pair of Keens (any style) and compared to some low rise Merrell's, they are not built to last.
I've had them for ~15 months, I'm not a heavy hiker, perhaps 3 times a month, 8-10 mile round trips. The stitching started unraveling on the base at ~10 months (stupid me didn't think to check how long the warranty was) and now, there is a total hole in one shoe and another is developing on the other shoe, both on seams.
Never had that happen with my Merrells, which, admittedly, are slightly less comfortable, but at 6 years and counting, still show no signs of breakdowns.
I'd like to give these 5 stars for comfort, but without even average durability, I don't think they're worth the money (or resources it takes to make them)....

Great light hiker with no breakin and instant comfort. The sole is a bit soft but i like it so i can feel the terrain under me because i walk at night. I walk with about 50lbs of weight and i weight 175. Im using these in the mountains of the Afghan and i love them. Not sure how great the water proofing works just yet but for mud, small puddles and wet grass they're fine. Run a half size small compared to most shoes, fit me fine though. I've had no grip issues, but the sole is wearing fast on tough terrain.

True to size,comfortable with plenty of arch support. Waterproof & warm....the best I have tried.

I must admit I haven't taken these boots out on anything too intense yet but so far I am loving them. They are super lightweight, extremely supportive, very grippy and maintain a comfortable temperature. I'm excited to get them out in some mud and snow to see how they hold up! Would definitely recommend these (as well as any other Keens) to anyone. Sizing is pretty accurate, although ordering a size bigger than usual probably wouldn't hurt.

I love these shoes, they are very comfortable and light. Great for snowy and muddy conditions. I highly recommend them.

Great value. I wear them to work daily. Very comfortable.

I wear these in wet environments and my feet do not get wet - ever. I wear a size 12 shoe and the size 13 was too small. The boots also tend to be a little stiff. This is good for rough terrain but not so comfortable after wearing for 10 hours.

My husband loves them!