KEEN Venice H2 Sandal - Women's

At first glance I was a bit unsure about the styling of these shoes. Looked a bit strange and unflattering. My husband made me try a pair on and WOW, they are by far the most comfy and no worries shoe I own. They are so light and almost feel like they are made of foam. The footbed is incredibly strong and provides the shock absorption of a high end tennis shoe while the upper gives enough support to feel secure enough to run and trek in comfort. They are not the most flattering shoe for a woman's foot but they make up for that in function.

I just love the look and feel of this sandal! I have the Newport H2 which I love and was afraid that this sandal would be too much the same. Not true! They are different enough and the colors are fabulous. They do run 1/2 size small so make sure you order 1/2 larger than normal size. Feet sweat a little less in these sandals because of the extra ventilation. Love the toe covers for extra protection and when I don't feel like showing my pretty toes. I have a flat foot and have a hard time finding sandals that provide good arch support but not too much that it is painful. These are the perfect answer and funky too! I also have a narrow heel and shoes often slip in the back and cause blisters. Not the case with these KEENS. They have a perfect back strap with just enough stretch that your foot doesn't slide around. I love that I can wear them in the rain and hose off after a treck through the mud. Last, I have a small ankle and thought these shoes might look clunky or too wide. I was impressed immediately when I put them on. Much more flattering than a sneaker! I have found KEEN and now there is no going back! They are different and make you feel a little more cool that you may already be!

The Keen Venice H2 Sandal may look a little "dorky" at first but put them on your feet and you feel like you can walk forever. I ordered a 1/2 size larger and am very glad I did because my feet have a tendency to swell a bit in the very hot, humid Georgia summers. Overall the comfort is exceptional and my feet stay cool and dry. I love the color selections. I opted for the bright green, which is outside my usual comfort zone but the color goes with everything believe it or not. I will definitely buy Keen shoes in the future and highly recommend any active ladies out there to buy the Venice H2 sandals.

Bought these sandals for the wife on Mother's Day, and can't get her out of them. She is very impressed with the comfort and stability they give her. Stylish enough to go to work in, but sturdy enough for long jaunts on the trail. I SEE MORE H2's IN THE FUTURE! ;-).

I'm not used to wearing sandals. I am most comfortable in running shoes. For this summer I thought I'd try sandals. I'm glad I got these- they are so comfortable- I really like them. The one negative is that my feet get gritty/dirty but I guess that goes for any sandal. Size warning: they do run small. I wear 7 1/2 to 8 and I had to get 8 1/2 in these-- I've never worn that number in any shoe!

I ordered a red size 9 in the Venice H2 sandal. I normally wear an 8 1/2 in a tennis shoe. The size 9 in these sandals fit great. They do take a while to dry after getting wet. I have gotten soooo many compliments on these sandals. People want to know where I got these CUTE sandals. I recommended ordering from this site. The service was fast and friendly.

The Venice H2 Sandal protects my clumsy toes from the rocks while in the water, but the fuller coverage makes for a warmer shoe. The wide footbed is very comfortable, and the straps are easy to adjust. No blisters yet.

I wear these sandals around the house quite a bit. One of the straps hits one of my feet in an odd place, but after about 5 minutes I don't notice it. They're very comfortable otherwise, but they do seem to retain some heat.

I've been wearing my Venice H2s nearly daily for the past six weeks. Within days, they quickly became my favorite pair for their sheer comfort: my feet are well-protected over any terrain, I can splash through puddles without a worry, and I can still enjoy the open, airy feeling of sandals.

As a woman with a size 10.5 foot, I often have to make do with too-large size 11s or too-snug 10s. I'd become downright used to suffering blisters after a long walk or hike in athletic shoes, but haven't had a single sore spot with these Venice H2s. I can't tell you how amazed I am -- and how much more active. I'm particularly pleasantly surprised at how suitable these are to wear on the elliptical or treadmill. My usual athletic shoes have been shoved to the back of the closet.

I haven't noticed the heat-retention mentioned in other reviews; my feet may be slightly sweaty after 30+ minutes of activity, but it's nothing worse than what I'd experience wearing any other shoe. After a month and a half of heavy use, including hiking outdoors, walking through the city where I live, and some gardening, my Keens are ready for a trip through the washing machine. Other that light soiling, there's been no damage at all to these sandals.

These are my favorite shoes I have ever bought. I bought them 2 summers ago for shoes to wear everyday at the children's day camp I worked at. (I originally saw them on one of my 6 year old girls are got jealous!) Now that I'm getting out a little more my love for them has grown. I wore them on a 15 mile backpacking trip (I know, I know, you should wear boots) and I had no complaints and no blisters. The awesome toecap kept me from stubbing my toe on rocks and allowed me to climb stuff without scraping my toes, something that I worried about with Chaco's.

I have really high arches and when they're bothering me I chose these shoes to wear. The arches aren't super high but very comforting. My laces haven't stretched out too much over the course of 2.5 years either. The shoe itself is tight enough (while still loose and very comfortable on my narrow foot) for me to wear them without the laces drawn on normal day walks to class. They really do adapt to your feet, its amazing.

The coloring has faded a lot but that was expected as I wore them in the river daily for 3 months and was always outside. These suckers have held up so well. I'm going to buy another just so I can have a different color.

My friends claim they are super goofy looking but that's fine because they're the most comfortable shoes I've ever purchased.
It took my feet about 2 weeks of daily wear to get used to the inner sole.

My only gripe (that I really don't even care a lot about) is that they claim to be antimicrobial but even after washing they still smell. But whatever, shoes smell sometimes.

I had wanted a pair of Keen's for so long and finally decided to buy a pair and I was not disappointed. They are great sandals, so comfortable, fit well and you can get them wet and crawl around on the ground and they still look great. I had read somewhere to order a 1/2 size up from your normal size. I am an 8.5 so I ordered a 9 and the fit was just right (plenty of toe room). After a past mishap crawling on some boulders with a pair of sandals that left all my toes exposed; and the resulting toenail that became separated from my big toe, I vowed to always wear sandals that protect my little piggies. So this is the perfect sandal. Thanks also to this site for the great service in handling my order.

This is my SECOND email. I love the shoe but it turns my toes black. The fabric
in the Toe is faulty. I tried soaking and scrubbing the inside of the toe, but they still turns my toes black! This did not happen with my other pair that are
blue. Any suggestions? I think if you ask my opinion, you should respond to this email. Carol Wissolik

I've been looking for a comfortable yet stylish shoe and this is it. I'm on my feet all day and they work out great. I also use them for hiking since they are waterproof and my feet can breathe!! Very happy with my purchase.

I ordered a size 9 in the Venice H2 sandel. I normally wear an 8 1/2 in a tennis shoe. The size 9 in this sandel fits great. They have been very comfortable to wear. They do take a while to dry after getting wet. I have gotten soooo many compliments on these sandels. People want to know where I got these cute sandels. I have recommended this site. The service was excellent. I will probably order my next pair of Keens from this site.

These sandals are great for working outside because they keep your feet cool, but still have a lot of support like a shoe. I wear them all of the time now, whether walking the dog or doing yard work. The only thing that could be improved slightly is the traction on the bottom, but otherwise, I love them!

These are the most comfortable sandals I have ever worn! They are cushy and easily adjustable. There was no break-in time for me. I wore these around Disneyland for 3 days straight and never had a blister foot irritation or pain. The straps are soft and never rubbed on my feet. I have a high arch so if I wear a shoe without enough arch support, I'm in pain. These sandals have great arch support! I got the carnelian/apricot fade which are a bit loud (I love them, though) and I've since ordered the taupe/mineral blue. You've got to try these shoes!

I purchased this shoe specifically to hike the Dunn's River Falls in Jamaica. Except for the pebbles that got in the shoes, the shoes worked excellently. Slippage was at a minimum and damn! did my legs look good in them. If you have some rocky terrain you need to traverse and you want a little funky flava in your footwear, go with the Keen Venice sandal; cute in a funky kind of way and works fabulously. By the way, those pebbles got into everyone's sandals, so it was no fault of the design. Enjoy!

I ordered the lime green and want a pair in every other color! Incredibly comfortable, perfect for hiking through water. Only complaint - if I'm not walking through water, the bottoms of my feet tend to get a little sweaty. Otherwise, great.

This sandal is the greatest thing to happen to my feet. They work great for mountain biking in hot weather, running, hiking. Planned on using them while hiking the Zion Narrow but the water temp demanded Neoprene socks that didn't quite fit with the sandal. This is my favorite shoe, like it much better than the Newport style.

We're returning them because they run small but will be getting the bigger size. Very convenient sandal for summer. Good toe protection and still cool!

I could not believe that it was possible to have it all. This shoe does it. It's stylish enough for regular daily activities (walking, jogging or running), yet rugged enough to handle any outdoor activities (hiking, swimming, kayaking, etc). If that isn’t enough, it's amazingly comfortable too. Simply put, I LOVE MY H2 SHOES!!!!! :~)

Great shoe, but it runs a whole size smaller than my other shoes. Normally I wear a 4 1/2, but ordered a 5 after reading other reviews saying this shoe ran small. The 5 was also too small, and I needed a 5 1/2 in order for the shoe not to rub my toes. After getting the sizing correct, I have worn this comfortable shoe everywhere.

I have to say I was a little disappointed in the comfort. I had read a lot of good reviews on these sandals, so I bought them with high expectations. They weren't awful, but they weren't as comfortable as I thought they would be.

I have wide feet, so Keens are wonderful. And the Venice H2 has wider spaces in between the straps, so cooling is indeed as advertised.

These Keen sandals are a terrific choice for active women -- both for wet/dry day hiking or long-distance walking. I had major foot surgery three months ago (lapidus procedure ... bunion-type reconstruction) and these sandals have been perfect. I have Keen boots so I knew they offer an ample toe box and great arch support. The inner neoprene lining is smooth and soft and the elastic cord can be adjusted easily for any tightness. The sole is a hiking boot quality (but is not "stealth rubber", so they will slip on wet rock). The only negative is that the open design lets in tiny pebbles -- but they easily slip on and off, so it's no big deal.
The tangerine color was true to the catalog. They're fun, comfortable and robust.

My Keens have been the best work shoe (for a preschool teacher) and outdoor shoe. Comfort and durability are key for me- they offer great support and dry quickly after being in the water.

I love these shoes!! I have Neuropathy and have a tough time finding a comfy shoe.. these fit the bill!!! I put them on and haven't stopped wearing them. I did order a half size bigger and that was perfect. Try them, you won't be disappointed!

These are a great pair of sandals. I have used them for walking when on vacation, while in the ocean, and just for daily use. Many of my friends have commented on them and are very complimentary. I would highly recommend these sandals. They are pricey, but worth every penny!

These are extremely comfortable. Nice and wide (no squished toes). The foam footbed has good support but is also very cushiony under the heels. When my heel was sore, these were the only shoes that felt good, better than barefoot. My only reservation is that when it's really hot or humid, I find these a little sweaty because the footbed doesn't absorb moisture. On the other hand, you can just hose them off ....

I first bought these sandals a half size bigger than I usually wear after reading others' recommendations and also after trying on the same shoes in other colors. I ended up sending back the larger carnelian/pumice sandals and getting my actual size, which fits perfectly. For some reason, this color seems to run true to size. They felt great from the moment I first put them on and have been fantastic shoes both for vacation activities and wearing at home. Love them!!

these are high quality, attractive sandals that look like they would be great for travel. my problem is that they made my wide feet appear even wider. also, my feet run hot and i thought the design would be more open in the toe area but it is more enclosed which is probably better for foot protection if that is a concern for someone who is purchasing.

These sandals were not my first pair of Keen Sandals. But, I really love the style. A little more dressy looking then my other ones. Also, I would recommend this site to anyone! Very prompt shipping and item was in perfect condition.

I just looooooove my shoes, gorgeous bright trendy color and the fit is so comfy. Glad I went with the half size up I'm a US 9 and got the US 9.5 perfect fit.

these shoes did a fantastic job keeping my feet protected and dry on our trip last summer to the Minnesota boundary waters. we portaged our drybags and canoes through rocky creeks, steep climbs, etc, and my keens held up beautifully every step of the way. they were also fantastic for swimming in lakes with slippery rocky bottoms.

In general these are great. They keep my toes protected while fishing (there are thousands of places to break a toe on the boat). They are also great for hopping out of the kayak and going for a short little walk through any sort of terrain. They are very comfortable and light and I was able to run in them w/ ease and comfort. I do have two complaints though. They don't dry out as fast as I would like (usually takes 1/2 hour or more even in intense heat for the inside to dry). They also are a pain if you get sand, rocks, shells, etc. in them. It tough to get stuff out of the shoe w/o totally removing them. All in all I like them and if you can handle spending this ammount on sandals they are nice.

These shoes are simply the best for outdoor activity that involves water. I agree that they run a little smal. However, I usually wear an 8 and these do fit. If you're on the fence size-wise, it might be smart to go up 1/2 a size. Otherwise, enjoy!

I bought these sandals for my wife for an upcoming seaside trip. She loves them for their comfort and style.

Overall, these are good sandals & I am pleased with them.
Pros: Toe protection,easy to get on/off, good color, easy to wash off.
Cons: Run 1/2 size too small, wish there was more ventilation.
The biggest con I discovered while whitewater rafting. When you stick your foot underneath the cross bar of the boat to wedge yourself in, the little clippy thing on the sandal laces digs into your foot, leaving a bruise. Therefore, I would not recommend this style for rafters.

I walk every day in these shoes for miles-- on pavement, on trails, through sand-- and they ROCK. My feet never hurt, and here in So-Cal I can go without socks or with socks to adjust for appropriate temperature. The only downside I've ever had is that, like tennis shoes, you've got to stop and take them off to pour any rocks out. But otherwise, my feet are happy, and I'm happy.

I bought the Venice H2 sandal for my wife for Christmas. I then bought myself a pair later, which she actually liked better. We returned the Venice H2 sandal and reordered the Newport H2 in Kiwi/Madder. She loves them!! I have a pair of Newport sandals and I wear them all the time. They are so comfortable you almost forget you have them on. They just mold to your feet. What a great sandal!!!

They are great. They seem to be a bit wide for my foot and run a little longer than the other sandals. I have to wear socks with them, as the molded foot makes my feet sweat. I wish they would do a pair with different foot cover. The colors are great, and I get lots of compliments on them.

These shoes provide great cushion and support. They are very comfortable, look good, and can really take a beating without letting me down. This is a perfect camp shoe; I use them for rafting and hiking in particular.

I love these shoes! They are now definitely my favorite pair of shoes. They are as comfortable as a sneaker but wear like a sandal and living in Arizona that's a huge plus. I wear my Venice H2's everywhere from hiking through the desert, to navigating the urban jungle of Costco, to working out, to chasing my 1 year old around the park. They are an all around great sandal! I would recommend these shoes without reservation to any one looking for a great performance sandal. P.S. My husband has a pair of Laguna H2's and he loves his too. He wears a size 14 and is particularly prone to blisters. He can wear his Keen's in and out of the water for days without getting any blisters at all.

I bought these on recommendation of my daughter after she hiked the whole Inca Trail with them and loved them. After wearing them around for a month, they will be the only shoe I will take to Greece to sail, swim and climb all the rocks. I don't seem to have trouble shaking the loose small pebbles out without removing them.

I love these shoes so much that over the last couple of years my collection has grown to three different colors. I wear them everywhere I can get away with it. They're so comfortable that I can stand and walk in them all day long at work and I'm fine. Since I wear them every single day, they can get pretty dirty, but all you've gotta do is throw them in the washing machine with the rest of your laundry and they come out looking like new. (The manufacturer actually recommends this!) They last forever, too, so even though they're a little bit pricier than average, they're a great investment. I recommend buying some deodorizing foot spray and making sure your feet are clean and dry before putting on your Keens, because they do get a little sweaty and stinky otherwise, but what shoes don't do this when you wear them without socks? I know this isn't the most fashionable thing to do, but I even wear them with black socks in the winter with my jeans, and they end up looking like regular sneakers. (This doesn't work with white socks; that's just going too far with the socks-and-sandals thing. :) ) I adore my Keens!

I love all of my keens. Go up a 1/2 size as usual though. They are great for trails and rafting. I know I can wear all of my keens strait from the box and not have to worry about blisters or anything. These dry faster than the Newport Keens too.

These are great! I purchased them to wear on a sightseeing trip in Italy and they have been perfect. They are cute and comfortable and easy to slip on and off for airport security. They are also great for rainy days as they are waterproof. I highly recommend them.

Love these sandals. They are very comfortable (feels like you're walking on air) and durable. I ordered 1/2 size up, and they fit fine.

Great shoe and great value. The item was shipped quickly. I will buy from this site again!! I wish I would have gotten the orange ones too!!! Thank you!

The shoes are great, although I needed to order 1/2 size up to fit. They are cool and hose off great, but take a little while to dry. I walked miles in them the first day and had no blisters or sore feet - very cushy.

These arethe most comfortable sanadals I have ever worn. I suggest ordering a 1/2 size larger than you normally wear. I wear an 8.5 and a 9 fits me perfectly. The sole is so comfy. Go for it!

I have owned numerous pairs of keens, and have always loved them, but for some reason these have made my big toe numb. These are my second pair of Venice H2s, same size. I actually remember when I got my first pair two years ago they seemed too small at first, then fit, then seemed too big. I know it doesn't seem possible that the foot bed stretched, but I swear that it did (significantly)over the two years that I wore them. I considered ordering a different size, but in the end ordered the same size, and after wearing my new ones for three days I have noticed that my big toe on my left foot is numb. (I haven't worn my keens for 4 days now, and it continues to be numb.) This is very mysterious to me, and I think it must just be a problem with sizing, although I have never had a problem like this before with any shoe. Aside from that I like them. Good support, and the black with contrast stitching is really cute.

I like these sandals when I took them with me on a camping trip to Big Sur, CA. We walked the dogs to the beach and although the sand and pebbles do get in the shoe, it's still comfortable after you clear them out - afterall, they are a sandal.
When wet, it was a little difficult to walk on rocks, as they were a little slippery with a wet foot on the sandal. I tightened them, but they still weren't stable enough to prevent from slipping, so I decided not to rock-hop.
Overall, they're a pretty cool sandal!

I love my Keen Venice H2's!! I've been looking at them for quite some time while watching and talking with those who were wearing them - everything they said was true - they are very comfortable and I love how sporty and indestructible they are and I love purchasing from Backcountry - they are the best in shipping, customer service and sense of style and quality for the products they choose to sell - thanks Backcountry!!

I read many reviews before buying these. I haven't worn them for any long walks or water sports yet. They're pretty comfortable; although, I don't agree that they have excellent arch support...I could use a little more. I also took the advice of going up one-half size and that was a good choice. I bought the Carnelian/Apricot and the color is beautiful! As far as fast shipment, I ordered on Sunday and received an e-mail the same day saying my order was shipped. However, I didn't receive my package until 8 days later.

Love them. Totally versatile, totally wet and mud-worthy with easy cleaning. The only downside is that they don't have the best footbed/arch support. If that's what you're looking for, go for chacos. The appeal for me over chacos, however, was the toe shield, ability to wear socks with the sandals, and that they had less coverage than the newport and so are less hot/clammy.

This is my first pair of keens and I love them! They are super comfortable and have good support, which is important to me because i have a history of plantar fasciitis. I took them on a sea kayaking trip and they were great. The only thing is that they are surprisingly not breathable, making my feet sweat even more than they already do when just wearing them around.

The sandals are terrific. Excellent traction and cushioning for the feet. I bought them for a trip to Florida and they were great in the hot weather - feet stayed remarkably cool. Great color too. My first Keen's and they will not be the last!

be tested on a trek to the Philippines. My husband loves his Keen sandals, having broken his toe on a rocky headland just before he bought them. That toe covering is a great idea!

Keens are super durable. The string for tightening works well and does not make me feel like I need to be careful not to break it. I have talked with people who I see wearing Keens and am amazed when I hear the Keens they are wearing are over a year old.They look like new.

here is the review: you guys were very helpful and got my shoe to me quickly. I wanted an all around shoe that would function as an all day walking shoe in the city ( going to France) Because it is black I hope it can move into dinner as well. We will see. I recently tested it on a trip to NYC. Out of the box, no break in time, walked all day for 3 days, no pain, no blisters and that was without socks. Didn't use as a dinner shoe in NYC but hopeful for France. I usually take an 8 1/2 or 9 size shoe. I needed the 9 1/2 for length with the Venice. A little too wide but okay. Buy it.

So far i've tried these sandals on a few short hikes, an overnight backpack trip through a gulch that requires walking in an average of 5 cm of water, and on a couple river trips.
For general hiking, i do NOT like them. Little rocks get in there and they can't get out because of the toe protection and I would have to stop and take them off all the time to remove the rocks (i've tried to work out a few methods to shake them out, but most of the time you need to stop to extract them). I had the same problem in the gulch hike, and ended up hiking barefoot most of the time in the water when the surface was mostly sand and small rocks, although for areas that required hiking around waterfalls on slickrock, i felt the traction was pretty good.
For rivers they are, of course, GREAT! Used them on the green river, and two portions of the payette river. We dumped our boat on one occasion and i was never fearful for my toes/feet and walking through the rocky river bed whenever we were launching, or stopping for lunch, or whatever, was never a problem, in fact you can move fast with more confidence (than in open toe sandals) in times when you need to get to shore in a hurry.
i'm rating them at 4 because i'd give them a 1 or 2 for hiking and a 5 for river use and i know they are mostly intended for river use, but they've been hyped up a lot for multi use on trails (make sure your trails are ultra smoooooth or paved and they might be fine).

I got the red pair and REALLY love how cute they are. I even get a ton of compliments when I wear them. The only problem is that one foot gets blisters on the big toe. I didn't size up so that may be the problem...aside from sensitive feet issues I love these, the foot bed is really comfortable as is the material used for the upper. I still recommend but be careful about sizing up.

So far, I have walked at least 25 miles in them and no blisters, good support, and I don't have to wear socks! I do pick up little pebbles when I am on gravel (more than my daughter in her Teva dozers on the same trail) but they are easy to get rid of.

I love my new Keens. I bought the Light Green/Yellow, and people often admire the color since it is a little different. My only concern is that the part covering the toe is a light grey and I'm afraid that they will show the dirt more than with the other colors that have black on the toes. Besides that, they look and feel great.

I LOVE Keens!!! I have so many pairs but this Venice H2 rocks for my close-toed job! The Keen foot bed never ceases to amaze me. I never get tired feet! This is my second order from this site and it's been so speedy and the deals are great! Not to mention free shipping :)
cheers rocking on in the great outdoors!

My Daughter is very athletic and rugid and these shoes are perfect for keeping up with all of her outside adventures. They are comfortable and honestly I think that she wears them everyday. Well worth every dollar that you spend!!!!

Keen makes a shoe that fits my foot simple as that. This is my second pair, the first pair went treking, to the water and ended up in the garden where this durable shoe will continue to serve me in comfort. Style/fit varies with Keens although they are wide not all are equal in comfort, recommend try fit before ordering by mail. excellent order/shipping from backcountry.

I bought these sandals primarily to golf in (hate golf shoes) and they were perfect. Walked nine holes, never got a blister and they have good grip on the sole for when I was swinging the club. They look great and are soooo comfy. I will definitely being wearing these for more than just golf!

These sandals fit great and they are very comfortable. We even trail run in these sandals. I love the closed toe and the pull straps. These will be going with us on our trip to the Zion Narrows.

I first got the newports for my kids then I got a pair for myself. They are so comfy. My feet love them. Wore them camping last weekend and did everything in them.

I originally ordered a pair of 9 1/2 shoes, but they were too small. The second time around, I tried a 10 1/2. Too large. Next time, I will order a size 10 and they will be just right.

I ordered my size, these are much too small. I never wear a shoe 1/2 size bigger. And, the moment I slipped these on, literally, my feet began to sweat. Return shipping charges don't seem fair in this case.