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Keen Venice H2 Sandals - Women's

Keen Venice H2 Sandals - Women's

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Keen Venice H2 sandals offer ample ventilation, a secure fit and a more streamlined design—ideal for adventures both in and out of the water.

  • Polyester webbing uppers are lined with hydrophobic foam rubber for comfort and fit, and faster drying and durability under heavy water usage
  • Linings are treated with AEGIS Microbe Shield™ for resistance to odors created from bacterial growth
  • V-strap forefoot capture design with elastic one-pull lacing and cordlocks secures feet into footbeds for comfort and protection
  • Heel and instep loops aid entry and exit; reflective accents on loops increase visibility in low-light conditions
  • Patented rubber toe guards protect feet for hiking, biking and more
  • Metatomical EVA footbeds are custom shaped to provide ample cushioning and arch support
  • Compression-molded EVA midsoles offer rich shock-absorption and padding for all-day wear
  • Nonmarking carbon-rubber outsoles offer long-lasting durability; knife-cut siping delivers reliable traction on wet surfaces

Average weight specification is per pair, based on size 7.

Imported.

Item 732896

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Keen Venice H2 Sandals - Women's Specs

Specification

Description

StyleSport
CutLow
WaterproofNot applicable
UpperPolyester webbing
LiningNeoprene
TopsoleEVA
MidsoleEVA
OutsoleCarbon rubber
Average weight21 ounces
Average weight - metric0.6 kilogram

Keen Venice H2 Sandals - Women's Customer Reviews

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Keen Venice H2 Sandals - Women's
 
4.5

(based on 60 reviews)

93%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (53)
  • Durable (50)
  • Stable (39)
  • Breathable (38)
  • Cute (35)

Cons

  • Chafes (3)

Best Uses

  • Travel (41)
  • Hiking (34)
  • Beach (33)
  • Barbecues (28)
  • Everyday (9)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Casual dresser (48), Stylish (15), Alternative (11), Conservative (9), Trendy style (9)

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Feb

6

2009

(9 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

 
3.0

Me Love Keens

By TreeMarie

from Berkeley, California

Site Member

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Lightweight
  • Rugged
  • Stabilizes Foot

Cons

  • Wears Quickly

Best Uses

    Comments about Keen Venice H2 Sandals - Women's:

    I have been an enthusiastic fan of Keens since 2005. I currently own six pairs and I have thrown out two pairs of sandals that wore out. For awhile, I was thinking I'd never wear any other brand of shoe. After all, with their Calistoga-Mary-Jane line, you can look like you're working.

    The best thing about Keens was that they were comfortable from the first step and they stay comfortable. Back when I first 'met' Keens, I weighed 100+ more pounds than I do now. My feet were large, size 12, and I had a hard time finding comfortable shoes that fit me. My first pair of Keens were male sandals but, hey, they fit and I was desparate for shoes.

    Now, I am back down to size eleven and I have lots of shoe choice.

    I might not buy any more Keens. I like Earth Shoes, Naot, Ecco, Merrell. True, the Keens are cheaper. . . but you know what? They wear out extremely fast. I think if you are someone who doesn't actually do a lot of walking, like most Americans, like you get in your car and drive from door to door. . . maybe a pair of Keens would last you a long time. But I don't own a car and I walk quite a lot, at least five miles daily. A pair of Keens don't last more than a few weeks of daily, five-mile walking. The soles wear down super fast. At first, I reasoned that replacing a walking shoe once a month, for someone who easily walks 150 miles a month. . . that's not bad. . . but then I began to notice that the other shoe brands, um, don't wear out so fast. It seems like quite a waste, that the heels wear down so quickly.I don't think I'll buy anymore Keen sandals. . . but I will always buy their Mary Jane styles to be my 'dress' shoes.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • Sizing:
    • Feels true to size
    • Width:
    • Feels true to width

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (9 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

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    Oct

    12

    2007

    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Great for camping & day hikes

    By McBeck

    from St. Louis, MO

    About Me Casual

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Durable
    • Stable

    Cons

    • Could breathe better

    Best Uses

    • Hiking

    Comments about Keen Venice H2 Sandals - Women's:

    These are great for camping, day hikes & general wear. I dragged them through the Badlands in South Dakota and Glacier Nat'l Park in Montana, and wore them pretty much everywhere all summer. They go in and out of the water without a problem and dry quickly. They have great traction and seem quite durable.

    My only complaint is that I was hoping they would breathe a little more. My feet are usually hot. Despite the seemingly open construction, my feet felt a bit "stuffy" on those hot & humid days.

    Another great point to these shoes is that I have a wide foot & these fit great. The adjustable elastic strap makes a huge difference - these will work for wide, regular & narrow (my daughter's feet are narrow & they fit her just as well as me after adjusting the straps).

    • Sizing:
    • Feels true to size
    • Width:
    • Feels true to width

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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    Sep

    2

    2008

    (4 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

     
    2.0

    Did I buy the wrong shoe?

    By Sammyt27

    from Sacramento, CA

    About Me Stylish, Trendy

    Pros

    • Breathable
    • Durable

    Cons

    • Chafes

    Best Uses

      Comments about Keen Venice H2 Sandals - Women's:

      I bought this shoe (a half size bigger as advised) based on the raving reviews on here. I just checked the box to make sure I bought the same shoe everyone is talking about here. I decided to put them to the test in San Francisco since I will need them for a month long trip later this year. By the end of Day 2 (I had to use them to walk for 4 days), I was limping on both feet and had chafes all over my heels and ankles- I even wore band aids from Day 1 just to be proactive. I am returning them and going to look for a pair that I can wear longer for 2 days without being in pain- and hopefully the next pair will actually be cute! They were comfortable the first day. But things went downhill very quickly after that. Very disappointed in these shoes.

      • Sizing:
      • Feels half size too small
      • Width:
      • Feels true to width

      Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

      (4 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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      Mar

      28

      2009

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Good sandals for medium-high arches

      By CVZ

      from Falls Church, VA

      About Me Gym Rat, Recreational Walker/Hiker, Trail Jogger

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Arch Support
      • Breathable
      • Comfortable/No Break-In
      • Great Traction
      • Shock-Absorbent

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • All Weather Conditions
        • At The Gym
        • Everyday
        • Grass
        • Mixed Terrain
        • Paved Trails

        Comments about Keen Venice H2 Sandals - Women's:

        I have medium-high arches and a recurring plantar fasciitis problem due to a collapsing arch in one foot. I must wear shoes with good arch supports at all times to be comfortable. I wear a size 8 and have wide feet -- so I have a hard time finding good supportive shoes that are wide enough. Dansko's are great, 1803's are great, and Keens are wonderful for more casual wear. I have 3 pairs of the Venice H2s in different fun colors and wear them everywhere. They have good arch support, don't chafe my feet, and can withstand a light hike on even terrain. They aren't supportive enough for a tougher hike where it's rocky, but then I wear a pair of Keen hiking shoes for that. I also have 2 pairs of the Keen Zerraport shoe that appears to be discontinued, but you can still find them on [...]. They have a similar fit, but are cuter, and look better with skirts and such. I love Keen shoes and recommend them for their arch support, width (for wider feet), and overall different/innovative looksl

        • Gift:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Mar

        20

        2009

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        2.0

        stinky

        By Outdoorphus

        from Salem, OR

        About Me Backpacker, Climber, Cyclist, Recreational Walker/Hiker

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Comfortable/No Break-In
        • Dries Quickly
        • Shock-Absorbent
        • Stabilizes Foot

        Cons

        • Hot

        Best Uses

        • Everyday
        • Paved Trails

        Comments about Keen Venice H2 Sandals - Women's:

        This shoe is very comfortable, but I have three major problems with the shoes:
        1. They STINK! Honestly, my other shoes don't smell bad, but the stench on these after I wear them for a trip is pretty awful.
        2. They are hot and they are so open that they're pretty useless unless you are on a paved road, because your feet get so dirty with them.
        3. They get sweaty during use and your foot inside them begins to slip around.

        This shoe is a really fun color and it's great that you can wear them in the water and that they feel comfortable, but I would suggest that you find another shoe, because the cons on these outweigh the pros.

        • Gift:
        • No

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jun

        24

        2008

        (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Best Travel Shoe I've Ever Owned

        By ArcticHawk

        from Wasilla, Alaska

        About Me Casual, Conservative, Stylish

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • Cute
        • Durable
        • Stable

        Cons

        • Colors discontinue 2 soon

        Best Uses

        • Barbecues
        • Beach
        • Hiking
        • Travel

        Comments about Keen Venice H2 Sandals - Women's:

        I LOVE this shoe! It's perfect for traveling. I've taken two pair to 6 different countries in 2 years. They look fabulous with everything and they feel solid enough to use for walking,hiking,biking,or just about any outdoor activity. I wish they wouldn't change the colors so quickly...by the time I get around to buying a new color it's discontinued.

        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Width:
        • Feels true to width

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jan

        19

        2008

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        A great shoe overall

        By REI super fan

        from Brookline, MA

        About Me Casual

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Cute
        • Durable
        • Stable

        Cons

        • Doesn't breath

        Best Uses

        • Barbecues
        • Beach
        • Travel
        • walking water with rocks

        Comments about Keen Venice H2 Sandals - Women's:

        I bought these shoes when I had previously sprained my ankle and needed a sturdy shoe for a vacation that involved rocks, tree roots, wading in the water with a rocky bottom. I liked the rubber toe cap, ease of wearing them the water was excellent, [...] I *thought* it took a while for them to dry out. Also,given the web openings on the sideI was disappointed that the shoes were not more "air conditioned" at times my feet felt very sweaty and hot.

        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Width:
        • Feels true to width

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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        Oct

        15

        2007

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Very Comfortable

        By molsen

        from Dallas, TX

        About Me Casual

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • Durable
        • Stable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Hiking
          • Travel

          Comments about Keen Venice H2 Sandals - Women's:

          I wore these on a trip to Africa (24 hours of travel each way) and while everyone else was removing their shoes in the plane, I was very comfortable to keep mine on. They were great for extended wear while traveling and good walking around shoes. I wore light socks underneath while in very dusty areas and they kept my feet dry and comfortable.

          • Sizing:
          • Feels true to size
          • Width:
          • Feels true to width

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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          Oct

          8

          2007

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          love these!

          By whaleshead

          from Madison, WI

          About Me Casual, Conservative

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Stable

          Cons

          • Stinks

          Best Uses

          • Beach
          • Hiking
          • Travel

          Comments about Keen Venice H2 Sandals - Women's:

          These are the most comfortable sandals I have ever owned. I have wide feet and have trouble with my feet wanting to spill over the sides of sandals. Not with these. The only gripe I have is that they make your feet sweat, and then they stink. But they wash up easily in the washing machine.

          • Sizing:
          • Feels half size too small
          • Width:
          • Feels too wide

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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          Sep

          14

          2007

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          great on rafting trip

          By Dancin

          from Los Angeles, CA

          About Me Fun

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Quick-drying
          • Stable

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Boating
            • Camping
            • Rafting
            • River
            • Travel

            Comments about Keen Venice H2 Sandals - Women's:

            I bought these for a 17-day summer rafting trip and am very happy with them. Another woman on the trip had the same shoes and loved hers, too. They were comfortable from Day 1 and remained so. Good in and around water: you can snug them down pretty good so that they're not too cumbersome when swimming, the toe guard saved me in camp many times, they're relatively sticky on wet rocks and boat decks, they're easy to put on and take off. They were fine for short hikes. The only time they weren't great was on soft, sandy, not-rocky beaches; they tend to trap sand, so I usually changed to flip flops.

            • Sizing:
            • Feels half size too small
            • Width:
            • Feels true to width

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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