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$Keen Venice H2 Sandals - Women\'s$

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Keen Venice H2 Sandals - Women's

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These women's 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

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Keen Venice H2 Sandals - Women's Customer Reviews

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Keen Venice H2 Sandals - Women's

4.4

(based on 68 reviews)

90%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (62)
Durable (56)
Breathable (42)
Cute (41)
Stable (41)

Cons

Chafes (3)

Best Uses

Travel (47)
Beach (37)
Hiking (34)
Barbecues (33)
Everyday (15)

- Sizing:
- Feels full size too small
  
  Feels half size too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  73%
  (41 reviews)
  Feels half size too big
  
  Feels full size too big
- Width:
- Feels too narrow
  
  Feels true to width
  
  96%
  (53 reviews)
  Feels too wide

- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual dresser (54), Stylish (15), Alternative (13), Trendy style (10), Conservative (9)

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Feb

2009

(15 of 22 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Me Love Keens

By TreeMarie

from Berkeley, CA

See all my reviews

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.

Oct

2007

(11 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Great for camping & day hikes

By McBeck

from St. Louis, MO

About Me Casual

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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).

Mar

2009

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

stinky

By Outdoorphus

from Salem, OR

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

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Pros

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

Cons

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.

Mar

2009

(4 of 4 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

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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

Sep

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

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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.

Oct

2007

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Very Comfortable

By molsen

from Dallas, TX

About Me Casual

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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.

Sep

2007

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

great on rafting trip

By Dancin

from Los Angeles, CA

About Me Fun

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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.

Jun

2008

(3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Best Travel Shoe I've Ever Owned

By ArcticHawk

from Wasilla, Alaska

About Me Casual, Conservative, Stylish

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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.

Jan

2008

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

A great shoe overall

By REI super fan

from Brookline, MA

About Me Casual

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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.

Oct

2007

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

love these!

By whaleshead

from Madison, WI

About Me Casual, Conservative

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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.