Keen Presidio Shoes - Women's

Comments about Keen Presidio Shoes - Women's:

I love these shoes so much I literally have three pairs of them in different colors. I have high insteps but no other foot issues. I've also got, um, six or seven other models of Keens with which to compare the Presidio, and they're my favorite, with the Targhee coming in second.

The only shoe I have that might compare is a pair of Vasque hiking boots in which I've walked nine or ten miles at a clip. If I had to be on my feet, I'd grab the Vasques or one of my pairs of Presidios.

I've just about beat my first pair to death. I've had them for three years and they've been to London, Peru and Egypt. Also many places in Nashville, Tennessee. You'd never know it - they don't quite look new, but they certainly don't look as well-used as they are.

The Presidio has a vaguely orthopedic look, which makes them maybe not the best choice for folks who are super-fashion conscious, but they're not ugly - I have a pair in black I wear for work occasions or anytime I have to do a lot of walking and to look presentable.

Every now and then REI will put different colors of these on sale. My favorites are a shade called 'Pool' that REI doesn't make any more, but I can certainly tell you you can simply not go wrong with these shoes. Oh, and I've gotten mine soaking wet before as well...they simply don't show water or stains.

I have to go up half a size in this model, and the inconsistency among models is my one complaint with Keen...but overall I'm thrilled with their products, especially when they're on sale :)

Comments about Keen Presidio Shoes - Women's:

I am amazed at how quickly I have fallen in love with these shoes. I have had them for seven months but could not have parted with them after one week.

I was looking for a shoe that I could wear all day, which I begin on my feet managing a coffee shop, and end on my feet working with horses. These shoes last me from 6:00am to at least 8:00pm with absolutely no problem, and I often have to remind myself to take my shoes off when I get home; I NEVER feel anxious to pull them off and rest my feet.

Outside of the pure comfort from day one, the shoes also look great at work whether I'm wearing jeans, kackis, or nicer slacks, and they transition well to going on short hikes or hanging out on the weekend.

I have found them great for working with horses: they are comfortable enough that I can run for short distances on uneven or loose terrain when I am exercising a horse from the ground, and the classic Keen toe keeps me safe from the occasional horse mis-step. When my shoes get too dusty from the barn, I simply wipe them clean with a damp towel and they look good as new. Because I do this often, the leather is probably more likely to dry out, but with occasional light conditioning I've had no problems.

I wrote that they do not feel true to width because I have wide feet and these shoes fit me perfectly. So I'm happy with them! But I wonder if someone with a more average or narrow foot may find that they are too roomy in the toe.

Another slight inaccuracy is that the "black" does not really look black; rather, it looks more like a dark chocolate compared to the more brown version that is offered. It doesn't matter to me because I think they look great, but an online buyer may be surprised. They actually provide a good alternative to the more standard brown that you find in boots and trail shoes (like the brown that is offered.) If you are still a brown-shoe type of person like I am, these still work in essence.

My only other warning for a potential buyer is that they lack a heavy tread, which you can see from the picture. This is a trend with Keen; you either get a heavy sole or a nearly-smooth one. So far they have worked well for me. My biggest concern was slipping at work when I walk quickly through areas with spilled water, but I haven't had an incident yet. But if you're looking for something with a more rugged sole, these may not the shoes for you. However, these soles can also be a plus because they do not hold and track in dirt as much as a pair of boots.

The bottom line is that these are a very versatile and comfortable pair of shoes. I often have to force myself to wear the other shoes in my closet, just so that I don't feel bad about having spent the money on them.

Comments about Keen Presidio Shoes - Women's:

I bought these shoes on sale, and one was a half a shade lighter because it had been the display model, but that certaintly didn't bother me! Everyone says these are half a size too small, but I found them to be true to size, if not larger. Granted, I think these are the first shoe to ever fit my feet in both width and length (I have veery small, very wide feet) so while I normally buy shoes in a 7 ladies, these fit me perfectly in 6.5!

Comments about Keen Presidio Shoes - Women's:

Taking these shoes out of the box, I was leary. It appeared that they may be too wide - they also looked a little on the small side. Was I wrong!! They fit my narrow foot perfectly, and the size is a true fit. These are the BEST shoes! I can't say enough great things about them! Comfy right out of the box!

Comments about Keen Presidio Shoes - Women's:

I ordered a pair online in the "Black Olive" color but when I opened the box, they were brown, not the black shoes I had in mind. So disappointing and a bit of an inconvenience. Keen probably shouldn't use the word 'black' to describe brown shoes. Back to the store they go.

Comments about Keen Presidio Shoes - Women's:

I'm really picky about my shoes, and need to have at least one very comfortable pair for lots of walking and time spent on my feet. This means they need to have adequate contouring and a moderate amount of rigidity. While the look had to grow on me, these shoes fit the bill. I love them so much I wear these shoes pretty much 7 days a week which wasn't my intention when I bought them.

I'm also impressed by how well they manage my foot sweat. I have excessively sweaty feet (hyperhydrosis) and while the sides of the shoe are waterproof leather, the combination of the top part of the shoe being breathable leather and the linings material being chosen for good wicking keeps my feet surprisingly dry and odour free.

Although I said they were true to size and width, I bought them in person, so I knew how they were going to fit. That said, they were the size I usually buy for casual footwear. I like plenty of room to wiggle my toes, and they have plenty of toe room. I did find the rear of the shoe was rather deep after my first day of wearing so that it rubbed the back of my ankle a bit, so I added my custom molded 3/4 insole which served the dual purpose of raising my heel just enough, and making the shoe even more comfy. This is to say they were comfy before, but my use of insoles make them so comfortable, I hate wearing any other shoes now. My other shoes are not as wide and don't accommodate the insoles as well. I'll just have to buy more Keens!

Anyway, bottom line is that these shoes handle walking all afternoon, or 9 hour days on my feet in a workshop with comfy dry feet.

Comments about Keen Presidio Shoes - Women's:

For a 3 month backpacking tour through Europe, these are the only shoes I took along. I bought them only a couple of days before leaving, and there was almost no break-in period for the shoes to be as comfortable as they ultimately got. They held up for the entire 3 months, from 12 mile hikes along coastal cliffs in Scotland to day-long adventures randomly wandering city streets. On average I was walking 5-6 miles a day, and I never dealt with blisters. The only thing I can think that needs improvement is the sole. Something more similar to a hiking boot would have been useful for some of the terrain I put these shoes through.

Comments about Keen Presidio Shoes - Women's:

I wanted a an all-around shoe that wasn't so girly or ugly as everything else out there right now, and fell in love with how these shoes looked. I went to REI, and tried on a pair. I wasn't sure how there were really going to feel after the 10 minutes in the store, so bought them and took them home. Once I wore them around the house for a little while, I noticed one of the the tongues was rubbing a sore spot on the front of my ankle. Also, I have a rather low arch, and was feeling more support than I am used to. Although I desperately wanted these to work, I was worried they wouldn't really be comfortable for me, so had to return them...

Comments about Keen Presidio Shoes - Women's:

If you are looking for a shoe that is comfortable and doesn't wear out fast, and is an excellent price for the quality, look no further. Very comfortable and fits well with very good support. I use them for everything and between 12hr on my feet work shifts and lots of hiking plus numerous other activities my feet still feel comfortable at the end of the day.

Service and delivery comments:

Ordered online and used in-store, pick-up option for shipping. I recieved quick, efficient & customer friendly service. Will use again and again.

Comments about Keen Presidio Shoes - Women's:

I love these shoes. I have some foot problems that flare up sometimes (high arches/arch pain, bunions) and when ever I need to just be comfy and not have to worry about it I wear these. I just wish they're weren't too hot for the summer. I wear them around town, to work, in the rain, in the snow, I've even hiked in them and my feet felt great! The only negative is that they are not that stylish... they are cute and roundy-toed but really not very slim and cool. They're a bit chunky. Some days I need a little more style so I put on my Asics, or other non-sneaker shoes.