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Keen Targhee II eVent Low Cross-Training Shoes - Men's

Keen Targhee II eVent Low Cross-Training Shoes - Men's

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We thought it couldn't get any better but Targhee now features eVent® waterproofing with the same 4-wheel drive traction and stability as before.

  • Waterproofed nubuck leather and flexible nylon mesh uppers offer ample durability, flexibility and breathability for comfort on the go
  • eVent® lining sets a high standard for comfort by allowing perspiration to dissipate and vent before it saturates the inside of the shoe
  • Secure-fit lace capture system with sturdy nylon webbing eyelets and heel wrap help lock feet to footbeds for increased support
  • Webbing pull loops at heel and tongue allow easy entry/exit; padded, gusseted tongue keeps out debris and moisture while relieving lace pressure
  • Patented rubber toe bumpers protect feet and uppers from bumps and abrasion
  • Substantial Metatomical™ EVA footbeds are custom shaped to provide ample cushioning and arch support; can also accommodate orthotics
  • Compression-molded EVA midsoles offer shock-absorption and padding for all-day comfort;
  • Supportive ESS nylon shanks provide torsional stability and protection from uneven and rocky terrain
  • Nonmarking carbon-rubber outsoles with aggressive 4mm multi-directional lugs for long-wearing durability and superb terrain bite

Average weight specification is per pair, based on size 9.

Imported.

Item 741491

Keen Targhee II eVent Low Cross-Training Shoes - Men's Specs

Specification

Description

StyleCross-training
CutLow
WaterproofYes
UpperWaterproofed nubuck leather/nylon mesh
LiningWaterproof breathable membrane/nylon
MidsoleEVA
SupportNylon shank
OutsoleRubber
Average weight2 lbs. 3 oz.
Average weight - metric0.99 kilogram

Keen Targhee II eVent Low Cross-Training Shoes - Men's Customer Reviews

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Keen Targhee II eVent Low Cross-Training Shoes - Men's
 
4.3

(based on 41 reviews)

90%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (37)
  • Attractive design (19)
  • Durable (19)
  • Versatile (18)
  • Good padding (17)

Cons

  • Wears out easily (3)

Best Uses

  • Trails (22)
  • Wet conditions (14)
  • Pavement (12)
  • All weather conditions (11)
  • Mixed terrain (10)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Active & fit (22), Casual adventurer (22), Competitive athlete (7)

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Apr

14

2008

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Excellent but...

By Weminuche

from Wisconsin

About Me Competitive Athlete

Site Member

Pros

  • Casual styling
  • Comfortable
  • Good Traction
  • Trail Worthy

Cons

  • Sole delaminates
  • Tread separates

Best Uses

  • All Weather Conditions
  • Long trail hiking
  • Mixed Terrain

Comments about Keen Targhee II eVent Low Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

Comfortable shoe that can be worn for extended backpacking or around the house. The sole on first pair delaminated from the upper. The tread on the second pair separated from the sole (I ran into an individual at the airport yesterday that experienced this same issue). Both incidents resulted in replacements. Had this not been the case, this shoe would fail in several important categories including "value" and "versatility" and would have been relegated to casual wear only. Other reviews experienced the same product defects and I am hopeful that Keen will address these issues.

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

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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Dec

8

2007

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

great comfy hiker, doesn't last long

By teekay

from Rochester, MN

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Site Member

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Dries Quickly
  • Good Traction
  • Stabilizes Foot

Cons

  • Hot
  • Wears Quickly

Best Uses

  • All Weather Conditions
  • Mixed Terrain

Comments about Keen Targhee II eVent Low Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

Owned about 6 keen shoes now, this one runs about a half-size smaller than the rest. Like most keen's, incredibly comfortable out of the box and casual enough to wear everywhere with jeans. Took this one on a few light hikes and some geocaching outings, sole was sturdy enough to tramp over roots and branches. Shoe feels bomb-proof, good for pretty much any activity in any weather and the stability thing really works. However, it is lightly insulated, a plus in snowy winters and a minus in the summer. Another minus is the outer sole which started to peel off after a few months. Sad to see this one go, it was one of my favorite shoes.

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

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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Mar

10

2008

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Got Barney Rubble feet?

By ffspiel

from Bakersfield, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Good Traction
  • Rugged
  • Stabilizes Foot

Cons

    Best Uses

    • All Weather Conditions
    • Mixed Terrain

    Comments about Keen Targhee II eVent Low Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

    I've been looking for a shoe like this for a while. Upon researching the other comments, I visited my local REI before ordering this shoe online. I tried it on using my normal running shoe size (10.5 4E) and found that it fit a bit tight, so I ordered the next half size up. The result: a great fitting shoe... great in the forefoot and not too wide in the toebox (well, at least for me...). I have used it on short walks and day hikes; I intend to also use this shoe for a 70 mile backpacking trip this summer. I'm hoping the sole issue won't be an issue, but for now I'm very happy with this product. If you're looking for a rugged, good looking, waterproof, lite backpacking/hiking shoe for wide feet, this might be your model. Good luck in your search and travels.

    • 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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    Feb

    7

    2008

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Durable and Comfortable!

    By dwig

    from Warwick, RI

    About Me Gym Rat

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Durable
    • Good Traction
    • Stabilizes Foot

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • All Weather Conditions
      • Daily living
      • Mixed Terrain

      Comments about Keen Targhee II eVent Low Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

      I bought these shoes to be my weekend warriors. I loved the fit from day one, and little by little I began to wear them to work. I work in an industrial setting... I walk (literally) miles on concrete floors some days, or I could be out in the field in mud or snow. Now these are my "every day" shoes. The only shoes that have ever lasted me more than a year were [$] Ecco boots. These Keenes are more comfortable than the Ecco's and have actaully held up better. I'm on 13 months of wearing these to work every day, and pretty much every weekend in foul weather. No doubt I'll be buying another pair when these wear out...just not sure when that will happen.

      • Sizing:
      • Feels half size too big
      • 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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      Apr

      28

      2008

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Best walking shoe I've had in 50 years

      By Terry W.

      from Fairfax, VA

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Dries Quickly
      • Good Traction
      • Rugged
      • Stabilizes Foot

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • All Weather Conditions
        • Grass
        • Mixed Terrain
        • Muddy Conditions

        Comments about Keen Targhee II eVent Low Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

        Best walking shoe I've had in 50 years. Got my first pair for walking my dog on wet days. Found myself wearing them on dry days, too. And in low snow, around town, camping--basically, everywhere except to bed. A thousand miles later I'm ordering a replacement pair. Buy 'em.

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

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        Feb

        13

        2008

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        The best shoe I have ever owned !

        By Nw_Adventure

        from Seattle, WA.

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Good Traction
        • Lightweight
        • Rugged

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • All Weather Conditions
          • Mixed Terrain

          Comments about Keen Targhee II eVent Low Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

          The Targhee is a great shoe for someone who is looking for a lightweight waterproof hiking shoe. Unbelievable comfort and grip, quite simply put this is the best shoe I have ever owned.

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

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Sep

          16

          2007

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          no blisters here

          By ali under the stars

          from Anchorage,AK

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Durable
          • Good for wide feet
          • Good Padding
          • Good price

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Trails
            • Wet Conditions
            • Winter Conditions

            Comments about Keen Targhee II eVent Low Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

            I got the mens version for wider feet, they were GREAT. Not a single blister, couldn't be better.

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

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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            Sep

            12

            2007

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            Great Camping/Hiking Shoe

            By Etprimus

            from Littleton, CO

            About Me Active & Fit

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Attractive Design
            • Comfortable
            • Durable
            • Good Padding
            • Versatile

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Trails

              Comments about Keen Targhee II eVent Low Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

              Great durable shoe. I have had these for a year and they look almost brand new. I have put about 200 hiking mile on them and they still feel great.

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

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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              Sep

              5

              2007

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Great shoes

              By Dennis

              from Nampa, Idaho

              About Me Active & Fit

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Attractive Design
              • Comfortable
              • Durable
              • Good Padding
              • Versatile

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Trails
                • Wet Conditions

                Comments about Keen Targhee II eVent Low Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

                This shoe is durable. I've got a wide foot and it's hard to find shoes that won't bust out the sides over time. These are a perfect fit and provide comfort anywhere i go. I've had another pair of Keen's for 4 years now and expect this pair to last just as long.

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

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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                May

                25

                2008

                 
                3.0

                At first they fit, but then.....

                By shaw988

                from Lawrenceville, Georgia

                About Me Casual/ Recreational

                Site Member

                Pros

                  Cons

                  • issue with the tongue
                  • Uncomfortable

                  Best Uses

                  • Concrete floor

                  Comments about Keen Targhee II eVent Low Cross-Training Shoes - Men's:

                  In the showroom and around the house the Targhees felt wonderful. But then... the tongue on the right shoe developed a personality of it's own. It would not lay flat and all of the extra fabric looked to bury itself into the top of my foot. Not good. I am on my feet (retail store manager) all day and I could not stand it. REI was wonderful to allow me to return them. I would recommend with reservations. Keen Voyager was my replacement.

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

                  Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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