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Keen Whisper Sandals - Women's

Keen Whisper Sandals - Women's

Item # 781300
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There's no need to keep quiet about the comfort and fit of Keen Whisper sandals that feature supportive polyester webbing and antimicrobial protection.

  • Polyester webbing uppers are designed for a comfortable, secure fit and dry quickly; nylon mesh linings enhance comfort and moisture control
  • AEGIS Microbe Shield™ resists odor-causing bacterial growth
  • Elastic 1-pull lacing and cordlocks secure feet into footbeds for comfort and protection; pull loops aid entry
  • Patented rubber Toe Guards protect feet from scuffs, bumps and uneven terrain
  • EVA midsoles absorb shock, cushion feet and provide gentle support
  • Nonmarking carbon rubber outsoles offer exceptional durability and superb traction

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

Imported.

Item 781300

Keen Whisper Sandals - Women's Specs

Specification

Description

StyleSport
CutLow
WaterproofNot applicable
UpperPolyester webbing
LiningNylon mesh
TopsoleEVA
MidsoleEVA
OutsoleCarbon rubber
Average weight17 ounces
Average weight - metric0.48 kilogram

Keen Whisper Sandals - Women's Customer Reviews

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Keen Whisper Sandals - Women's
 
4.0

(based on 9 reviews)

89%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Breathable (8)
  • Comfortable (8)
  • Durable (8)
  • Cute (6)
  • Stylish (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Everyday (6)
    • Beach (5)
    • Travel (5)
    • Walking (4)
    • Barbecues (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual dresser (7), Stylish (4)

    Reviewed by 9 customers

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    May

    7

    2009

    (12 of 13 customers found this review helpful)

     
    3.0

    Not what I expected

    By saltysue

    from Salt Lake City, UT

    About Me Stylish

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Cute

    Cons

    • Poor Arch Support

    Best Uses

    • Everyday

    Comments about Keen Whisper Sandals - Women's:

    I've worn Keen Newport H2s for a number of years and I've loved them. They are hands down the most comfortable shoes I own. Their drawbacks have been that they are HOT and a little clunky looking. I was really looking forward to wearing Keen's new Whisper shoe. It has a really nice look to it and is much more open than the Newport (and hopefully not as hot during the heat of the summer). I was really disappointed that the arch support in the Whisper is significantly less than other Keen's I've worn. The sole also did not feel as substantial. I wore them around the house for about an hour and decided that these shoes are not for me. As cute as they are, they don't provide the comfort I've come to expect from Keen. I will be returning these shoes.

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

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

    (12 of 13 customers found this review helpful)

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    May

    5

    2009

    (9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Must Have Another Color

    By buds

    from colorado spring colorado

    About Me Casual, Stylish

    Pros

    • Breathable
    • Comfortable
    • Cute
    • Durable
    • Easy to put on and off
    • Less bulky looking
    • Light weight and quiet
    • Stylish

    Cons

    • Needs a little more arch
    • Poor Arch Support

    Best Uses

    • Beach
    • Everyday
    • Wear to work

    Comments about Keen Whisper Sandals - Women's:

    Needs just a little more arch and maybe metatarsal support similiar to other keen shoes. Can wear all day for work but not to take long walks in.

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

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

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    May

    2

    2009

    (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Absolute comfort and style

    By pword

    from Texas

    About Me Alternative, Casual

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Breathable
    • Comfortable
    • Cute
    • Durable
    • Stylish

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Beach
      • Everyday
      • Travel

      Comments about Keen Whisper Sandals - Women's:

      These are the most comfortable water-type sandals I've ever owned. No break-in period required. Like my old Keens I wear a 1/2 smaller in these as well. My only complaint is the sole is not thick enough for hiking on rocky surfaces -- I bought these to replace a 3-yr-old Keen full-sandal I wear hiking and these don't quite work as well. But still a great shoe for everyday wear.

      • Gift:
      • No
      • Sizing:
      • Feels half size too small
      • Width:
      • Feels true to width

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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      Jun

      22

      2009

      (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Great for travel

      By KJo

      from Diamond Bar, CA

      About Me Casual

      Pros

      • Breathable
      • Comfortable
      • Cute
      • Durable
      • Stylish

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Travel

        Comments about Keen Whisper Sandals - Women's:

        Bought these for a trip to Alabama, staying on the Dog River. They are the only shoes I took and they went from miles of walking at the airport to slogging around the muddy shore of the river. We did miles of sight seeing via recumbant bicycle and soles of shoes had good traction and did not slip from pedals. After canoeing the mud washed right off, looked good as new on return flight. I say these shoes are a MUST for comfort, cool ventilation, and versatility. Pack lite and go for it.

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

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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        Aug

        3

        2009

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Perfect for a week in Powell

        By A Hiker and Her AspenDog

        from Denver, CO

        About Me Casual, Outdoorsy

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • Durable

        Cons

        • Ugly

        Best Uses

        • Beach
        • Rock scrambling
        • WATER ACTIVITIES

        Comments about Keen Whisper Sandals - Women's:

        I needed a water shoe for a week-long trip to Lake Powell involving hiking, rock scrambling, and water. I debated buying these for the longest time because I think they are the ugliest shoes I have ever seen and I had a hard time justifying [$] for ugly shoes. Low and behold, these things are awesome. They were comfy even after zero break-in and they were the only shoes I wore the entire week. I like them because they protect my toes, which was a requirement. They also dry out and wash off easily, and are super lightweight. They were comfortable and durable and the perfect shoes for this trip.Cons: It is hard to remove rocks that get inside the shoe, although that can also happen with Tevas and other water shoes. Also, I almost got an 8.5 (I wear a 9) because of other reviews saying they fit a half-size smaller, but I got the 9s and they fit me beautifully...when I'm standing still. When walking, the shoe somehow manages to push my foot back so that it feels as if my heel is falling out. It seems like buying an 8.5 would have made this situation worse, not better. Still, I found them okay, despite this oddity. Oh, and did I mention that they are ugly?

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

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        Images shared by A Hiker and Her AspenDog

        My boyfriend and I in our new Keens

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        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Aug

        8

        2009

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Great for my narrow feet

        By casual CA hiker

        from Bay Area, CA

        About Me Casual

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Breathable
        • Comfortable
        • Durable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Barbecues
          • Travel
          • Walking

          Comments about Keen Whisper Sandals - Women's:

          I really wanted to get the Keen Venice shoes because I like their colors and design so much better. Venice also has a nicer foot bed. But, it wasn't meant to be with my narrow feet.

          The salesperson told me these shoes run half a size small (true).

          I was looking for traveling shoes in hot and humid monsoon season. These are great. I have to disagree with other reviewers who say these shoes work on the beach. I took them to the park and sand and bark chips kept going into my shoes and not being able to come out. I kept having to take them off.

          In all, these shoes are very comfortable and I wear them almost daily around town. I love that it's light (lighter than Venice and Newport) and airy and so easy to slip on/off. And best of all, my toes are protected.

          • 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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          Aug

          6

          2009

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          my fiancee's new love

          By inkedemt

          from Richmond, Va

          About Me Casual, Stylish, Trendy

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Breathable
          • Comfortable
          • Durable

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Barbecues
            • Beach
            • Everyday
            • Travel
            • Walking

            Comments about Keen Whisper Sandals - Women's:

            I got these as a gift for my fiancee prior to our big river and hiking trip and she loves them. She has really bad foot, knee and back problems from a previous accident and her work standing on her feet for 14 hours a day. When wearing these on our 10 mile paddle and 5 mile hike we didn't stop once. She was out in front the whole time and didn't have a single complaint the next day. They are true to size (she wears a size 9 and they fit her perfectly), supportive foot bed, and did not need any break in time at all.

            • Gift:
            • Yes
            • 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

            19

            2009

             
            4.0

            I love the sandle but the toggle broke

            By modragonfly

            from Waterford, MI

            About Me Stylish, Trendy

            Pros

            • Breathable
            • Comfortable
            • Cute
            • Durable
            • Stylish

            Cons

            • Broke

            Best Uses

            • Barbecues
            • Beach
            • Everyday
            • Travel
            • Walking

            Comments about Keen Whisper Sandals - Women's:

            I absolutely love the sandals, but I was very disappointing with the fact that after a week of having them, the top toggle piece broke off of the sandal. I wrote an email to the Keen warranty dept. and customer service and got no response. Now months later I finally get through on their busy lines and they are sending me replacement parts. I would use the sandals just about everyday, and anywhere outdoors. They're great because they are easy to throw on, comfy and cute. It was nice putting on a shoe without socks and being able to go on walks.The not so great part is the fact the plastic piece broke off of mine without excessive wear. The sandal was still functional, but if you pay that kind of money for a good shoe, they should not break without excessive wear.

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

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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            Oct

            2

            2009

             
            4.0

            Great for dry land

            By NorahPDX

            from Portland, OR

            About Me Casual

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Breathable
            • Comfortable
            • Cute
            • Durable
            • Stylish

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Everyday
              • Walking

              Comments about Keen Whisper Sandals - Women's:

              I actually love these shoes and wear them often. I don't wear them when hiking or trying to cross a river.... at least not anymore.

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

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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