How to Choose Hiking Boots and Shoes

Rugged and supportive meets fast and light. These KEEN hiking shoes have an athletic feel and plenty of traction to take on any trail. KEEN.DRY waterproof membranes seal out moisture.
Imported.
View all KEEN Men's Hiking Shoes| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Footwear Height | Ankle |
| Footwear Closure | Lace-up |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Type of Waterproofing | KEEN.DRY waterproof/breathable membrane |
| Upper | Waterproof leather/performance mesh |
| Midsole | High-rebound foam |
| Outsole | KEEN.ALL-TERRAIN rubber |
| Weight (Pair) | 1 lb. 11.8 oz. |
| Gender | Men's |
| 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Men's | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 |
| UK | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 |
| EU | 39.5 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 42 | 42.5 | 43 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 46 | 47 | 47.5 | 48 | 48.5 | 49 |
| Foot Length (in.) | 9.6 | 9.8 | 10 | 10.1 | 10.2 | 10.5 | 10.6 | 10.7 | 11 | 11.1 | 11.25 | 11.6 | 11.9 | 12.2 | 12.5 | 12.8 |
Measurements are stated in inches.
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For reasons that are irrelevant to this Review, I wanted a pair of hiking shoes with "natural" rubber soles. What IS relevant to this review is that I weigh about 240 pounds. I tried on this model and the Hightrail Mesh model in the REI Gainesville Store. This model just felt more substantial under my forefoot than the Mesh model; so I went with this model. I suppose someone much lighter would appreciate the feather weight of the Mesh model; but I needed a shoe that could handle my weight. I did not factor in the Waterproof "feature" of this model, FWIW. Highly recommend to you; especially if you are "Chunky" like me.
If they hold up long term, 10/10 would recommend. Super comfortable and fully waterproof (tested extensively in multiple inches of snow here in Buena Vista, CO). If they don’t delaminate in a year’s time, I’ll definitely buy again and again 🤘
Perfect option for a lighter weight hiking shoe. I have flat feet and require a roomy toe box which these shoes deliver. They are comfortable and less clunky than my high top hiking boots and they are just as good off trail for every day wear. The waterproof claims hold up and my feet stayed dry as long as my foot wasn’t fully submerged under water. Even after going shin deep in a creek, the shoes were completely dried out and ready for action after airing out overnight. I am highly impressed with these shoes and very happy with my purchase.
This is the first pair of hiking shoes I've ever owned that felt like they were broken in as soon as I bought them. I've walked through puddles halfway up the sides and my feet are dry and comfortable as a newly swaddled baby. Fair warning, most shoes hurt my arches, and these don't so, I if you have normal/high arches, these may not be the shoes for you.
A size small and way narrow to be sized as being wide.
I need a shoe with a generous toebox and these seem to work great for that so far, and without a tendency to slide forward on the downslopes. I'll use them mostly for walks around my area and for the light hiking that we often do on our vacation trips. They replace a similar pair of Merrill Moabs that were jamming my toes when worn for longer distances.
I chose the Hightrail over Altra, & Hoka. I wanted to like the LonePeak9, but the extra cushion and 5mm drop of the Keen was more comfortable for me. Chose these for my upcoming Camino d S. Breathability seems good for a waterproof shoe. Very light.
After researching for a waterproof hiking/walking shoe I found the Keen Hightrail. Keen comes in a wide unlike the Hoka hiking shoes. I went to REI and they were in stock. From the moment you put them on they are a very comfortable shoe.
The sales person in the shoe department was very knowledgeable and helpful. Patient too as I tried omn several different kinds of hiking shoes. The shoes fit very well with custom orthotics inside. Best shoes in a long time.
Comfortable, stylish, waterproof and a good value. Great for easy to moderate hikes. They clean up easily with a little soap and water. Liked them so much that I bought them in three colors.