KEEN Women's Targhee 2 Mid Height Waterproof Hiking Boots

These are great boots! They fit true to size - I wear anywhere from a 9 to a 10 women's shoe and the 9.5 fits me perfectly. I bought them specifically to wear on a 25-mile day-hike. They were very comfortable the whole way through. I had very minimal blistering on a couple of my toes and my heels, but I could have avoided that if I had used moleskin patches under my wool socks. In my experience, Keens have a wide toe-box, which is great if you have a foot that's a little wider than "standard" like I do. My toes don't feel smooshed and cramped, but my feet also don't slide around like they would in a too-wide shoe. They're relatively lightweight, sturdy, and comfy. I live in Western New York where it snows quite a bit for half the year, and while these won't do as true winter boots - not insulated - they've been working out great when I just need to head out for a few quick errands and don't feel like pulling on my big ol' Columbia snow boots.. the tread is wonderful and I haven't had any slips or falls in them.**EDIT: I forgot to mention the lack of break-in time! The very first time I wore them was for that 25 mile hike - a stupid move, for sure, but wow did I really luck out with these boots.. they really, truly, and honestly do not require breaking-in.

Have just received these boots after having sent back a size 5.5 and 6.0 which didn't fit. I usually wear a US size 5.0 or 5.5 in a trainer on my UK size 3 foot. They were a bit short so have now gone up to a US size 6.5. They feel comfortable and supportive but so light. They are also a bit wider as well as longer but they do not feel loose and my heel stays put when walking so would seem to be a good fit. Will be wearing them to Nepal in October / November so will be able to give a better review after they've been used in the field. Certainly feel up to the job and don't feel like they need a major breaking in period.Update 17/11/11 post trekHave just returned from our Mardi Himal trek in the Annapurna region of Nepal.The right boot pressed a little on my right ankle, discovered before commencing the trek. A couple of pieces of moleskin around my bony prominence and the boots were so comfortable I only took them off to go to bed.The locking hook for the lace was a bonus as I broke a finger before the trek and would have had a problem doing the laces up properly without the hook.Were supportive around the ankles without restricting movement.Didn't actually wade through water but the boots got pretty wet going through forested areas and shallow streams and we scrubbed them in the shower at the end of the trek but they stayed dry inside.Grip seemed to be very good. Some slipping on the very smooth, wet rocks but I can't imagine any boot gripping that sort of surface.My husband also had a pair of these boots which he didn't bother breaking them in at all. Wore them for travelling and the trek, totally loves them. So sturdy, supportive and comfortable.We will buy the same if still available when we need replacements. As his were $99 to my $129 from Altrec were also good value for money.

Not the most "sexy" looking boots, for sure, but definitely great for hiking the awesome national parks! When I first put them on, they seemed a little bulky. However, the "bulk" is what actually made them so comfortable. They have a bit wider toe box, which I like, but still fit my narrower ankles just fine. They required no break-in period. I used the insoles that came with the boots and they worked well, which is great for someone like me who has issues with plantar fasciitis and other foot pain. Though my feet were a bit "heavy" after 8+ hour hiking days, I had no pain. These boots also seem waterproof. Only time I felt actual water was after stepping in a creek that was deeper than expected and water went over the top of the boot (totally my fault). Otherwise, I walked through some pretty thick mud, moderate puddles, and shallow creek beds and they worked well. Good traction. Not sure how they'd do in deep snow, but I'm not sure these are made for that since they are only mid-height anyway? The rounded toe is pretty ugly, but I was quite thankful for the rubberized protection when walking over rocks and boulders. Definitely recommend these boots. You get what you pay for, and these are worth it. And these are true to size. I wear a size 11 ladies in both running shoes and tennis shoes, and I ordered a size 11 in these...perfect fit.