Keen Nopo Lace SKU: #7804874

Anonymous

from Upstate NY

I got thee shoes about a month ago to replace some Keen Findleys. I loved the Findleys, but these are much better made. The sole is not as cushiony as the Findleys and feels more like a boot, but they are extremely comfortable. I wear these for work and for walks in the woods; they look like shoes but wear like boots. The waterproofing holds up very nicely too. And they're made in the USA which is great. They're pricey but definitely worth it.

Anonymous

from Wellsboro, PA

These are really comfortable shoes. They felt great right out of the box and once they were broken in, they felt even better. They are lightweight and very supportive. I'd highly recommend them as a casual and casual dress shoe.

Brands I'd also recommend: Keen, Keen Utility

Tom

from Denver

These may be the best leather low quarter shoes that I have ever owned. The fit is perfect. They grip in the heel with lots of toe box room. The tread works in snow and ice or on the rug! A pleasure to wear.

Anonymous

from nyc

A nice change of pace for Keen style wise. Sole is really thick, unlike previous pairs of Keens I've had in the past. But they are still incredibly comfortable.

Connie B

from Baltimore, Maryland

I bought these for my husband for Christmas. He likes this shoe a lot. It is very comfortable and looks great. It's a great shoe to wear with jeans and a button up shirt or a tshirt. It is multi-purposed. And it is water resistant! Several guys at his job have asked him what brand shoe he is wearing. The shoe is very eye catching in a positive way.

Mark

from NC

I have owned these shoes for approximately 5 weeks. They are made of quality leather, wear like a boot, and support my feet well. I also appreciate the look of the shoe. I would love this shoe except: I have had one major disappointment with this shoe that has never happened to me previously. This will be difficult to explain in text and I wish I could upload a jpg. On the sole of the shoe, the black rubber above the tan rubber has begun to reveal an underlayer of tan in places. The effect is that sole of the shoe now looks old and/or muddy. So, no impact to functionality - but for the price I expected better craftsmanship and longevity. Pretty upsetting actually. I will probably pass on Keens from now on due to this. Zappos was quick with the order as usual.

Brands I'd also recommend: Patagonia, Merrill

R. Y

from Higgins Lake, MI

Impressive shoe. Somewhat different than the typical Keen. I need a wide shoe but took a chance on this; has a large toe box and good width. Tune in later for wear report.

Brands I'd also recommend: New Balance, Dunham

Anonymous

from Austin, Texas

This shoe is very comfortable even when worn for long periods of time. Excellent arch support, and the characteristic Keen design where the toe curls up slightly is very comfortable - almost surprisingly so. I have only two caveats for potential buyers: 1. This shoe is very square-toed in its design. As a result, it will make your feet appear shorter and wider than most other shoes. People with very long feet might like this; those with small feet should just be aware that it'll make your feet look even smaller. 2. I think the materials and workmanship are very good, except for the soles. The soles are two-tone, with black rubber lugs protruding from a contrasting tan base. As far as I can tell, this is manufactured by first injecting black rubber into a mold, letting it cool, then following that with tan rubber. The only problem is that while the black lugs on the bottom appear to have an adequate thickness of black rubber, the lugs on the side do not. After very gentle wear over only two or three weeks, the black surface wore through on the side lugs, exposing the tan rubber underneath, almost like wearing through a layer of paint. This is an aesthetic issue only that doesn't affect the shoe's mechanical integrity. I'll continue to wear them and I don't plan to return them. Still, I think this qualifies as a design flaw. A shoe costing this much should not have a problem like this, and had I known it would happen I would have had second thoughts about buying them. Are you listening, Keen? Fix this.

Brands I'd also recommend: Timberland

KIevin i

from Connecticut

As a tried and true Keen customer for the last six years, I have worn through the soles and/or the uppers of dozens of Keens over the years - many miles on the trails, around town, in all conditions. With a hardware-isle full of screws and plates in my right foot, I need a Rx Orthotic 24/7. Keen's roomy toe boxes keep my shoe collection full of many versions of the Keen lineup. I am consistently a size 9½, shoes, boots and sandals - never fail. However, with the Nopo Lace, the 9½ is big - in the heel-to-toe length and a bit loose through the mid-foot. I am wondering if that is the result of the new version of their footbeds, which seem to have thicker cushioning these days. When I remove the stock footbed for my orthotic in the Nopo's 9½ size, my foot is unusually sloppy and I experience significant heel slippage. I am too loyal and satisfied overall to give up. I just printed my return label and will swap them for a size 9, which I am sure will do the trick. As for the quality, the shoe seems Keen-solid as usual and I am a fan of the new, fresh styling the Nopo adds to the brand. As for Zappos, you cannot beat them, they are the best in the business!

Brands I'd also recommend: Ecco

Rick S

from WI

These are simply great walking shoes. They are supple, have oiled leather, grippy but flexible soles, and wide comfortable toe boxes. I bought these shoes at the last minute and wore them brand new for most of a five day traverse of Manhattan. No break-in was required. They look good and feel even better.

Anonymous

from Fargo, North Dakota

First off, let me explain that I am a chef and spend at least 8 to 10 hours a day on my feet. I was looking for a shoe with great support and also looked good and this pair of Keen's had delivered every step of the way. They got the attention of some of my kitchen staff and now I have made Keen converts I am sure for life. Overall it is a great little shoe light enough to really not even notice that I am wearing them but also tough enough for anything my kitchen can throw at it. My only qualm with them is within the first month of owning them the laces seemed to come apart so I replaced them other than that I love these shoes and will purchase a new pair when the time comes.

Brands I'd also recommend: Ecco Dansko

Anonymous

from Atlanta Ga area

Very comfortable, no break-in required. I plan on walking through Europe with these this summer.

Brands I'd also recommend: Teva

Anonymous

Great shoe. Fit right out of the box; I wore them to Spain for vacation the very next week without any problems. Go Keen!

Anonymous

from The Jersey Shore

Big fan of Keen footwear. Just bought them and wore them for 2 days. Liked them so much I ordered a second pair in the other color! Great toe-box for those of us with wide feet. Good lookin' shoe, hope they hold up!