Customer Reviews KEEN Newport H2

These are my new warm weather favorites. They are all purpose. I can use them for hiking, running errands, and even to the pool. They are comfortable and have more support than flip flops or regular sandals. The only minor negative is that if wet, the material is not instantly drying. These can certainly get wet but do not expect them to dry as fast as your bathing suit. The plus, I understand, is that you can throw them in the drier. I have not done this yet. I recommend these highly and would certainly purchase them again.

My new warm weather favorites. These are all purpose hiking, running errands, wearing to swim pool, etc. They are comfortable and have more support than flip flops or regular sandals. The only minor negative is that if wet, the material is not instantly drying. These can certainly get wet but don't expect them to dry as fast as your bathing suit. The plus, I understand, is that you can throw them in the drier, but haven't done this yet. I recommend these highly and would certainly purchase again.

Great fit and very good arch support for footwear of this kind. The only feature I don't like is the texture of material in contact with my feet. It's a bit irritating if I wear them for a long period of time.

Great shoe. The only area of improvement I see is the durability of the stitching, especially in the heel area. I also think they should improve the gluing of the sole, which tends to come apart after a few months.

A good walking shoe. The sole feels slightly funny, I am sure it will break in over time.

Solid, stable sandal with great foot support. As always with Keen shoes, the wide toe area makes it very comfortable. Openings are wider than the classic Newport which makes it airier for the summer. Top is made of nylon in H2 vs leather in the classic. This makes it quicker drying and lighter overall. Cons: Sand will mound up in the toe area since there are no holes to escape. Recommend you try the classic Newport and the H2 before you purchase. I found the classic's food bed completely incompatible with my feet, but the H2 was perfect.

Bought these for my husband who has very wide feet for our trip to Kauai. He loves them. So comfortable and broke in quickly.

I wore these sandals evryday for two and half weeks in the jungles of Cambodia. They got soaked and dirty but always protected my feet. The only down side was I got a blister under the top strap. I may have been from loosening them all the way to deal with a hot spot.

I was looking for a shoe that I could use over the summer instead of a flip flop. It is a great looking shoe and I actually wear them with jeans. I have also worn them in the water and they held up well. My only complaint is that they are a bit uncomfortable around my little toe and not that soft on my feet. I am relatively picky about shoes, although I have suffered from Plantar so it could just be me, I do have high arches if that matters. I wouldn not buy them again but I love the style so I would give the Inov8s a try. On a side note, I love Zappos. They have become my favorite site and when possible, I buy from them. Their customer service is really world class.

Not surprisingly, the nylon material of this style is less flexible and forgiving than leather styles, but I expect it to hold up better when wet.

Great shoe that serves its overall purpose, to get wet. It could be a bit more comfortable; my feet would get sore after a day of wear.

They're as comfortable as they can be. They're perfect for every outdoor activity that doesn't involve snow. Both of mine got a nasty stink to them. A good washing will take care of it -- for a while. Be very careful when you do wash them; believe the label and do it in cold water. My wife washed mine in warm water and the soles separated. Also, the strap on the heel is a flimsy joke that will break if you use it. Still, ya know what? I'm about to buy my third pair. They're that good.

I've only owned the Keen Newport H2 for about 4 weeks now. So, my comments are limited to size and fitting. In the past I have had lots of issues with Teva Omnium soles staying glued together after just a few seasons. I use my shoes for kayaking and around the beach. So, they do go in and out of the water frequently. The Keen Newport H2 seem to be constructed well. The front has a nice rubber guard, which is nice when kayaking or walking along rocky shores. The fabric is mostly nylon so it dries relatively quickly. The back strap does not have any adjustment. The shoe feels snug and comfortable overall. I would recommend the Keen Newport H2 for boating / kayaking. Great alternative to the Teva Omnium.

So we ordered 2 pairs of these shoes in preparation for a boundary waters trip (my wife had the same variety in women's). Hers were great over the trip. Mine were losing the stitching on the back by the end. Zappos was great for replacing them. I don't know if it was just the in and out of the water, but I have to say that regardless of the wear, these were the most comfortable hiking/water sandals I've ever worn. Even if I'd kept the old set, I don't think it would have fallen apart completely. I didn't get a single blister, and anyone who's ever canoed in an area where you have to portage your canoe from lake to lake probably knows that pain, and since my wife's were fine, I bet most of these shoes are as well. She did the same things I did. The catch may be in that my feet were between sizes, and since that's always a problem for men above size 12, you'll know if that could impact you. I got the replacement from Zappos (kudos), and I'm looking forward to our next trip.

I wear these everywhere. I wear these at the beach, cross training, mud, and 20 degree winter with socks. I've noticed some problems with stitching, size and alignment.

These sandals are great. They are a bit warmer than teva\'s but they have better support. I think I have warm them every day since I bought them.

I wore these in the ocean and around town and they\'ve held up very well. I was hoping they would be more comfortable but I like that they don\'t start to stink like my Teva\'s.

Unlike leather Birks, there\'s no break in time required. Good in and out of the water, protective toe. I know my size in Keen shoes, and this sandal doesn\'t vary from it. My left shoe squeaks a little, not sure why.

Zappos continues to provide great customer service. Ordered these on Saturday evening and they were on my feet on Monday afternoon. All with no up charges. The commitment that they spout on and on about is 100% true. Be it on The Celebrity Apprentice or online ads, Zappos really is in it to make happy customers. OK now onto the Keen's. I have a very high instep, so these are not the perfect sandal for me (there isn't a perfect sandal). That being said, they are incredibly comfortable, clunky at first but you get used to it. The support that they offer is nice and about as good as you'll find, perfect for over-pronators. I wish the colors available were a little more gaudy, but the rust is fairly obnoxious- which is a good thing. Can't wait to get them a little dirty and wet. True to size, but a little snug. I wish they made them in wide, but not enough to complain.