Customer Reviews KEEN Newport H2

Looks Great- On Everyone Else's Feet! I just ordered this shoe because several of my friends have them and love them. I must have goofy feet, because the shoes just do not look right on me (my pinky toe looks like its about to pop out through one of the slots in the side- I think it's just the unfortunate layout of my feet rather than the sandals). I'm sending them back and ordering some trusty ol' Tevas. On a side note, I ordered these at around 10 pm last night and they arrived TODAY at 3:15 pm. Zappos- the...best...company...online...hands down!!

Keen's Newport H2 - Despite the feel you have of heat and of walking on plastic when you 1st put it on, you get over it quickly. This shoe really is comfortable and protects your foot much more than you would have thought.

Like the shoes... I have had these for about 3 weeks, and I have been wearing them a ton. I like wearing sandals, but prefer how my toes are enclosed with these shoes. I think the shoes are generally "odor free" as advertised. I find my feet sweat in them a little more than a more open sandal like a Teva. While waterproof, they do dry slowly. So getting them wet doesn't do any damage, as long as you don't mind damp shoes for next day. Haven't done too much athletic in them (hiking, etc.), so I can't comment on how functional they are for more strenuous activity. (As an aside, I was quite happy with Zappos! I ordered a two-day shipping, and got bumped to overnight for free -- awesome!)

I'm buying my second pair now - These are the most comfortable and durable sandals I have owned...I'm finally replacing them after three and a half years of wear. I have traveled all over the world with these. They are great sport sandals and have held up well to machine washings. The only negative thing I would say is that they trap sand and stones inside due to the narrow strap design, but you can easily remove the sandals and dump out the debris.

Good value for a water shoe - This is a good water shoe. Very solid for walking on rocks in the water. Lots of stability and protection. Only complaint would be that beach sand gets in, accumulates, and won't come out without taking off the shoe and rinsing. I normally wear an 11.5, but had to re-order an 11 for this shoe. If you get a shoe that is too long, your little toe can pop out the side. Overall I like the shoe for water activity, but I think it is a little hot for normal wear (but then I don't like anything more confining than a flip-flop).

New H2s look sharp, not quite as comfortable as my old pair - I've had a pair of Newports for about 3 years now. The first time I put them on, they felt like I had slipped my feet into incredibly comfortable gloves. The material the old pair is made of is micro-fiber like. It has a little stretch to it and I really like that. The material in the new pair reminds me of ballistic nylon. It seems incredibly durable and seems to hold up well. These new H2s just don't have that wrap-my-foot-like-a-glove that I get from the old pair. I still enjoy wearing them, they are comfortable, and they are my “dress” Keens now. I still slip on the old pair when I can though.

Nice Water Shoe - These water shoes are comfortable and don't rub. They dry very easily and are comfortable to walk in when wet. The only complaint is that they're somewhat heavy for what they are.

Two problems for me - I bought my Newport H2s in order to take only one pair of shoes on an upcoming trip to Hawaii, figuring these would be the only shoes I need. I've been wearing them regularly to break them in (get my feet used to them?) and have a couple problems. The nylon webbing from the toe on the outside of both shoes rubs my little toe the wrong way. For a shoe with such a generous toe-box, I expected a little more room for the pinky-toes. The contour of the heel cup on the left shoe is too narrow/deep. It's not that I have one wide heel as I have other shoes (and other Keens) that fit fine. This IS slowly flattening and feeling better as I wear them, but I almost returned my H2s. Other than these two issues, they're getting comfortable after one week of break-in. Support and width are perfect, the upper feels great against bare feet, there's no weird seams/tags/stitches that rub a hole in your foot the first day you wear them, etc. For what it's worth, my Keen brand leather lace-up shoes are super comfortable, so my review is not a dig at Keen.

Radical Zapatos! These shoes are weird and indescribable. When I walk down the streets in Bali this spring with my pasty white feet shining through these size 15 Keens, it's going to stop traffic! The standard medium size is easily wide enough for my wide feet and the shoes appear to be very strongly built. Since it's winter right now, I haven't been able to road test them yet, but I am anticipating great things.

Very comfortable - As far as sandals go, they are very comfortable. A little hot in the toe, but still not bad.

Current River Canoe - These sandals are very comfortable as an outdoor/hiking sandal. If you’re canoeing they will not handle the rocks well. I picked them out for 4 days straight in the Ozarks. Water sports with not a lot of small rocks are o.k. The fit was true to size.

Strange Lacing System - Talk about being straight laced? These sandals are great fitting but hard to get the back strap on being they do not tie. How does one get replacement laces, if the dog eats the current ones? Small complaint for an otherwise great shoe.

These shoes rock! I use them for kayaking and car washing. Hold up great and have good traction.

Keen H2 Sandals - Bought them and immediately went to the Middle East with them to put'em to the test. I'm flat footed and particular about shoes and the arch support they provide. My feet thank me for picking these shoes. They stay cool and dry in extreme heat. My only complaint is that some of the neoprene covering, nylon, under the nylon straps, is coming off after only owning them for less than a month. If you put some hard miles on these, they don't appear to fair well on the outside. Doesn't seem to affect any of the other aspects of the shoe.

Perfect for water - I bought these shoes for working with my dog in Lake Michigan. They are very comfortable and absorb absolutely no water. When I get home I just hose them off and they are dry in minutes. They take a little getting used to getting them on. It is important to make sure you slide your foot as far forward into the sandal before trying to pull up the heel strap. Once on they hold the foot securely and comfortably, no rubbing at all when properly adjusted.

Comfortable shoe - I spent a long time deciding on these shoes, as they are quite expensive compared to other brands/types in their niche. I finally reconciled the expense and ordered them. After wearing them for a few hours, I am still not convinced I made a good decision. While I consider them sturdy and safer than most (the toe cap alone may be worth the price), they don't seem very well made. They seem a bit flimsy. So the jury is still out.

No chance of stubbing your toes in these sandals - They fit fine except for the sole underneath my right big toe, which curves up where it shouldn't. I'm gradually breaking it in, though. I enjoy the protective caps over the toes because I kick things all day long at work and they save my toes.

I must have tried about 10 different pairs of the women's, going back and forth between sizes and the regular and the H2. Finally ended up with a men's because my feet are long and skinny. The shoes themselves are a little clunky, but super comfortable! No break in period, felt great right away. My boyfriend HATES the way they look (and I admit they aren't pretty) but it's worth it in terms of comfort! :o) Perfect for theme parks where your feet get wet but you want more support and something that will stay on your feet. We walked and stood all around the park and at the end of the day, my legs weren't tired at all and my back felt great! And HIS feet were all wrinkly and waterlogged from being inside sneakers all day, but not mine! Also kayaking/canoeing, perfect especially if you are planning on getting out along the way and hiking a bit. Very satisfactory!

Replacement Sandals - Overall very comfortable and everyone comments on how they like the look. I bought these as replacements for some standard "Birkenstock" style sandals I have worn for ages. But, the kids always want me to run around with them, so I figured I should get something with a back-strap. These work out quite well!

Keen H2 - Great shoe, very comfortable. Only drawback is when wearing without socks, shoe may get some foot odor after a couple days wearing. I wash them with soap and water after each use.

New shoe H2 Review- I was startled to find my shoe had arrived in less than 24 hours. Amazing. I liked their fit and convenience. The only problem I have with them is that I had been told that the soles would absorb moisture and they did not. My foot often feels wet. Other than that, they look great and can be worn almost anywhere.

A hip 60-year-old - I bought these shoes for my dad who likes to wear socks with sandals. These look a lot better. He hikes the beach in them barefoot and throws on socks with them to go into town. They are very versatile though they look a bit clunky.

Looks like a racket, wears like a dream. While the Keen does have the look of a badminton racket, the fit is superb. Easy to put on, fit can be adjusted (I sometimes wear socks with my Keen's) and has good support. Like the toe protection as I also hike in my pair. For all that, I guess I can live with the look!

Newport H2 Review - I have to admit that I'm not perfectly happy with my Keens. They are very much as advertised, but the enclosed style has its drawbacks, namely: gravel! While wading on a gravely lake shore, I kept getting small rocks and sand trapped inside. I also find that my feet slide around some, but I think a 13.5 vs. my little 14's would take care of that. I suppose that a tighter fit could also help keep debris out, but unfortunately, no half size comes that large. Basically, these are very well made sandals, but I think I will wind up wearing my old Columbia toe and ankle, Velcro strapped models.

H2 multi-shoe - These are my 6th pair of Keen's. Mainly purchased them to cover my ugly toes and yet feel as if I was wearing a sandal. Also needed a water sport shoe for "holiday world". The canvas does retain water for a while, and in my size (14) they get heavy with that chunky sole. Love the color scheme. Love ZAPPOS!