Customer Reviews KEEN Newport H2

This is my third pair of Newport's. It is hot in New Orleans in the summer, and I like having a walking sandal where I don't need to wear socks. I was hoping to replace my last pair of Newport's with the Whisper. The Whisper is cut longer than the Newport. I did not find that the Whisper had as good arch support. These may not be the most attractive shoes, but they were work for exercise walking and beach hiking.

As far as construction goes, I can't say enough good things about this shoe. It gives excellent support and does so comfortably from the minute you put it on. It hugs the foot and keeps it exactly where it should be. It offers excellent protection for the toes and the soles. My only gripe, and it was a game changer, is that this shoe was hot. One purpose in getting them was as a cooler alternative to actual hiking shoes when going on short non-strenuous walks or to use for casual wear around town. These made my feet so warm I might as well have had on my hiking socks and heavy hikers.

Based on reviews I purchased half a size larger to accommodate my 8W foot, one which has tailor's bunion. My goal was to find sandals that protects my toes, can get wet and are comfortable. I wore these for two weeks prior to vacation in San Diego, all seemed fine. After full two days at parks,my feet got very tired and I had sore pinky toes from rubbing. I switched to my Earth flip-flops for a day. Keeping Keens since worn outside. I hope the fit gets better with time.

Ugly as sin, comfy as heck - These are incredibly comfortable, awesome for wearing for any activity, and easy to throw in the washer. They are way too ugly and casual for me to wear to work, but I love them for any summer athletic activity, for gardening, etc.

Good looking and comfortable - I love these Keens, they are very comfortable and come in many color choices. I now have 3 pair of Keens.

Wide-feeted people beware! These are cute as a button, but if you have wide-ish feet and/or high arches, I would recommend going up a full size, not just 1/2.

2nd pair, neither true to size - This is my second pair of Keens from Zappos. I gave the first pair away to my daughter...way too tight. The 2nd pair was also too tight...and after having tried to wear them to stretch them out, they are not returnable. I have a total of 4 Keens, 2 from Zappos and two from my neighborhood store. The ones bought locally SAME EXACT SIZE fit correctly. The ones from Zappos must be mismarked.

Try a different style if you have a high instep - I really wanted a pair of Newports, but I have a high instep and could not get this shoe on my foot. I even tried a full size larger, but no luck. The straps stretch a bit, but not a large amount. I ended up with a pair of the Keen Venice H2, which are comfortable, and more suited to a high instep.

Stay on comfort! Size up 1/2 size. Shoes stay snugly on your feet and are very comfortable from day one. A little difficult to slip on and off.

Multifunctional sport sandal. Versatile shoe that can be slipped on like a sandal but gives the support for walking and foot protection for outdoor adventures like a sneaker. My only concern is the lack of give in the back that may cause blisters on the back of the heel with prolonged walking. So far it is comfortable (haven't used it all that much) but may be improved by ability to adjust width fit as well as the length and possible more cushioning and elasticity in the posterior support.

Great day in water park and looking forward to sailing - I bought these after having knee pain from wearing old Teva-type action sandals to amusement parks w/my kids. I wore these for two solid days of Busch Gardens/Water Country USA and they were very comfortable and no pain. Plan to wear sailing this weekend. Great support, great in and out of water. They do look big on your foot, and there is a bump inside to get used to (by toes). Also, order a 1/2 size up as many have suggested.

Great cushioning and funky looks - I love the look of these shoes and they offer great support. My size experience was a bit different from others who posted here, though--I usually wear a 9 in a closed shoe and an 8 1/2 or a 9 in a sandal; these fit fine in a 9. I only gave four stars instead of five for comfort because they are a bit hot for a sandal--the synthetic soles make the bottoms of my feet sweaty, and they cover more of my foot than other sandals. On the other hand, I love that I can wear these kayaking!

Cool-but a bit hot! These shoes are extremely comfortable and cool looking. The downside is they are a bit hot in warm weather! I know this seems strange since they are so "open," but my feet never sweat, and they felt a bit clammy in these (perhaps because they are mostly rubber). A bit tough to pull on at first, but this wouldn't stop me from purchasing... Good for around town. For serious hiking they could become annoying––sticks, rocks, dirt, etc. can easily find their way into the shoe.

Keen Newport H2 - These shoes are exactly what I need for my everyday life of driving kids all over the place and for spending countless hours at sports fields. The colors are great and the shoe is as comfy as a sneaker, but way better looking. Zappos is the best. I have ordered several shoes from Zappos and they are at my doorstep 2 days later!! Bravo.

Sandals - At first glance I loved the way they looked off of my feet. However, when I put them on I felt like a duck. It took me awhile to get used to them as they felt wide and I didn't like the way the string stuck straight up. I wore them the first day and tucked the string under the laces. I really liked the way they felt and got used to the look. They are becoming popular in our area and really look cute on the kids. Overall, I like my new sandals, especially the fun color!

Keen - If you look at the multiple views, note on the side views the foot bed has what appears to be a imprint of a foot on it. The problem with this is it is an indentation and causes pain on my heel if I wear them for an extended period of time. Socks may help to prevent this but then what is the point of the shoe. They are very cute-but caused trouble for me on a five mile walk.

Keen Sandles - I like them, but I bought summer shoes in the winter; what was I thinking? I think I still need to wear them more to give an honest critique.

Keen - I have to wear these shoes with black soxs because the plastic sole makes my feet sweet too much and stinky. If you are okay with that, then go for it and buy them. other than that, I like that I can wear this sandel and feel like my toes are protected.

Fun and Functional - Worn with socks, these feel like a shoe. Without, they feel like a sandal. I like that they're lightweight. The lilac color is unusual and fun. I have not tested them on a long walk so I cannot vouch for their comfort. My only complaint is that they look really wide but don't feel too wide. I don't have a wide foot. Really nice shoes overall.

Not a glamorous look but comfortable and versatile- Very comfortable for walking the dog, walking on a treadmill, or lifting weights at the gym. Not suited for high impact activities, but great for casual exercising or casual wear. Funky looking. I would definitely try another pair of Keen shoes, this is my first pair.

Great - Comfy all around shoe -

My Fancy Smanchy Sandles - These shoes are so nice and comfortable, not to mention fashionable and so useful for walking, working and even hiking!!! My kids still think they are too odd looking for them to EVER wear... They really don't know what they are missing! I now own 4 pairs of Keens and probably won't ever buy any other shoe. Thank you Zappos for your excellent customer service....

fun and comfortable - These shoes started out comfortable and grow more so every time I wear them. I like the bright blue color I chose. They're fun to wear with pants or skirts. However! They are NOT cool. You can wear them in the water, but out of the water don't keep your feet as cool as a regular sandal.That surprised me.

Cool and functional shoe.

Cool blue Newport H2 - I love the cool blue color.I haven't used them yet on the water. The more that I wear them the more comfortable they are. Wow! Fast service from Zappos. The only down side of the H2 model is my feet get a little hot in them.