Customer Reviews KEEN Targhee II Mid

Comfortable boot, but stiff and requires break in time. Wide toe box so toes can move.

Super comfortable, unfortunately I just thought they weren't quite my taste. If I were only going to wear them on camping trips, they'd be perfect. However, I was looking for a shoe that I could wear on my long walk to work and then not be too obtrusive throughout the day, and these are just a little to loud for my taste. In the photo they look like shoes that wouldn't really stick out much, but in real life the black toe part, and the fact that the laces go almost up to your toes, make them not extremely suitable for everyday wear. This review probably doesn't hold for most people's use of these shoes, I just wanted to point out that they are a little more garish in real life than they look in the photo. But absolutely one of the most comfortable pairs of shoes I've tried on out of the box!

I have a wide but small foot with narrower heel, basically 6 1/2-7 1/2 fits D or EE equal to W in most brands (La Canadienne) or sometimes WW. Or I stick with wide cut brands (Gentle Souls). This is my first Keen boot or sandal. I was looking for day hiker that was waterproof and fit, period. I used the consumer search site hiking boot research from I believe summer 2009 and tried on many styles and brands they found recommended including TNF, Garmont, Lowa, Merrill but all weren't wide enough except for the Keen Targhee II Mid. I've been on one hike with them and as a new hiker boots worked well on a medium level hike. I bought 7 1/2 which fits well and I adjust with socks and laces a bit. They look cute, too. I believe durability will be fine and when I wear them out in a few years, as those with hard to fit wide feet know, I'll just buy new pair because fit in the width is my biggest issue.

Wore my boots on a trip to Chicago. Boots were warm and comfy, but eventually felt cold inside after a minor snow shower. The laces of the boots frayed after 3 weeks of constant use. Had to email the warranty dept of Keen for replacement and they mailed me one. The boots are not waterproof, but is water repellent only to a certain degree. Overall comfort is 3.5 stars. Design is 4 stars.

These boots are waterproof and lightweight. We use them from the Rocky Mtns to the wetlands of NJ. We do not wade in streams, but we go through water. My son liked mine so much we got a pair for him. (His "waterproof" Merrells were comfortable, but they did not keep his feet dry and the seams broke open. They also looked beat up after a very short time.) These are comfortable boots for light to medium weight outings. I don’t know if I would use them or my ancient heavy duty leather hiking boots if I was going backpacking. I gave 4 stars overall because they are not inexpensive and my son has only used his for one season so I don’t know what their longevity will be, although I’ve used mine over the course of two years now.

These shoes have enough room for the bunion that was developing on my right foot. They have arch support. Regarding size, my foot measures a 6.5 and a size 6 in these fits perfectly. Oddly, the 6 in the low cut Targhee felt too large. I think the extra mass around the ankle being pulled around changes the feeling of the size... or else, the low cuts actually are bigger. These are good for walking, not for running, my laces are a bit shorter than most shoes would have them, but that hasn't been a big problem yet. They seem to be great for walking in the snow and rain.

This would be a comfortable boot, but unfortunately for me, it is not wide enough. I thought Keen shoes usually ran wide which is what other reviewers have said about them, but this one does not.

Targhee II Mid - This shoe has little or no arch support, unlike my other Keens. I love Keens in general - extremely durable and well constructed- but this is my least favorite Keen. A general improvement in all the Keen shoes would be to put the model name somewhere on the shoe; it can be impossible to replace a beloved worn-out pair with no reference in the shoe itself.

Keen Targhee II Mid - I ordered these shoes from Zappos last week and received them the next day (Zappos is awesome with shipping!). They usually run small and I found that a 9 felt perfect, even though I usually wear an 8-8.5. They felt extremely comfortable right out of the box and weren't stiff when I was walking around my apartment. I did end up returning them though because I found that just walking around my apartment, they made my feet sweat like crazy. They do have Keen’ss form of GTX, eVent, but it didn't seem to let my feet breath at all. I'm sure these shoes would be great on the trail on a cold day, but I think they would be a little much for summer days and desert hiking.

Not totally sold - I love the look of these shoes and had tried them on in a local shoe store before having my husband purchase them as a Christmas present for me. However, I can't wear them long without the inside part of the shoe cutting into my foot right below the ankles and extending around to the back of the foot above the heel area. It can be painful and prevents me from fully tying the shoe. So, needless to say, I haven't gotten much of any wear out of them since the holidays, which is disappointing to say the least given how great I initially thought they were. I was hoping to wear them hiking but I don't see that as a possibility. Meanwhile, I'm not looking forward to telling my poor husband this news...

I love this shoe! I have plantar fasciitis, so I've been searching for a shoe that is supportive and not too ugly that I can wear both on my power walks in the snowy, wet Chicago weather, and as every day casual shoes. These fit the bill perfectly!

Great boots as far as comfort and grip. Wore them a total of 40hrs and they started to fall apart, stitching coming apart. Thinking about returning to try another pair because they were great to hike in.

Keens used to be the best because of the wide toe box. I don't know why they changed it but it makes me want to cry, they ruined what made them great.

I’ve lost count on how many of these shoes I’ve owned in the last three years. Part of the year I work outdoors doing heavy hiking, no trails, 4 days a week. They are very comfortable but they don’t last long. I typically buy between 1-3 pairs a year because the sole of the shoe does not last. The soft foamy portion chunks out easily and then the hard rubber begins to flap. I’ve had my most recent pair for three weeks of field work and have already lost a big chunk. I’ve tried other boots but Keen seems to be the only shoe that accommodates my long toes without any crushing or pain. They are very comfortable especially for people with long/wide toes but are not well suited for heavy off trail hiking.

This boot was narrow. I have short, fat feet. A 5 normally leaves me extra room. The 5 was so narrow at my toes that my toes went numb even with the smartwool ultra light hiking sock. I returned them and was concerned that even going up a half a size would not give me enough width. Definitely go up a 1/2 size and if you have wide feet, try another style.

I spent a great deal of time tying these shoes. No matter how I laced them, they would untie. I don't think they ever made it over 75 feet without being retied. It was very annoying and since they were loose (or untied) so frequently, they keeled over and didn't wear well. Replace the laces straight away. The foot you save will be your own.

I have had these boots for about a year now. The review that said the sole does not grip wet surfaces adequately was right on - these boots are very very poor on wet rocks or other slick surfaces. I've hiked for many more years than I care to admit and for hiking these boots are just not adequate. They are comfortable and good looking and fine for walking on a flat trail or the sidewalk but that's about it. These are my second Keen shoe and my last. My experience with the "Whisper" sandals was similar - good looking, comfortable, but worthless off of a sidewalk and certainly not suitable for "adventures anywhere from hidden coves to rushing rivers."

I've owned a few pairs of Keens over the years for everyday use and for use as hiking boots. I would absolutely not recommend Keen for hiking, or really any intense outdoor use. My experience has been that after the second season - the boot falls apart. I'm fairly active - I walk a lot and hike a lot, but my Keens have consistently fallen apart - come apart at the seems mostly - about half way through my second season. If you are looking for a shoe that you can beat up and will last, keep looking. Otherwise you will be buying an new hiking boot before you know it.

I have been a true blue KEEN customer for years and years...however, lately their product is failing...these particular boots lasted 2 years...then completely split apart on the sides...now they leak of course and the "waterproof" brand is worthless, not to mention my foot hanging out..need to change brands I guess, as the sandals I once loved are now really inferior quality as well...sad to see Keens drop in quality.

TERRIBLE tread! These are cute and comfy, so I thought they'd be okay hiking, but I could not stop sliding on wet rock. No one else that I was with had trouble, and my old boots never gave me trouble on the same trail. The tongue is also not wide enough to adequately cover your ankle. I'm so disappointed. I now have these boots and I'll never wear them again. I was shocked and very unnerved at how terrible the tread is on these boots.

I just got these boots and went for a 6 mile hike. Inside the metro station I was sliding on the wet floor. The grip was fine on a wet boardwalk, and fine on a little snow on a packed dirt trail. But yes, I'm not keeping them because it's ridiculous if I can't wear them to get to the trail head. Too bad, the fit was excellent with half size up!

Manufacturing Defects Galore - I am very sad. I purchased this boot for my wife for Christmas, but after 4 attempts to obtain a pair without manufacturing defects, we both gave up. She loved the look and with each order, one boot was fine. The boot without defects was very comfortable, but with each of the 4 orders, the 2nd boot had a serious defect - either the padding at the ankle was knotted (x2) or the footbed had a large lump in the heel (x2). We both love the other Keens we have and I purchased these in particular because the Keen footbed fits the shape of her foot very well. We are both terribly disappointed.

Love these!! My 2nd pair. Thrilled Keen hasn’t changed a thing. Fit and style just like my first pair. Can’t wait to wear them out, too!

Purchased for my wife’s Birthday. She wears a 7 1/2 shoe size. The 7 1/2 boot size was a perfect fit. These boots are true to size.