Customer Reviews KEEN Targhee II Mid

FEEL GREAT! This is my third pair of Keens; I don't want to wear any other shoes. Through any type of weather... Look great with jeans. I ordered a little larger, can wear with any socks. Mid cut is just right for those days with snow.

Great Hiking Shoe - Great hiking shoe. I read what others' wrote, and ordered a half size larger and it was perfect. I was glad to see that many others were serious hikers and wore the shoes to many outings.

Great hiking shoe - Bought these for a trip to Park City, UT. Kept my feet very warm and dry while trudging through the snow. Wore them with thick/wool socks. Could have used a 1/2 size bigger, but they were comfortable right out from the box.

These are- or, were- indeed the best boots I ever owned. However... First, regarding the original Mid: After 8 mos. of moderate use the toecap on around the left little toe area started to separate from the leather. Surprised only one reviewer on this site mentioned a quality problem. Exchanged for Mid II’s and now I see several reviewers on other sites are having the same problem with the new model. Keen has a fantastic warranty, but of course I don't want to have to use it again. The original Mids were the coolest looking shoes on the block. It seems Keen lightened up the tongue area on the II's, and the overall effect is the kind of pinkish hue you get when you mix the whites and the coloreds in the laundry!

Perfect hiker - This shoe is perfect for my feet for hiking, but I actually wore it around town for the first few days. I need ankle support for my wobbly ankles that cause me untold back problems, and these do it without being too stiff like most hiking boots. They support on the front and sides, but have a big dip at the Achilles area so they don't rub. They are cute with jeans and I can't wait to take them on a hike in the woods. Also they are lightweight, which is an issue in the hot southern climate. I ordered an 8 to accommodate socks, but usually wear a 7 1/2. I don't understand the size issue with Keens, because they seem true to size.

Great boot! Great boots! This is my third pair of Keens and I love them!! No break in period-did order 1/2 size up to accommodate thicker socks for hiking. Love Zappos!!

Love my boots! I'm wearing them right now! They are comfortable right from the box. I went for a short walk/hike and had no blisters, rubbing or discomfort. I am very picky about my shoes - comfort is very important to me. Sizing was the biggest issue. I've never owned a shoe in size 8.5 (normally 7.5 - 8) so listen to others (and me) and order a bigger size than you think you need.

My normal 7.5 size fit me perfectly. COMFY shoes! I have no idea why so many people are saying they had to get bigger sizes, but my normal 7.5's in these shoes fit me like a GLOVE! I wear normal every day sports socks *shrugs*. These shoes were comfortable right out of the box. The low version of this shoe (not the mids) pinched me on the left side by the outside ankle, but that's probably just that pair. Regardless, these shoes will be great for the rain, ha, ha, ha, not that we've SEEN any rain here in Southern CA, but we can always prepare and hope. ;) As a side note, I had to return the Keen Portola because the 7.5 were huge on my feet. The 7.5 Keen Zoe I just got the other day fit me like a glove and I kept those.

Great boots - I love these boots! I normally wear a 7 in regular shoes, and I bought a 7.5 in these. They probably would fit better in an 8, so keep that in mind when buying. Otherwise they are super comfortable and definitely stylish.

Total satisfaction - I only knew to order a size larger than my Keen sandals because of an REI salesperson that knew what he was talking about and would have bought them there except they were out of stock and didn't know when they'd be in. So be sure of your size before you order. Love the toe room, can actually move my toes around without the shoe feeling loose. As with my Keen sandals, I forget I have shoes on! Very comfortable.

AMAZING BOOT!!! I love this boot! I wore it for the first time today in ice and snow and it was perfect. My feet stayed warm and dry, and I had great traction and ankle support. The styling is quite groovy and construction seems pretty good. Arch support is good. I did order a half size larger than usual (thanks to other reviews) and am very happy I did. If you need some day hikers, buy these!

Keens are great but difficult to size - This hiking shoe is extremely comfortable, easy to use with my orthodics. Maybe a little less ankle support than I would like for snowshoeing. I wear a size 8 shoe and had to go to a size 9.5 in Keens!

Great day hiker with good looks too! This shoe felt great right out of the box. With this shoe, like other Keens, I sized up 1/2 size. I broke them in the very same day with a four mile morning hike in the Blue Ridge Mountains. These shoes stood up to slippery mud, and were easy to clean afterwards. No blisters or pinching, and they're fairly lightweight. Good arch support, and the footbed keeps my feet and ankles really stable. My favorite features are the padded tongue that is quite breathable, and the lace grabbers at top that keep my laces totally secure so I don't have to over-compensate with double-knots. I haven't worn them on a very long day hike yet, but I feel confident they'll stand up to many more miles. They also look and feel great for casual wear with jeans.

Great day hiker with good looks too! This shoe felt great right out of the box. With this shoe, like other Keens, I sized up 1/2 size. I broke them in the very same day with a four mile morning hike in the Blue Ridge Mountains. These shoes stood up to slippery mud, and were easy to clean afterword. No blisters or pinching, and they're fairly lightweight. Good arch support, and the footbed keeps my feet and ankles really stable. My favorite features are the padded tongue that is quite breathable, and the lace grabbers at top that keep my laces totally secure so I don't have to over-compensate with double-knots. I haven't worn them on a very long day hike yet, but I feel confident they'll stand up to many more miles. They also look and feel great for casual wear with jeans.

Keen's Targhee Mid II - Love the color (Columbia - wine) and look of the boot. Ordered a half size bigger than I normally wear. Still too small so had to return and order a full size bigger and it just fits.

Love them boots! I have looked everywhere near me and no stores had any women’s hiking boots. I was apprehensive about ordering online but the free shipping thing kept me interested. Recently I visited a friend and he had these exact boots that I had been looking at Zappos and he said they were super comfortable right out of the box. I ordered them and they were. I absolutely love them. The hardest part was deciding on which color.

Gorgeous boots - The left foot had a bit of a problem at first but I think it's because my left foot is slightly longer than my right. It feels better now after a day or so of slight pain. Beautiful hiking boots though! This color stands out more than the other typical brown/black/camel colored hiking boots out there.

Fantastic boot! I've been looking for a boot for a long time that is so great. It's incredibly light, fits like a dream, gives great support, doesn't look too cloddy, and yet performs like a boot should. Love it!

Hiking Comfort - I hike every weekend and was in desperate need of a comfortable, functional hiking shoe. Being a Keen summer Newport fan, I tried the Keen Targhee. My husband also bought a pair and we took a 10 mile hike right after we received them. They were very comfortable and performed well against different terrain. We both purchased one full size larger as they run small.

Shudda ordered 1/2 size larger. I ordered these in my usual size and was disappointed that they felt a little short. I didn't want to return them since I was going camping and didn't have time to wait. I'm glad I kept them. They are perfect with thinner socks and my feet were never cold. Great grip and ankle support. Lots of reflective stuff to get you noticed at night. Comfy.

Great, but not your average Keen - These boots are great, no break in time. But my feet (which don't typically sweat) sweat a lot in these. Don't know if it's the lining or what. But then my toes get really cold. Aside from that (perhaps I'll get some wicking socks), they're very very comfy. I actually climbed a mountain wearing these suckers and they did beautifully.

Patagonia hikers - I bought these boots prior to a 2-week hiking trip in Patagonia. I don't think I could have been happier with their performance. The break-in period was quick & easy, the comfort level was high, and I had no problems at all during the long days of hiking in the mountains. Actually, in our group of 13, there were 3 of us with these boots. Thanks again, Keen!

Go anywhere boot - The comfort and support of a running shoe, with all the features of a full out winter boot. These are great they are really cushioned in the heel and forefoot, with just enough support for the ankle without feeling like your feet are locked up in prison. These are my pick for snow and slush.

Faulty shoe - I ordered a total of 4 pairs of this shoe and each one was faulty. With the first pair, there was a fold in the insole that made the shoe extremely painful to wear. I tried to flatten it hoping it would smooth into shape, but it was set where it was, so I tried ordering a different pair. This time, I ordered one of the same "mid II" and one of the regular Targhee (no ankle support- both had great reviews). I was very disappointed to receive both pairs with the same problem; both in the left shoe. I called customer service and they were very polite and helpful, they re-ordered the "Mid II" for me with a special note to double check the insole before shipping it, and I returned the other 2. The last pair arrived with the same problem, this time on the right side. Granted, had I kept the others I could have kept one from each box, but it didn't say much for the quality of Keen shoes. I have since bought, and been extremely happy with, my "Merrell Vibram" pair (very comfortable straight out of the box - got caught by a wave and proved that they truly are waterproof! My jeans were soaked and my socks were perfectly dry!). If you are planning to use your own insoles, this shoe might be OK, but it makes me wonder: what else is faulty that I might not be able to feel straight away? I wouldn't recommend Keens to any of my friends. As far as size goes, you'll need to order at least half a size up from your usual. Good luck!

Finally, a hiking boot that fits! First off: DO order 1/2 size larger. I usually take a 6 or 6 1/2, and take a 7 (with a thicker sock) in these. Love having comfortable, dry feet! As a bonus, these required no breaking in. Highly recommend.