KEEN Men's Tempo Flex Mid Wp-m Hiking Boot

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KEEN has always taken comfort seriously, so you know that when you choose a KEEN boot it’ll get you through the day with better support and less foot fatigue. Whether that means helping keep your feet dry when you’re slogging through slushy winter streets, or helping keep you supported when you’re bagging peaks in the heat of summer, KEEN women’s boots will do the job with style. I would recommend choosing the more robust and durable looking Ridge Flex boots for rougher and more mountainous terrain where you are more likely to face abrasion of the boots, both uppers and soles. For the likes of everyday hikers, like me, this sort of comparison would take some serious testing and analysing. So, we’ll just have to take Keen’s word for it! Their first outing was an 8-mile hike and they were a dream. I didn’t even wear them around the house before-hand. So if you’re after out-of-box comfort that actually does what it says on the box, then these are a winner. Grip

If any of the above resonates with you and your hiking needs, then the Keen Tempo Flex Hiking Boots are the perfect sneaker hiking boots that offer much more than just a comfortable and stylish boot for all your walking needs. Efficient hiking The removable insoles are treated with Eco Anti-Odour. These are pesticide-free for natural odour control. They offer a good amount of extra cushioning and a small, but adequate, amount of arch support too. Laces As with all of our boots and shoes, KEEN takes care to select premium leather and sole materials to ensure that your boots will go the distance. Our vulcanized slip-resistant rubber will keep you feeling planted on any terrain, and Leather Working Group (LWG) certified uppers ensure we use leathers from the most environmentally-friendly manufacturing practices.What if a hiking boot could move with you? Like really move with you. We took our proven hybrid hiker-trainer platform and added our new KEEN.BELLOWS FLEX technology for a men's waterproof, lightweight hiker that flexes where you do. Of course, waterproofing shouldn’t be reserved for the burliest trail boots. After all, city life can be just as demanding, especially in the winter. That’s why we have a selection of cozy, waterproof women’s boots in a variety of styles meant to elevate any outfit—even on the most dreary days. Certain KEEN Utility work boots offer safety features, such as aluminum or steel toe options, and electrical hazard (EH) resistant outsoles. For instance, our popular women's Seattle 6-inch boots featurea waterproof leather upper, lightweight aluminum toe, and 90-degree heel. The Detroit XT boot offers a steel toe with a lower profile for lighter-duty days. The KEEN Comfort Difference

However, my first day hike in them was supremely enjoyable and I really did feel like I was wearing sneakers or trail running shoes and not heavy and cumbersome hiking boots. Y’know what these hiking boots need – to be more like an accordion”. Said no-one ever. But, as it happens, that is exactly what outdoors footwear requires. Oregon-based brand Keen claims to have “created the most efficient hiking boot on the market” by adding an accordion-style TPU insert at the forefoot. Like the ridged bellows of an accordion, which expand and contract with the player’s musical manoeuvres, this TPU insert flexes with a hiker’s every step. The result is supposedly twofold: more energy efficient walking and a more durable boot. Secondly, this style of hiking boot is usually incredibly comfortable and lightweight. Excellent if you want to move fast on the trail but also a strong choice for those who may struggle with breaking in more traditional boots.Keen’s Tempo Flex boasts new technology from the brand in the form of something called Flex.Bellows. The upper has a series of four rubberised ridges or bellows where the toe meets the foot, which are designed to improve flexibility, and perhaps help ‘pop out’ or unflex the boot when straightening the foot. The effect is not something I can measure scientifically, and without everything else working well, new tech would not matter, but thankfully elsewhere there’s a seamless blend of comfort and function. However, my first day hike in them was supremely enjoyable and I really did feel like I was wearing sneakers or trail running shoes and not heavy and cumbersome hiking boots. Comfort Why bellows? Made from a proprietary TPU-based material, our flex technology is built to bend with an accordion-like design. We’ve added it to key friction points in two of our hikers: Ridge Flex, a rugged leather hiking boot built with the same comfort as our iconic Targhee, and Tempo Flex, our new light and fast hiker built on our more streamlined hiker-sneaker platform. Ridge Flex Hiking Boots I love how unnoticeably comfortable these boots are on the trail. They’re super lightweight and make me feel very nimble.

We’d certainly recommend trying these out before you buy (as with any boot), since although the Keen fit does suit a lot of people it won’t suit everyone – however, aside from this we have no reservations recommending the Ridge Flex as an excellent choice of hiking boot, whether hillwalking in the UK or trekking overseas. When flex-tested against similar boots in the hiking category, the Ridge Flex with KEEN.BELLOWS FLEX in the forefoot and heel required 60% less energy to bend, resulting in a more efficient stride that feels easier. Great for those who want to go farther. Available in men’s and women’s sizing as a waterproof hiking shoe or waterproof hiking boot. Tempo Flex Hiker Sneakers Key to a new collection of boots by KEEN is KEEN.BELLOWS FLEX technology. The brand says: “KEEN.BELLOWS FLEX requires less energy to bend, making each step feel easier.”

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KEEN are never the narrowest of fits but that doesn’t really affect performance and if you have a wide foot you’ll love the shape of the boot. What if every step in your hikers could feel easier? That’s the magic of KEEN.BELLOWS FLEX, our latest hiking boot technology that reduces the energy each step takes with built-in flex that bends where boots wear most. So which KEEN.BELLOWS FLEX boot or sneaker is best for you? “Happy (and Dry) Feet”

There were no surprises from the Ridge Flex during testing, with the fit and general feel of the boot being very familiar to us due to previous models that we’ve tested, such as the Targhee and Karraig. Although it’s a well-made boot that’ll stand up to rough trails and general abuse, the walking action is very easy due to the quite soft nature of the sole unit allied to the bellows flex feature. While we couldn’t put a precise number on the energy-saving properties of the bellows flex (let alone the 60% Keen claim) – we can confirm that the Ridge Flex feels light, comfortable and eminently capable of keeping your feet in good shape even after many hours of walking. Things we like about the boot include the well-padded ankle cuffs, which provide not just comfort but excellent support, especially when walking on uneven ground or going downhill. The midsole offers good cushioning, but not so much that you lose the feel of the terrain under foot. In terms of niggles, the only issue we’ve had so far was some slight fiddliness when lacing the boots up, as the top two pairs of eyelets are located very closely together. We suspect that the eyelets have been positioned as they are to allow a really secure fit of the boot’s ankle cuffs around the ankles, so despite it taking a second or two longer to tie the laces that we’d have liked (so impatient to get out on the trail as we are!), it’s definitely worth it for the extra secure fit you get as a result. FIT & COMFORT: Breathable textile upper with TPU overlays offers all-day comfort ; The removable, PU insole and injected EVA midsole for provides excellent arch support and lightweight feel; Speed-lace system for a comfortable snug fit; Contoured fit follows the foot’s contours for a more secure fit

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KEEN Women’s boots combine effortless style with high-tech features to take you from the trailhead to the office and everywhere in between. KEEN’s proven line of comfortable, supportive women’s hiking boots have pounded trails all over the world, and our versatile city-styled waterproof boots will become an instant staple in your fall and winter wardrobe. With KEEN’s signature quality materials and construction, your feet will be comfortable and dry no matter where your adventures take you. KEEN Women’s Waterproof Boots These boots are true to size, unlike the Keen Targhee shoes which come up big for their size. If you’re after the super spacious toe box usually associated with Keen footwear then you won’t get it with the Tempo Flex boots. They’re certainly not cramped or narrow, just not wide across the toe. What I love the most about the Keen Tempo Flex WP Hiking Boots The Bellows.Flex technology that features on the Ridge Flex and its sibling, the Tempo Flex, came as a result of Keen’s desire to make a boot that enables the user to use less energy when walking. Keen figured that quite a lot of energy is used when your heel lifts and the front of the boot flexes, and that over a period of a few hours this energy adds up considerably. Making the boot flex more easily at the forefoot would save a lot of this energy, but how to do it? And: “KEEN.BELLOWS FLEX hikers on average required 60% less energy to bend, contributing to increased efficiency and comfort with each step.”