KEEN Women's Terradora 2 Mid Waterproof Hiking Boots

Product Information

Water Resistance: Keen reports that the boots are made waterproof without the use of PFCs (Perflourinated Chemicals), which are commonly used to provide water repellency on outdoor products. Keen, aware that these PFCs are suspected carcinogens, has switched to an "alternative chemistry" which they claim is safer, without sacrificing performance. This includes the use of Keen.Dry, a proprietary waterproof, breathable membrane that lets vapor out without letting water in. Waterproof boots are essential for spring hiking! There’s not too much in the way of protection for this fabric, just a modest toe bumper and PU strips which also add a bit of extra structure. As we’ve kind of already said, you’re not going to want to be wearing these over any terrain that’s especially rough. The walking platform is neutral and stable so feels very natural and the weight, at 1230g, isn’t bad at all considering the build quality and materials used.

I know hiking sandals aren’t for everyone, but I like wearing them in the summer, they’re a great asset to have in your outdoor gear cupboard and I do rate these ones very highly compared to others I’ve worn.

Materials

The EVA foot bed is removable; it has a solid arch support. EVA is an abbreviation for ethylene vinyl acetate. This rubber-like plastic material is used due to its cushioning and weight absorbing properties, durability, and heat and cold resistance. The Terradora's low-density EVA midsole caters to a woman's foot. The footbed is also reported to have an anti-odor function, by being infused with probiotic technology, designed to naturally break down odor from sweat "without heavy metals or hazardous chemicals." The liner here is Gore-Tex, which adds some wind protection as well as its main duty of fending off wetness, but of course there is a slight breathability penalty, as ever. The main star of the show is the trail-derived outsole, which offers a super-aggressive tread pattern and is made from a soft, grippy XF compound. It also features La Sportiva’s Trail Bite Heel, which is designed to improve downhill braking when moving fast. These lightweight and flexible boots feel as comfy to wear as your favourite trainers, and won't weigh you down even during long days on the trail. Despite their high flexibility, the Mid version of the Terradora II boots gives great support once fully laced up. Keen call their latest boots ‘hiking trainers’ following a trend towards lighter weight, more comfortable hiking footwear. They are purposefully soft and spongy to walk in, but still provide the support and protection you expect from a mid hiking boot.

Will you be using your boots for fair weather walks on gentle paths and therefore your most important criteria is to get the most comfortable walking boots you can find, or is your hill walking of the more challenging variety? Do you work outdoors in your boots? Then you'll need something with excellent durability. Do you go walking in winter with crampons? Then you'll need full waterproofing, a stiff, durable sole that can accept a walking crampon, and perhaps some insulation – but bear in mind that all these things add weight. Cushioning underfoot is well judged, with a little trail feel without any of the associated pain over long walks. The walking platform is quite neutral both in roll and energy from the sole, but these are still easy boots to walk in.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. So I predict that shallow stream crossings and short immersion in standing water won't get your feet wet in these Terradoras. Na svrchní materiál byla použita pevná, kvalitní, voděodolná textilie, která společně s membránou KEEN.DRY a PFC free impregnací dokonale ochrání vaše nohy i v deštivém počasí. Kvalitní podešev vás zároveň podrží v lehčím, nezpevněném terénu. Díky pevnější fixaci paty můžete pohodlně provádět i aktivní aerobní aktivity.