Reviews of Keen Targhee II Mid Hiking Boots - Men's

Keen Targhee II waterproof day hikers deliver tenacious traction, stability and comfort. Waterproofed nubuck leather and flexible nylon mesh uppers offer ample durability, flexibility and breathability for comfort on the go. Midheight cuff offers support to help protect ankles from... read more about Keen Targhee II Mid Hiking Boots - Men's

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Keen Targhee II Mid Hiking Boots - Men's

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By RickL33

from St Paul, Minnesota

About Me Casual/Recreational

5/11/2013

OK product w/ couple drawbacks

3.0

PROS

Lightweight
Dries Quickly
Comfortable
Ankle Support
Secure Fit
Durable

CONS

Tongue Is Too Short
Poor Traction

BEST USES

Comments:

My main beef is that the tongue's too short; the lace knot tends to jump over the tongue and serve no purpose. They're a bit slippery (I went down on ice or wet floors in them twice over the winter.) They're also a little squeezier than I expected. My feet are fatigued after wearing for long periods. On the plus side, they're hardy -- I've worn them all winter, haven't even worn them to hike yet. I would buy another pair of Keens but I would pay more attention to the tongue length.

By rr498

from Mountain View, CA

About Me Casual/Recreational

5/06/2013

Light and Grippy

4.0

PROS

Lightweight
Great Traction
Comfortable

CONS

BEST USES

Comments:

I bought this as a lighter weight alternative to my well-loved (but heavy) Vasque Wasatch boots. They feel as light as tennis shoes but give decent ankle support and great traction on wet rocks and logs. No blisters yet with several types of wool socks and pack weights up to 35lbs.

By rr498

from Mountain View, CA

About Me Casual/Recreational

5/06/2013

Light and Grippy

4.0

PROS

Lightweight
Great Traction

CONS

BEST USES

Comments:

I bought these as a lightweight alternative to my well-loved (but heavy) Vasque Wasatch boots. They feel as light as tennis-shoes but give decent ankle support and have great traction on wet rocks and logs. No blisters or problems yet with various types of terrain and pack weights up to 35lbs.

By IAT hiker

from East Troy, Wi

About Me Avid Adventurer

5/06/2013

great boot

4.0

PROS

Comfortable
Secure Fit
Great Traction
Ankle Support
Lightweight
Pronation Control
Durable

CONS

BEST USES

Hiking

Comments:

I have used these boots for several hikes ranging from 3 to 12 miles and I am impressed by how comfortable they were. Comfort right from day 1 with no for a break-in period.

By JPete92

from millis,ma

About Me Casual/Recreational

5/02/2013

Not too keen

3.0

PROS

Dries Quickly
Great Traction
Comfortable
Lightweight

CONS

Wears Out Quickly
Holds Odors

BEST USES

Boating
Climbing
Wading
At The Beach

Comments:

Used the product in the field for about 18 days working at a nursery. Wore fishing in the river. Waterproof, comfortable shoe. A little too squishy and the sole started peeling after 20 days. Returned them for some oboz sawtooth.. Perhaps I got a bad seed...I have only heard positives about keen and would buy another pair.

By highbob

from North Carolina Piedmont

About Me Avid Pet-walker, Casual/Recreational

4/25/2013

Great Boots, But ...

4.0

PROS

Secure Fit
Pronation Control
Comfortable

CONS

Wears Out Quickly
Not Sturdy Enough

BEST USES

Light Hiking
Casual wear

Comments:

I'm a fan of the Keen products, and I really wanted to like this boot. I bought the pair with my spring REI 20 percent off coupon, but returned them after further inspection in my own home. The boots are fine for light hiking and casual wear, but I wanted something a little more study, something that I could use as a work boot from time to time. I could have used them, but I didn't wish to clutter up my closet with more footwear that I didn't really need. I probably would have kept them had I not bought a pair of Oböz Sawtooth shoes just a month or so before. I might buy--and keep--another pair in the future.

By DavidAG

from Gainesville, VA

About Me Avid Adventurer

4/22/2013

Hurts my Outside Ankle

1.0

PROS

Lightweight
Great Traction

CONS

Uncomfortable

BEST USES

Flat Trails

Comments:

When I hike trails on the side of mountain and the trail is slanted, the boots cause terrible pain right above the ankle on both boots regardless of the sock.

By Zeekery

from Arlington, VA

About Me Avid Adventurer

4/21/2013

Solid, comfortable boots

5.0

PROS

Wide Footbox
Secure Fit
Ankle Support
Comfortable
Durable

CONS

BEST USES

Backpacking
Hiking

Comments:

Keen is one of the few brands I've found which (at least within their hiking shoes) have a wider footbox. I've had a pair of targhee ii's for about 5 years now which I've worn on hikes all over shenandoah, as well as out in yosemite, zion, grand canyon, sedona, and around tahoe. They're extremely durable and remain comfortable even once they begin to weather a bit. After a few long hikes in them they seem to really mold to your feet, if such a thing is possible. I've recommended these to a few friends who are more casual hikers, and they've liked them so far. I've also purchased a pair for my father recently, who now prefers them to his usual boots (think old-school super rigid heavy leather boot mind set previously..).

By DocR63

from Washington, D.C.

About Me Avid Adventurer

4/17/2013

Targhee II good, but slightly off target

4.0

PROS

Fairly Solid
Reasonably Priced
Wide Forefoot
Good support
Secure Lacing
Durable
Comfortable
Lightweight
Ankle Support

CONS

Half size too small
So So Traction
Too warm

BEST USES

Day hikes

Comments:

As an aging avid hiker, shoe fit has become critical. Over the years the feet have become wider and flatter and the body a bit less resilient. Nonetheless, I still hike and travel quite a bit. Since wearing out my last pair of hiking boots, I've been having trouble finding a pair which fits. With a size 13, 2E foot the selection is small and problematic. The Targhee's run a bit small (1/2) size so the only option was a 14. The boot fits a wide foot quite nicely both in the forefoot and instep. While the boot portion is a bit wide for my narrow legs/ankles, it still fits reasonably well (in contrast to other boots). The Targhee's offer very nice support for the ankles and foot and are rather cush. A short break in period is required (3-5 miles max) and they are good to go. The lacing is fairly secure with only one top cleat (another one would be nice to reduce lace slippage). In addition they are fairly light and seem well constructed. On the downside the boots are fairly warm and not that breathable. I guess they trade waterproofing for breathability? So far, they have remained waterproof after a month though the long term prospects are questionable. Also, the soles provide reasonably good stability but the traction is only fair and they don't perform well on wet rocks and severe trails (too much penetration). Overall, the Targhee's are a fairly good bet for day hikes though I doubt one would choose this shoe for a multi-day trail adventure. The longest hike I've done so far in these boots is 15 miles without any significant rubbing, blisters, etc. The biggest postitive is that they fit well for hard to fit wide feet (especially at the toe box) at a reasonable price point.

By juststeve

from Boulder, CO

About Me Casual/Recreational

4/05/2013

(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

Wear Out Very Quickly

2.0

PROS

Secure Fit
Wide toe box

CONS

Wears Out Quickly

BEST USES

Comments:

The soles wore out after 3 months of moderate use -- maybe 400 miles total.

By Kelli Belli

from Arvada, CO

About Me Casual/Recreational

4/04/2013

So Comfortable

5.0

PROS

Durable
Secure Fit
Comfortable

CONS

BEST USES

Climbing

Comments:

Best all purpose casual comfortable hiking boot

By Solar Darren

from Manchester NJ

About Me Hiker-30 To 50 Milesweek

4/04/2013

(1 of 1 customer found this review helpful)

Love these boots

5.0

PROS

Secure Fit
Lightweight
Little Or No Break-in
Durable
Comfortable
Great Traction

CONS

BEST USES

Hiking

Comments:

This is my second pair. I loved the first ones so much, after buying others I decided these would be my AT boots. To me what makes a great hiking boot is one that I never think about when I'm hiking, and these are those boots for me.

By arizona21

from West Orange, NJ

About Me Avid Adventurer

3/28/2013

Wonderfully Comfortable Hikers

4.0

PROS

Comfortable
Lightweight
Great Traction

CONS

Quality Control

BEST USES

Backpacking
Hiking

Comments:

These are probably the most comfortable hiking boots I have ever owned and I've owned many over the years. I purchased these as a lighter and more comfortable alternative to my Asolo Fugitive GTX for an upcoming Kilimanjaro ascent. Since I have a wide foot, I have often worn Keen low hikers. They generally tend to make a wider shoe. These are my first Keen boots and I basically couldn't be more satisfied so far. I say so far, for although I love the fit, comfort and customer support offered by Keen I do have some concerns about their quality control. I first purchased these boots about 4 weeks ago. After about 30 miles of hiking the lining in one of the boots seemed to separate causing uncomfortable pleats in the heal section. Since the shoes were only a couple of weeks old I exchanged them for another identical pair at my local REI. In the past I have had a problem with low Keen hikers and contacted Keen. They generously replaced the shoes not even asking for the defective ones to be returned. Customer service is great but hope on a long trip I'm not discovering another defect. They do run a bit small so best to try 1/2 size larger at least.

By Al the slacker

from San Francisco Pennisula

About Me Casual/Recreational

3/28/2013

Comfy

4.0

PROS

Ankle Support
Great Traction
Comfortable
Lightweight

CONS

BEST USES

Comments:

Very comfy, especially for my wider feet. I haven't used them alot, so don't know about durability yet.

By AtomFox

from Kennesaw, GA

About Me Avid Adventurer

3/19/2013

Great Boot

4.0

PROS

Great Traction
Ankle Support
Lightweight
Secure Fit
Comfortable

CONS

Wears Out Quickly
Poor Drainage

BEST USES

Hiking

Comments:

I love this boot a great deal. I'm on my second pair. The first pair had it's tread start to peel away from the main sole. However, I was hiking 6 miles 5 days a week for about 4 months. I'd say I got my money's worth! Being in GA, the waterproof part of this boot is a downside. It gets hot and humid, and in such an environment it's better to have something that can air out quickly. If I hiked more than 6 miles in the summer, I would need to change socks about halfway through.