KEEN Voyageur Hiking Shoe – Men’s

We’ve read the reviews across the web for the KEEN Voyageur Hiking Shoe – Men’s and summarize the results below:

Universal Ranking

PeakScore: 79 (out of 100)
User Rating: 4.3 stars 
Expert Rating: 3.1 stars

Number of Ratings Reviewed: 1567

Pros & Cons

Reasons to buy:

User Reviews

  • Curved edges of the sole around the arch of your foot to provide snug fit and support.
  • Adequate support.
  • Stiff sole for stability.
  • Plenty of padding for added comfort.
  • Proficient traction on most surfaces.
  • Short break-in period.
  • Ideal fit for wide feet.

Expert Reviews

  • Outer sole of the new model is more streamlined and less bulky than the original.
  • Leather and mesh upper, a dual density EVA mid sole, and rubber sole with 4 mm lugs provide weather-resistance and stability.
  • 4 mm multi-directional lugs on the sole provide good traction on moderately technical terrain.
  • When hiking in dry climates, a non-waterproof shoe is more breathable.
  • Extra rubber on the toe holds up and withstands wear-and-tear.
  • Offers support in the heel area.
  • Upper is made of environmentally preferred premium leather.

Reasons NOT to buy:

User Reviews

  • Cheap make of shoe in some reports.
  • Top loop for the lace is not very durable.
  • Breathability is not the best.
  • Some reports of the tongue not laying flat on top of the laces.
  • Toe box is narrower than previous models, which may not suit some.
  • Many reports of sole needing replacement after a few months of use.

Expert Reviews

  • Minimal padding underfoot.
  • Doesn’t work as well for narrow-footed hikers.
  • Hot spot issues under big toes if you have narrow feet.
  • Lack of arch support decreases lateral stability of the shoe.
  • If your foot is submerged, the shoe will soak-through quickly.
  • The EVA midsole is the first part of the shoe to wear-out.
  • Reports of the fit being too small for many users.
  • Some users not happy with the color choices and discrepancies on the website.
  • The stitching and eyelets deteriorate after a short period of time in some cases.

Summary:

The KEEN Voyageur Hiking Shoe for men is a nice hiking shoe due its breathability, short break-in period, and adequate traction. This shoe won’t hold up forever, but it should be comfortable for those with a medium-to-wide foot.

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Note: User and expert rankings were reviewed across the web, including here: 1, 2, 3, 4.