I have purchased several Keens as I am a hiker. The last Targhees I got were too stiff and caused pain in the shins when walking a lot. I just bought a pair of Revell III for the winter. Very comfortable like the Keens I liked but after a long walk, same problem, too stiff, too hard (waste of $200+). Unfortunately I will need to find a new brand of hiking shoe/boots. Oh yes, I bought some Keen shoes, Oakridge type a few years ago. TOO STIFF again, gave them away. You need to soften up! Thanks for the 10yr ride.

Suzanne

Montreal

I have had Keens for years as a farily avid hiker. I purchased these after my old Gypsum's started getting too worn. But these Targhee's did not feel as nice as I was hoping. They fit too large, felt sloppy, and the insole felt hard and thin. My Gypsums were a 6 so I ordered a 6.5. They were too long and wide. I may have been more satisfied with the 6 or even a 5.5. I still like Keen products and will hopefully find a better fitting hiker.

Shan

Calgary

Have had a pair for less than a year and the side of one boot broke open hiking in the mountains on holidays. They are comfortable with good ankle support so probably good for light hiking trips. Not made for serious hiking.

CanJan50

Ottawa

About 8 month ago I relocated from Florida to the mountains of Utah. I purchased these as a first timer. I tried on several different brands and styles of hiking shoes before decided on these. I have very sensitive toes and it is hard to find comfortable shoes to walk in, much less hike. These shoes were comfortable from the very first hike. There was no break in period what so ever. They really felt great from day one! Since buying them I have logged about 10 miles a week hiking in all types of terrain. These boots haven't let me down. I still love them and would buy them again.

Ellen

Park City, Utah

the Targhee II was such a comfortable spacious shoe. The "upgrade" Targhee II misses the point. The toe box is narrow and the fit feels quite different. All this in an attempt to "streamline" the shoe and perhaps make it look a little more fashionable. The Targhee II Was a favorite for those of use doing long distance walks needing space for toes and now our options are limited! Too bad... The Targhee IIIs just don't do it.

Rupert

Vancouver

I was thinking about buying another pair of Targhees but I'm really disappointed to see the bottom of the sole has changed with version III. This boot looks pretty flat on the bottom, which causes me knee and back pain. The original Targhee I's had a more aggressive/not flattish pattern on the bottom, and don't cause me any back pain whatsoever. I'm reluctant to buy them because I just don't have good luck with other Keens that have this flatter outsole.

dimac

Nova Scotia