Growler Hiking Boot

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Keen Growler Hiking Boot - Men's

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.5 stars

(based on 10 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Great traction (8), Water resistant (8), Ankle support (4), Comfortable (4), Comfortable/no break-in (4)

Best Uses:

Cold weather (9), Everyday (6), Wet weather (5), Day hikes (4), Harsh terrain (3)

Describe Yourself:

Casual adventurer (5)

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Great boot with little exception

By Cybernex

from Moscow, Russia on 4/15/2009

Pros:

Ankle Support, Arch Support, Comfortable/No Break-In, Flexible, Sturdy/Durable, Very breathable, Warm, Water Resistant

Cons:

Bad behaviour on ice

Best Uses:

Cold Weather, Everyday, Light Loads, Long-Distance Hiking, Wet Conditions

Describe Yourself:

Casual/Recreational

Sizing:

Feels true to size, Feels true to size

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Keen Growler Hiking Boot - Men's:

Excellent boot. Best of snow boots I used to have. I live in Russia and I bought that boots that winter. Its breathes just perfectly. Very warm, I used to walk around only in t5hin cotton sock when it aws about -20C and I didnt get cold. eVENT membrane works perfectly.

But! BIG BUT! Very bad behaviour on ice. The sole doesnt grip on ice. Its said that those boots have a dual climate rubber but its not true.

One time I went on a walking trip with a heavy backpack and I slipped and slammed so hard on ice that almost broke my arm. Be careful - that boots ARENT FOR ICE!

Salomon does the ice gripping job way better.

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over the top boot name, but a good boot

By oneniteowl

from portland, ME on 3/5/2009

Pros:

Ankle Support, Comfortable/No Break-In, Flexible, Sturdy/Durable, Water Resistant

Best Uses:

Cold Weather, Day Hiking, Harsh Terrain, Wet Conditions

Describe Yourself:

Casual/Recreational

Sizing:

Feels true to size, Feels true to size

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Keen Growler Hiking Boot - Men's:

I liked this boot enough I bought a second pair. First pair from a different vendor last year, and still in excellent condition. I like the roomy toebox. It does keep my feet warm down to about 10 degrees F. Below that I need to wear Gator Tips neoprene toe warmers or Grabber Toe warmers. If it's very cold -10F I'll wear Grabber foot heaters. These are for easy walking or standing around. Fast hiking feet are warmer, so the foot heaters aren't necessary. The boot could use more of an arch for my type of foot, and I wish the heel was slightly narrower, but with thick sox it's okay. Traction is good, but on ice or hard packed snow from a passing snow plow makes for slick footing.

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Great all-around boot (for women too)

By satch95

from Franklin, NH on 1/31/2009

Pros:

Ankle Support, Arch Support, Comfortable/No Break-In, Flexible, Great Traction, Sturdy/Durable, Water Resistant

Best Uses:

Cold Weather, Day Hiking, Everyday, Harsh Terrain

Describe Yourself:

Casual/Recreational

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Keen Growler Hiking Boot - Men's:

I'm a 44 year old female and I prefer men's winter boots due to their sturdiness and extra width, not to mention less hideous colors in general. I have Keen sandals that are the most comfortable things going, so I decided to buy these Growlers after reading many reviews. They are replacing my almost 10-year old Columbia's which have finally worn out. First weekend I wore them ice fishing with my husband, and my feet did get cold, but I think that was due to not getting my feet up off the ice (ie on a bucket or boat cushion) for several hours. These are not pack boots, and my Columbia's wouldn't have been any better. The next weekend they kept my feet warm with the help of extra socks and Toasti-toes for an all-day snow softball tournament. Game time temp was -10 degrees. On my feet all day in the snow, but moving around, my feet were pretty warm, but a bit tight. I've been snowshoeing too through 30 inches of snow and just a medium pair of wool socks, no problem. These are lightweight enough that you don't feel like you are wearing clunky boots. They are fine with medium weight socks and everyday wear, but if you need to gear up and wear several layers, might want to get a 1/2 size up. I'm a women's 8-1/2 and I got a men's 7. A 7-1/2 might have let me wear heavy socks or 2 pairs without feeling a bit cramped, but then again, you really don't want a lot of air in your boots the rest of the time you wear them, so think about what you will use them for most of the time. I am extremely happy with these and look forward to going ice fishing again tomorrow, with a boat cushion to help out! If not, then a heavier insulated boot might be a better choice for the ice.

Service & Delivery comments:

The boots did arrive as specified and in good condition. I was hoping for a bit faster time but they met their 10 day window.

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Great All Around Boot

By Arturo, Outdoorsman

from Quechee, VT on 12/1/2008

Pros:

Ankle Support, Comfortable/No Break-In, Flexible, Great Traction, Water Resistant

Best Uses:

Cold Weather, Everyday, Harsh Terrain

Describe Yourself:

Avid Adventurer

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Keen Growler Hiking Boot - Men's:

Keen Shoes seem to vary in sizing. This boot was true to size. The light-weight materials that make this very comfortable out of the box probably won't last as long as a heavy work or hiking boot, but that is not what I use them for. The patented toe cap is great for protecting my toes during work.

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Great Shoes

By Shauna

from Charleston, SC on 9/8/2008

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Width:

Feels true to width

Pros:

Comfortable, Durable, Great Traction, Water Resistant

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

Cold weather, Day hikes, Wet Weather

Describe Yourself:

Casual Adventurer

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Keen Growler Hiking Boot - Men's:

We got these for when we go to Germany later this month, but my husband likes them so much he has been wearing them every day instead of his tennis shoes!!

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Great boots.

By jmvosu

from Granville, OH on 2/27/2008

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Width:

Feels true to width

Pros:

Comfortable, Good value, Great Traction

Cons:

A little Stiff

Best Uses:

Cold weather, Wet Weather

Describe Yourself:

Casual/ Recreational

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Keen Growler Hiking Boot - Men's:

I own 5 pair of Keens, but these are the heaviest duty of any. All are true to fit and wear well.

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Fantastic!!!

By Mic

from Spokane, WA. on 1/2/2008

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Width:

Feels true to width

Pros:

Comfortable, Feels great, Great Traction, Light, Stable, Warm, Water Resistant

Cons:

Don't know of any

Best Uses:

Backcountry, Cold weather, Day hikes, Everyday, Snowshoeing, Wet Weather

Describe Yourself:

Avid Adventurer

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Keen Growler Hiking Boot - Men's:

I absolutely love this boot. Never in my wildest dreams did I believe a winter boot could be THIS good.
With only a single pair of heavy wool hiking socks on, and a pair of knee high gaitors, I snowshoed at Silver mountain ID. in 14 degrees and below in windy, soft powdery conditions. The boot was flawless! I never felt cold, and my feet and socks were absolutely bone dry after two hours of exertion.

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very comfortable, very warm and light .

By dog walker

from Hebron CT on 12/23/2006

Comfort:

Warm

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Width:

Feels true to width

Pros:

Comfortable, Great Traction, Non-slip sole, Stable, Water Resistant

Best Uses:

Backcountry, Cold weather, Day hikes, Everyday, Wet Weather

Comments about Keen Growler Hiking Boot - Men's:

I have been hiking for a few days with them. If they hold up through the winter and are warm and dry in cold, snowy and wet conditions they are a great shoe to hike with.

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Felt great right out of the box.

By Photojx

from Los Alamos NM on 10/19/2006

Pros:

Durable

Cons:

None

Best Uses:

Everyday

Comments about Keen Growler Hiking Boot - Men's:

Keen has a way of hitting the mark on there products, this boot is right on.

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Solid shoe

By Maks

from Roanoke, VA on 10/18/2006

Comfort:

Cushioned Insole, loose and snug, Supple

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Width:

Feels too wide

Pros:

Durable, Great Traction, Water Resistant

Cons:

seams come apart

Best Uses:

Cold weather, Day hikes, Wet Weather

Comments about Keen Growler Hiking Boot - Men's:

I like the fit of Keens. This is the first hiking boot, fits loose, but comfortable. Great ankle support and very stable shoe. history of problems with the seems and where the plastic meet up.

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