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Pakistan, Islamabad
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Review on Waterproof Slip-On Hiking Boot For Men: KEEN Brixen by William Santos

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great Shoe But Needs Break In Period

Keen is a great shoe but I won't pay over $90 for it. I only buy these when they go on sale because they aren't a perfect shoe; they shouldn't be a $110 or more shoe.The first shoes I had were too loose. That was probably my fault as I wasn't sure how their sizes worked and I just guessed. The second pair I bought (byway of revain) was the next size lower and they were too tight.Okay, so why am I giving it five stars? These shoes need a break in period and will fit well after this break in period. Also, I spend a lot of time in south east Alaska and these are the best things to wear in the environment other than work boots.So if you can buy these under $90 and don't mind the break in period, then these will do just fine.As a side note to the break in period, some people get these wet and wear them around wet to help break them in. I get a knife and slit the stretchy material that is on either side of the tongue so the tongue does not dig into the top part of my foot. (I use the pedals all day long on a forklift and the stiff tongue will dig into my foot if I don't slit it.)

Pros
  • Wonderful shoe fit. Love them.
Cons
  • The shoe can be uncomfortable to wear for long periods