Review on Waterproof Mid-Height Hiking Boot For Women - KEEN Targhee 2 by Dana Schmidt

Have just received these boots after having sent back a size 5.5 and 6.0 which didn't fit. I usually wear a US size 5.0 or 5.5 in a trainer on my UK size 3 foot. They were a bit short so have now gone up to a US size 6.5. They feel comfortable and supportive but so light. They are also a bit wider as well as longer but they do not feel loose and my heel stays put when walking so would seem to be a good fit. Will be wearing them to Nepal in October / November so will be able to give a better review after they've been used in the field. Certainly feel up to the job and don't feel like they need a major breaking in period.Update 17/11/11 post trekHave just returned from our Mardi Himal trek in the Annapurna region of Nepal.The right boot pressed a little on my right ankle, discovered before commencing the trek. A couple of pieces of moleskin around my bony prominence and the boots were so comfortable I only took them off to go to bed.The locking hook for the lace was a bonus as I broke a finger before the trek and would have had a problem doing the laces up properly without the hook.Were supportive around the ankles without restricting movement.Didn't actually wade through water but the boots got pretty wet going through forested areas and shallow streams and we scrubbed them in the shower at the end of the trek but they stayed dry inside.Grip seemed to be very good. Some slipping on the very smooth, wet rocks but I can't imagine any boot gripping that sort of surface.My husband also had a pair of these boots which he didn't bother breaking them in at all. Wore them for travelling and the trek, totally loves them. So sturdy, supportive and comfortable.We will buy the same if still available when we need replacements. As his were $99 to my $129 from Altrec were also good value for money.