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Combining the greatest features from sneakers and sandals, KEEN has been building shoes to solve problems since 2003. Before founding KEEN Footwear, Martin Keen was an avid sailor. While sailing, Martin grew tired of stubbing his toe while working on his sailboat in the slim and stylish sandals of the time. 

Martin set out to solve this problem by creating his own rugged outdoor sandal. He used designs focused on real foot shapes and a widened toe box for more room and comfort. Soon he added a rubber-capped front for added toe protection, and an aggressive rubber sole for slip-resistance. His new shoe remained light and breathable, with added bungee laces and top sandal straps for easy on and off. 

Martins new shoe was a revolutionary hybrid offering the protection and versatility of a sneaker and the breathability and water resistance of a sandal. This first pair of shoes he named the KEEN Newport water shoe, and it was an instant success that remains popular today. 

In the decades since that first shoe, KEEN has continued to innovate and push boundaries with revolutionary new hiking shoes and boots, open toed outdoor sandals, durable work boots, and a full line of childrens shoes. Additionally, KEEN makes a wide range of comfortable indoor shoes such as slides, slippers, lace-ups, casual boots, and more that make fit perfectly in any office, school, or nurses workplace.

KEEN has become particularly well-known for their shoes designed to never need a break in period. All KEEN shoes are built with unique footbed contours that make the shoe immediately comfortable while also keeping your foot in place. The KEEN midsole and outsole are designed to create an amazing base for stability and have a perfect balance between being both firm and giving at the same time. KEEN has amazing footwear for any season, any place, and any adventure.

At OutlandUSA.com we love KEEN and own many pairs ourselves. We choose to wear KEEN because its hard to beat their style, durability, breathability, and comfortable fit. Some of our favorites are the Mens Targhee II, Womens Newport H2, and Womens Terradora II. If you have questions about sizing, see our FAQs and sizing chart below.