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Keen Targhee Mid

£95.00

LFTO rating rating is 2
Owners' rating rating is 2

A lightweight 3-season boot weighing 1040g (pair, size 11). Very wide, spacious forefoot and toe box; eVent waterproof lining; rubber toe bumper; reasonably stiff sole unit; fairly aggressive sole; low ankle cuff for extra comfort; superb comfort on easy terrain. However, toe box is not stiff and protective; other boots on the market provide more protection and support and they’re not as durable as a one-piece leather upper.

Verdict: A lightweight boot, best suited to easier paths.

 

First published in Trail magazine, April 2008

Users' Overall Rating rating is 2(1 review)

  • Comfortable travel boot but with serious quality problems

    RobS

    Doune , UK_Scotland

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    User's Overall Rating rating is 2

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    Performancerating is 4
    Build qualityrating is 1
    Value for moneyrating is 2

    I bought a pair of Keen Targhee Mids in REI, Los Angeles, 10 months ago after the boots I took out on an extended trip wore through the sole. The fit was spot on, broad fitting and comfortable and the inclusion of an eVent liner (I am a huge fan of this fabric) made them a winner for me. They were never exactly waterproof however, with leaks being evident between the sole unit and the upper of the boot. Water resistant would be a more realistic description of their performance. Grip wise I never had a problem and wore them up in the Ochil Hills and walking the dog in the glens where they performed reasonably well. The biggest problem however was that the lacing system failed after only 10 months use. One of the fabric loops that the laces run through was abraded through rendering the boots useless. I can accept that these systems are a compromise, but I would expect a lot more than 10 months use out of a pair of £95 boots. Overall I am disappointed with them, and can't see myself buying another pair of Keen boots in the future.

    (Written by: RobS)

    27 October 2008 18:20

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