KEEN Men's Clearwater CNX Sandal

After reading the reviews, I bought 1 size larger than my Nike running shoe. Fits perfectly. I had narrow feet, so these tend to be wider, but fit is still great, as the laces can be cinched up. I use these as my primary hiking footwear. Sole doesnt have the grippiest traction pattern, but it hasnt been an issue. I dont climb lots of slick rock, but Ive done Vernal Falls at Yosemite, Paria Canyon, the Narrow at Zion, Great Falls in VA, Mt Baldy, and other smaller hikes in these with no problems. The only time these were a bad idea were in loose gravel that went up to my ankles -- wish I had some boots and gaiters for that one. These sandals are good for wet and dry conditions. I found them to be fine in rocky terrain, too -- I find the soles to be stiff enough, but I also weigh 150 lbs.

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Great shoe. Lightweight. Comfortable. Great for going from boat, to shore, to hiking, to water, etc. Dries quickly. Sturdy bottom to keep rocks from poking the bottom of your feet. Straps dont rub on your feet, even when wet. Took on a trip to the British Virgin Islands. Did great on the hikes. Didnt scuff the sailboat. Great grippage. I wish I had these when we went to Costa Rica. They would have been perfect. VERY happy with these shoes.

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After reading many reviews stating size came as expected, I ordered my regular size which is 10.5. This was too small as some of the other reviews had also suggested. I know now first hand that these are clearly a half-size too small. I immediately exchanged them for a size 11 which arrived 2 days later. Amazon is great!!! No hassle getting a fast exchange! Size 11 fits like a 10.5. My feet are very regular when it comes to sizing if that helps. As far as the shoes themselves, they are light weight and comfortable. They need a little breaking in but first impression is good. I have worn H2 sandals for several years and have always liked them. The H2 is a hardy shoe which provides ample confidence in tackling the outdoors. My first impression of the CNX is that it will be a better everyday shoe, but doesnt provide that immediate confidence in outdoor adventure like the H2 does. Im sure Ill test them out though!

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These are my second pair. I own 4 pair of the H2 model which I love too. But the CNX are lighter in weight and do the same job. I normally wear 12m but found out the 11.5m fix just as good.

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I am a many year Keens fan. Pretty much all my footwear besides dress, flips and running shoes are Keens. I wore their Kanyon sandal for years. They stopped making them. I liked them because they are sandal like but have a bullet proof sole on them. I hiked, biked, even used them for a light jog when I traveled and could not bring my running shoes. The sole on these is just too thin. Im in Paris walking on cobble stones and my feet are beat to crap. I have tough feet, go barefoot a lot and wear flips all the time. Just not the protection Im used to. They also run small. I wear a 9.5 Keens. Everyone I have, except these. These are 10 after I had to send back my 9.5s.

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