camp footwear - keen kanyons

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camp footwear - keen kanyons

Postby flatfoot » Sun 18 Dec, 2011 10:43 am

I just picked up a pair of keen kanyons to use as camp footwear on multi-day trips.

They pack flat and will take much less space than the crocs I was using (hence they'll be in my pack rather than hanging outside).

I've got wide flat feet (surprise surprise) so they're a little uncomfortable but will be okay for short walks. I wouldn't want to walk all day in them. They've got good toe protection too :-) . My feet would slip on the soles of the crocs. I don't think these will have that problem.

I think they are light enough to for rocky creek crossings on day walks too.

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The crocs I had been using are a sandal style (that was discussed/pictured on these forums) and seems to have been discontinued. I can't find the thread where someone posted a photo of the particular crocs.
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Re: camp footwear - keen kanyons

Postby Bluegum Mic » Sun 18 Dec, 2011 8:06 pm

I have the ladies keen whispers which I love. They are very very comfy with good grip. My only gripe (and it doesn't bother me that much) is the enclosed toe collects little bits of bark/sand and it doesn't just fall out. You have to usually take them off to get it out.

Also love my new crocs. Im living in them this summer

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Re: camp footwear - keen kanyons

Postby Ent » Sun 18 Dec, 2011 11:01 pm

Good thread. More than a few take camp footwear with them. Being size 49 Euro the XXXL Crocs can be a space hog in a pack as I prefer to keep everything in my pack if I can. Tried a pair of beach footwear and while pack flat there is not enough cushioning in the sole. Still have not what I found for I am looking for in campwear yet. Crocs are the best I have come across yet.

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Re: camp footwear - keen kanyons

Postby Leppy » Wed 21 Dec, 2011 7:35 pm

I have been running these little balls of style.. $10 at Target and 270g for the two of them.... nice toe protection too

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Re: camp footwear - keen kanyons

Postby corvus » Wed 21 Dec, 2011 9:05 pm

Hey Leppy ,
Good post did not know that Target did fake Crocs bit expensive but eh!! Rivers have them on special for $4.99 till the end of the month.
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Re: camp footwear - keen kanyons

Postby Leppy » Wed 21 Dec, 2011 9:40 pm

Bugger, could have had some for my walking on hands trick too.
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