I had Keene's eVent hiking boots. After ONE trip in Utah's Escalante slot canyons the inner top linings began bunching at the toes and several outer seams were losing their stitching. I think this was Keene's first venture into backp[acking boots. They have a few things to learn about building durable boots.

Took 'em back to REI & got my money back. Went & bought a pair of Danner 453 GTX boots. After over 100 miles of backpacking in Yosemite and the Ruby Mountains of NV as well as hiking in S. NV I couldn't be happier.

I should say I do love my Keene sandals. Holding up very well so far (are those the Arroyos?). The Arroyos and other Keene sandals are actually based on thr ancient Roman Centurion sandal design, but with a rubber sole. Worked for them for hundreds of years.

Eric