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Keen Gunnison Shoe : Worth Saving
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If my house was on fire and I only had time to grab one pair of shoes, I'd save my Keen Gunnison trail shoes.
It's not that I don't love my (much more expensive) Donald Pliner pumps and Taryn Rose mules, but none of those fancy shoes, or any of my other outdoor shoes, for that matter, feel as good on my feet, day after day, hike after hike, as my Gunnisons do.
Once again, Keen has made a lightweight trail shoe that's also supportive, shanked, and stable. The soles are thick, with serious treads for trails and wet pavement. Keen does an excellent job of making soles that feel both cushioned and stable. There's just enough give in the forefoot for the flexibility I need, but enough firmness to protect and support the ball of my foot through every step.
I love the lacing system, which is integrated into the shoe design, and lays flat across the top of my foot. Too many outdoor shoes have metal grommets or hard plastic hooks that dig into my feet when I lace them up. My Gunnisons fit like a glove and have the requisite Keen protective toe bumper. Also, removable footbeds so people with orthotics have some fit options.
The Gunnison's are available in men's and women's sizes, in three colors. I prefer the black version because I can wear them around town with jeans, and they look like fancy tennis shoes.
Bottom Line: I have walked miles and miles in these shoes, and I intend to walk many, many more in them.--E.D. (Jan 07)
Price: $95 (on sale for $84.99 at Online shoes...click on link below.)
Manufacturer's Site: www.keenfootwear.com
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