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Keen Portsmouth

Men's Footwear > Hiking BootsRated: ***** by 27 reviews.

Rock/Creek Outfitters

The Keen Portsmouth is a shoe that reminds us of the city that is its name-sake.  Classic, refined and clean while young and irreverant at the same time.  Keen's metatomical last shape provides broken-in comfort out of the box.  Made for urban adventures.

Features:

  • Anti-slip, oil resistant outsole
  • Classic wallabee lace design
  • Compression-molded EVA midsole
  • Leather and moisture-wicking synthetic lining
  • Non-marking carbon rubber
  • Patented toe protection
  • Removable multi-density metatomical footbed
  • Secure-fit leather achilles support
  • Semi-aggressive lugs
  • Water proof leather upper

Massey's Outfitters

Description

The Portsmouth reminds us of the city that is its name-sake: classic and refined while young and irreverent. Keen's metatomical shape provides broken-in comfort out of the box.
Features
  • Waterproof leather upper
  • Classic wallabee lace design
  • Leather and moisture- wicking textile lining

Zappos.com

Waterproof leather upper with Secure-fit leather Achilles support.
Classic Wallabee lace design.
Leather and moisture wicking synthetic lining.
Removable multi-density metatomical cushioning footbed.
Compression molded EVA midsole.
Anti-slip, oil-resistant outsole with semi-aggressive lugs.


Moosejaw

No description provided.

Lining:Leather, Synthetic
Upper:Leather
Weight:14.5 oz / 411 grams

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SizeColor
Bison
Bison
Smokey
Smokey
789.1089.10
889.1094.9595.0089.10
8.589.1095.0089.10
989.1095.0089.10
9.589.1094.9995.0089.10
1089.1094.9989.10
10.589.1094.952 More...89.10
1189.1094.9995.0089.10
11.589.1094.952 More...89.10
1289.1094.9589.10
1389.1089.10
1489.1089.10

Legend

  •     - Moosejaw
  •     - Zappos.com
  •     - Massey's Outfitters
  •     - Rock/Creek Outfitters

Keen Portsmouth Reviews Summary:

RatingNumber
of Reviews
*****19
****5
***1
**0
*2
To see how this product compares to others view Men's Hiking Boot Reviews.

Positive Reviews:

"Another Keen Hit"

Rating:*****
Same quality and comfort you can expect from any Keen product. Incredible arch support and shock control inside the shoe make it easy to wear all day, from just a wet fall morning to an adventurous day hike. Outer part of shoe is completely waterproof as described and great traction with the soles. The only thing I would recommend is that if you intend on wearing them during the winter, which I fully intend on doing, wear a heavier sock (wool would be my choice) because they do not hold in the heat too well.
Chris at Moosejaw on 10/05/2009
Rating:*****
Nice Shoes - My husband really likes these shoes. My son thinks his dad finally looks modern. A co-worker even complimented him! They look GREAT with jeans, and the waterproof leather allows him to clear light snow off the cars or shovel without worry. They run slightly larger than his other Keens, so he wears heavier socks with them. Great for winter - but in summer they would simply be too large. A 1/2 size smaller might have worked, but since he likes thick socks, we didn't exchange.
M C at Zappos.com on 01/07/2009
Rating:*****
Walking on pillows - I have completely flat feet but these shoes are soft, shock absorbent, and have good arch support. The wide toe box is fantastic. My only criticism is that the ties on these have to be pulled very tight for narrow feet not to slip in them, and then loosened if you want to be comfortable around the office. Ties like the Keen sandals, or gore, or some sort of adjustable system, would be great! Good walking shoes, though.
Sfrajett at Zappos.com on 05/22/2008
Rating:*****
On our seond pair of this shoe - My 20 year old son loves these shoes so much he asked me to order him another pair exactly the same. He likes the styling and they fit his wide foot. He also found them to be effectively waterproof during the Chicago winter. There is a similar Keen shoe with a seam on the top of the shoe and he dislikes that effect, so we were relieved that Portsmouth was still available.
Anonymous at Zappos.com on 10/12/2008
Rating:*****
Shazaam! When all of my medical colleagues are wearing Danskos, etc - I went with the Keens - multiple 30 hour days over 1.5 years now, and I'm wearing the same pair and urging all hospital employees to get a pair. My feet have never been happier, and have not bothered me one whit - nor my back when I'm wearing them. Not only a standard arch, but a comfortable transverse arch as well.
Anonymous at Zappos.com on 12/27/2008

"Most comfortable shoe I've ever owned."

Rating:*****
Fits true to size (maybe 1/2 size bigger in some cases). I got these in brown and wish black were in stock. I can wear these all day (10-14 hours) and my feet never hurt. Not possible with many other shoes. They are very comfortable and of course warm in the winter months. Might be hot later in the year as they are full leather. Best shoe I've ever owned.
Jill at Moosejaw on 03/11/2009
Rating:*****
Most comfortable shoes I've found - Sturdy, comfortable shoes. My previous pair lasted over 2 years of almost daily use in a work environment where I was on my feet 8-10 hours a day. At the end of those two years they were still comfortable without the need for new insoles. Before these shoes, I was always coming home with sore feet. Afterwards, I had no problems.
Ken at Zappos.com on 01/31/2009
Rating:*****
I recently purchased these shoes and am very pleased with them. I originally ordered them in a size 10 and they were a little large so I exchanged them for a 9.5. Excellent customer service was provided for this process and I received the new item the next day! I will definitely consider Zappos for my next shoe purchase.
Mark T at Zappos.com on 08/27/2009
Rating:****
A bit large - Great looking shoes - and quite comfortable. BUT, they run about 1/2 size large, so I shoulda' ordered an 11-1/2 rather than a 12. Have to use insoles and heavy socks to keep them from slipping on my heels. I have the "same" shoe in the slip-on style and it runs more true to size.
Ridearedhog at Zappos.com on 02/12/2008
Rating:*****
Great for work or casual wear - These shoes are really comfortable with outstanding arch support! I have two pair of Keen Austin's and these have been added primarily for work. These shoes are as comfortable as my Austins and look great at the office. As usual, Zappos' service was outstanding and delivered these shoes the next day.
Bob at Zappos.com on 11/17/2008

Negative Reviews:

Rating:*
I have owned two pairs of these shoes. They are some of the most comfortable shoes that I've ever worn. That being said, I wouldn't buy these shoes. I returned the first pair because the seam on side, towards the toe, split open after just a couple of months. They replaced the shoe and after just a couple of months the seam split again. This is the seam that you can see in the picture that slants up and down on the outside of the shoe. I kept wearing them because they were so comfortable even though I had a gaping hole in the side of my shoes. This is just a bad design. I love Keen but these shoes will not last.
Justin C at Zappos.com on 10/25/2009
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This shoe has worn well over the five months that I have worn it, with one exception. The so called "semi-aggressive" sole has hollow lugs! Yes, half of the depth of the lugs has worn down on one shoe and since, by design, they are hollow I now have a hole in the sole of my shoe. Close inspection shows that several other lugs are ready to wear through as well. The rest of the shoes have held up very well, but the soles have given up the ghost! For the price I would expect a better design, especially from Keen. From now on I'll just stick with their sandals and go back to Rockport or Clarks for shoes.
M Keever at Zappos.com on 08/30/2009

Neutral Reviews:

Rating:***
Pros and Cons - Pros: Good and unique looking shoe. Felt comfy enough right out of the box. Cons: NOT as comfy after spending time in them. Sole is hard, will go "click clack" as you walk on hard flooring. The piping trim on the earlier model didn't hold up. Verdict: I don't wear them anymore; I'm back to cushy walk DMX shoes.
Randymidd at Zappos.com on 01/25/2009