KEEN Anchorage III Waterproof Boot review

Who should buy the KEEN Anchorage III Waterproof Boot

This Waterproof sneaker is a good match for you if:

• You want a shoe with slip-on functionality for easy slip on and off
• You prefer a shoe with low-top collar for ankle protection

Style of the KEEN Anchorage III Waterproof Boot

The KEEN Anchorage III Waterproof Cleat offers an all-season and all-occasion versatile style. Its classic leather upper looks good with either jeans or slacks, paired with t-shirts, shirts, or sweatshirts. For the winter season, the outfit can be completed with a jacket or coat. Its waterproof and insulated structure along with a snow-friendly sole makes it ideal for winter use.

Notable Features

The high-top KEEN Anchorage III Waterproof Cleat sports a smooth, full-grain nubuck leather upper that’s also waterproof. The EVA midsole is compression-molded, adding to the cushioning of the shoe. On the front and at the back of the ankle are KEEN label pull tabs. Also debossed near the heel is the KEEN logo.

Elastic material at the ankle helps in stretching the shoe to put the foot in and out easily. There are 4 mm lugs on the outsole, providing multi-directional traction.  This sneaker is available in two neutral colorways: black/raven and dark earth/mulch.  

History of the KEEN Anchorage III Waterproof Boot

American footwear brand KEEN was established in 2003 by Martin KEEN. The first shoe to come out of the brand boasted a distinctive thick black bumper on the toe. It became a highly favored sneaker among sailing enthusiasts and other outdoor adventurers. Since then, the company has been expanding at a very fast pace, producing casual and weatherized footwear, socks, clothes, and bags.

The brand is known for deftly combining weatherproof structures with stylish designs, creating shoes that are as functional as they are good-looking. As a result, KEEN’s outdoor-inspired casual kicks have been lauded everywhere, featuring classic styles that provide comfort, warmth, and other practical features.

Such shoes as the KEEN Anchorage III Waterproof Cleat pushes the brand forward in terms of innovation and style. The sneaker continues KEEN’s heritage in classic kicks that keep the wearer warm in inclement weather, combining functionality with a stylish appeal. It has the look of a traditional utility cleat but is updated for modern casual use for daily activities, fit for performing one’s routines in the cold season.