KEEN Rose review
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Learn moreVerdict from 2 experts & 100+ users
Pros
- Posh looks
- Versatile
- Protective yet minimalistic build
- Excellent arch support
- No break in required
- Quick-drying
- Superb traction
Cons
- Velcro straps come off fast
- Not adjustable ankle strap
- Tight ankle straps








79% say it's true to size.
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Who should buy KEEN Rose
This hiking sandal for women is ideal for light hikes and urban use. Recommended for ladies who:
- Favor a sandal with toe protection
- Go on summer hikes
Keen's rubber outsole
KEEN engineers opted for a non-marking rubber outsole with the Rose. Its surface is laden with wrinkly protrusions (a.k.a. lugs) that bite into uneven terrain for footing security.
It has an extension that goes all the way up to the tip of the hiking sandal’s forefoot section, safeguarding wearers from injury-causing frontal impacts.
Durable cushioning with support
Stability, cushioning, and shock absorption are all supplied by the Rose’s EVA midsole. EVA, or ethylene-vinyl acetate, makes this chunky layer not just comfortable but also durable and stress resistant. Encased within it is a TPU shank—a supplementary component that doubles down on support and stability.
Additional underfoot cushioning, on the other hand, is care of the sandal’s non-removable Metatomical footbed.
Light, quick-drying upper
The KEEN Rose’s webbing upper is both tough and quick drying as it is made of polyester. Making it more washer-friendly is its hydrophobic mesh lining.
Its synthetic ankle strap is made adjustable thanks to the stitched-on hook and loop fasteners.