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Overview

Who should buy the KEEN Whisper

KEEN’s Whisper is a sandal designed specifically for women, looking for sturdy lightweight sandals. It is a solid option for you if:

  • you need a great-feeling adventure shoe, providing ample traction, good stability, and lightweight cushioning
  • you need breathable fast-drying footgear perfect for summer hikes
  • you need a sandal for extreme paddling, including whitewater kayaking and rafting

KEEN Whisper lightweight

Grippy outsole

Giving the KEEN Whisper traction on rugged terrain and urban surfaces is its non-marking outsole. It’s a grippy, single-piece rubber that features multi-directional lugs and extends all the way to the upper’s forefoot zone, which acts as a protective barrier against forefoot injuries and toe bumps.

KEEN Whisper outsole

Gentle support in the KEEN Whisper

With its compression-molded Metatomical EVA midsole, the Whisper renders cushioning and stability at the same time. It runs thick, especially around the heel zone for added comfort, and comes with a TPU stability shank for extra support.

KEEN Whisper support

Odor control technology

The KEEN Whisper's insole is engineered with Cleansport NXT — a technology that fights odor on a micro-level. It is also textured for extra underfoot grip.

Breathable fast-drying upper 

The KEEN Whisper’s stitched upper is a combination of polyester and hydrophobic mesh materials that make the sandal breathable, lightweight, and washer-friendly. Breathability is also achieved through the upper’s numerous vent holes.

KEEN Whisper breathability

KEEN's extra secure fit

KEEN’s secure fit lace capture system is the footwear’s primary source of ankle lockdown. It makes lacing up a smooth experience, thanks to its elastic speed laces, loop eyelets, and an adjustable locking clip.

KEEN Whisper secure

On the back of the heel, the sandal comes with a pull tab for easy on and off. Reinforcing the forefoot zone of the Whisper, on the other hand, is a toe guard.

KEEN Whisper forefoot

Additional info

  • The KEEN Whisper may be machine washed with a small amount of detergent. Wash the footwear on a gentle cycle then air dry.

  • The brand engineers developed the Metatomical footbed which adapts to the anatomical design of the hiker’s foot. 

  • KEEN offers replacement laces that are available through their website. 

Facts / Specs

Weight: Women 247g
Use: Water hiking
Features: Closed toe / Lightweight / Antimicrobial, Breathable, Non-marking
Width: Normal
BRAND Brand: KEEN
Construction: Closed toe
Material: Rubber sole, Mesh upper / Fabric

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Author
Paul Ronto
Paul Ronto

Over the past 20 years, Paul has climbed, hiked, and run all over the world. He has summited peaks throughout the Americas, trekked through Africa, and tested his endurance in 24-hour trail races as well as 6 marathons. On average, he runs 30-50 miles a week in the foothills of Northern Colorado. His research is regularly cited in The New York Times, Washington Post, National Geographic, etc. On top of this, Paul is leading the running shoe lab where he cuts shoes apart and analyzes every detail of the shoes that you might buy.

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