XP: Need shoes for hiking & waterfalls in Maui

[jchokie79]

I was originally planning on wearing my running shoes to go on hiking trips but I know we'll want to go into water falls which wouldn't be feasible with running shoes. So I've started looking into Keens and the like. Are there any that serve the purpose, comfortable and easy on the eyes? TIA!

[wannabe]

I think keens are incredibly fugly, but they're likely your best bet.

[jchokie79]

Aug 7, 2012 22:08:24 GMT -5 wannabe said:

I think keens are incredibly fugly, but they're likely your best bet.

I agree 100% on the fugliness! I suppose in this case function wins over fashion.

BTW, I love your blog, have been a long time reader. And I freaking :heart: Hello Kitty. They make these collegiate ones now and I just got a Virginia Tech (my alma mater) HK! I'm planning on bringing her to Maui with me and taking daily pics of her at various locations. Cheesy but I love it!

[chicago]

Another Keens wearer. I don't wear them regularly, but for Hawaii and Costa Rica, they were my go-to's.

[mdgirl]

Love my Keens for hikes that go through water. And though fugly, they're pretty standard daily footwear here in Seattle. :-|

[dutchgirl678]

I love my Keens and don't think they're fugly . But then again I'm from Oregon where Keens are from, so that's how we roll. They are super comfortable and the best bet for hiking esp when water is involved.

[lauree1183]

I've got Tevas and really like them if you are looking for something other than Keens.

[wannabe]

Aug 7, 2012 22:17:32 GMT -5 jchokie79 said:

Aug 7, 2012 22:08:24 GMT -5 wannabe said:

I think keens are incredibly fugly, but they're likely your best bet.

I agree 100% on the fugliness! I suppose in this case function wins over fashion.

BTW, I love your blog, have been a long time reader. And I freaking Hello Kitty. They make these collegiate ones now and I just got a Virginia Tech (my alma mater) HK! I'm planning on bringing her to Maui with me and taking daily pics of her at various locations. Cheesy but I love it!

every word of your reply is freaking awesome. every. last. word.

[keweenawlove]

I agree with function over fashion. I love my Chacos for activities like this.

[justthetip]

Chaco's are the best! I think Keens are kinda fug too, but Chaco's look fine to me. Tevas bothered me if I hiked in them wet, but maybe it's just my feet. I totally recommend the toe strap Z2's if you go with them.