1 / 5KEEN Newport H2 Kids’ Sandal
Kids: KEEN Newport H2 is a children’s sandal described with a protective toe design and features intended for walking on varied terrain. Customer feedback is favourable overall, though sizing and ease of putting them on are mixed.
At a glance
- Protective toe coverage is supported by customer reports of good toe protection.
- The listing describes a removable EVA insole and double-density EVA midsole.
- The listing describes a non-marking outsole with 4 mm multidirectional supports.
- Customer feedback mentions use for both land and water activities.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Customers report comfort on long hikes, including experiences without blisters.
- Customers describe the sandals as durable and protective, with good toe protection.
- Reported versatility includes land, lakes and rivers.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Brand | Keen |
|---|---|
| Model | Newport-110220 |
| Department | Men's |
| Upper | waterproof leather |
|---|---|
| Lining | hydrophobic mesh |
| Midsole | double density, complex thermocompressed EVA midsole |
| Insole | A removable EVA insole, metatomical adheres to the contours of the foot for adaptive locking |
| Closure | Secure Fit Lace Capture System |
| Outsole | a durable outsole, which does not mark and aggressively named that has a series of 4 mm multi-directional supports |
|---|---|
| Stability | ESS stability rod |
What to know before buying
- Sizing opinions are mixed, with some customers finding the sandals too narrow. Customers also disagree about how easy they are to put on, so use the supplied foot-measuring guidance and check the size chart before choosing.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Children needing a protective sandal for walking and outdoor activities.
- Buyers looking for one sandal reported as suitable for both land and water use.
Less suited to
- Shoppers who need confirmed sizing for a particularly narrow or wide foot without checking the size chart.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
83% 83% - 4 stars
11% 11% - 3 stars
2% 2% - 2 stars
1% 1% - 1 star
3% 3%
Customer feedback highlights comfort, durability and toe protection, with reports of comfortable long hikes and use on land and in water. These experiences suit the listing’s walking-sandal positioning, but do not establish performance for every child or surface. Sizing opinions are mixed, including reports that the sandals feel too narrow, and customers disagree about ease of putting them on. The aggregate rating distribution is mostly five-star, but ratings alone do not explain individual experiences.
Positive themes
- Customers report comfort, durability and good toe protection.
- Some customer feedback describes use for hikes as well as lakes and rivers.
Mixed feedback
- Opinions about sizing vary, with some finding the sandals too narrow.
- Feedback differs on how easy the sandals are to put on.
Frequently asked questions
Are these sandals suitable for both land and water activities?
Customer feedback describes use on land and in water, including lakes and rivers. The listing describes a hydrophobic mesh lining, but does not provide detailed water-use instructions.
How should I choose a size?
The manufacturer’s guidance says to trace both feet on paper, measure heel to toe and consult the size chart. Customer feedback on sizing is mixed, with some finding the sandals too narrow.
Are they easy for children to put on?
Customer feedback is mixed on ease of putting them on, so this may depend on the child and fit.
