(2025) My #1 hiking boot - Keen Nxis

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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
01:53 What I'm Look for in Hiking Boots
03:27 The Upper - It's Wet and Muddy
04:38 The Inside - It's Dry
06:57 The Midsole - It's squishy
09:26 Cut In Half - Any Hidden Secrets?
10:45 Why I like it

#keen #hikingboots #hiking #hike

[bencho]

Would love to see more hiking boot/shoe reviews. Hikers seem to be the best all around 1 boot option for both work and play. Salomon X Ultra 3 was amazing and I wish Salomon would bring them back

[stronglikemonkey]

I have tried a ton of hiking boots. I trashed my right ankle so I have to wear at least mids. After most of the major brands failed on me, I tried something different and have been pleased so far. It is a brand called Mishmi Takin. They are supposed to be made of high quality materials and feel that way. For lightweight waterproof model the Jampui is the one for me. For a mid-weight waterproof model it is the Kameng. Fairly unknown brand that my local outfitter started carrying. Love them so far. Would love to see you put both models through the ringer.

[rickbartley]

I’m wearing the KEEN men’s Pyrenees this year in damp/wet conditions and so far I’m enjoying them. They’re mid-height and fully gusseted leather. They are on the heavy side in a 13 but they provide good abrasion resistance and sole protection for me.

[dingus]

The only boots I've ever owned (that are available in Australia) that didn't need a break in period have been my Salomon Quest 4D Forces 2 that I use for medic work, absolutely love them

[casey.rob.]

I was looking for a boot just like this, and I bought them. This review aided in that process.

[mwilsington]

A killer trail shoe that has some pretty cool shoe tech is the Saucony Peregrine. They protect the under side of your foot but still give you the foam for comfort, and even come in a waterproof variety. You should check them out as a lightweight low drop trail shoe.

[ahill]

Based on several reviews, I went with the Salomon Ultra 4 GTX. They provide me pretty decent ankle support, while still being comfortable. Similar to the Keen's they have a Gore-Tex lining for waterproofness. One thing about Salomon is they started as a manufacturer of ski boots, and the Ultra 4 GTX has some of those elements in there providing lateral stability. They are very lightweight.

[warrior]

I would really like to see more Western oriented hunting boots like Crispi, Kennetrek, salewa, La Sportiva, Lowa, Hanwag, Scarpa etc featured. Even though some of these brands aren’t hunting brands given the landscape for the western hunter like yourself they’re used quite often. Thanks!

[tlove]

I love those boots. I bought them specifically for rainy days and easy hiking. And they fit the bill. I needed something waterproof for the rain and since I’m on my feet all day something comfortable. And for a bonus, hike on some local trails on the weekend.

[SusanBame]

You kind of made my day. I spent a little while on Amazon a few nights ago, looking for the right kind of boots to take me through a camping trip I'm planning to the Olympic National Park in a couple of weeks. I picked these, randomly. Thanks for the confirmation that I picked something good!

[christianfazari]

One boot I'd love to see you cut open from Keen is their Cincinnati model! Its probably one of their most popular work boots and a pair I personally own. Outside of their hefty weight, they're EXTREMELY comfortable, especially for a guy like me who stands on concrete for 8 hours a day and their build quality for the price is quite impressive (at least in my experience after owning them for almost a year at this point).

For a wedge-sole moc-toe work boot in its price range (around $300 CAD), I've always wondered what they look like on the inside and I'm happy you're looking at Keen. I really hope you get to a pair of Cincinnatis sometime in the future!

[hillbillyfromtheswamp]

I'm a big fan of keen. I had the Keen Pyraneese but the sole started delaminating after only 3 months of light use. I contacted them and they sent a code for a free replacement of my choosing on their website. So I ended up getting the Keen Targhee 2. These so far have been absolutely amazing but time will only tell. Keens warranty is hands down one of the best.

[schlooonginator]

Got a pair of LL Beans that are discontinued but are like the Alpine Trail leather model.
Like the above, they have a really cushy Eva midsole with tacky rubber outsole.
What stood out was that the fabric outer was almost seamless like some leather boots. Has a rubber rand at the toe. Has their own waterproof membrane plus primaloft insulation but never felt particularly too hot in the spring.
Very comfortable, all day wear.
I especially liked the seamless outer but it looks like the newer models have patches of nubuck for things to catch. The fabric is also coarse like these but didn't experience mud getting trapped.

[quixoticelixer]

Why don't you wear gaiters/puttees. they help a lot with stuff getting into your boot

[Sinrne]

I bought Salomon OUTPulse Mid GTXs last autumn just before we went to hike to Salla tunturi in Northern Finland. Walked on all kinds of terrain, wet, damp, rocks, mud and whatever. Never let a single drop of water in and Ive actually kept those as almost my daily shoes. Very comfortable, pretty nice looking (Orange) and wasnt that expensive either.

Ive had bad habits of going about in shitty shoes, so I usually get ancle pain and my shoes get torn from the heel. But so far nothing on Salomons. Dont care for brand favoritism, but if something works Im willing to give a second go to a company.

[andrewgoodner]

Please bring back the old format of your videos. The cut being shown AFTER you talk about the inside materials is killing me. Id much rather not see blurred images while you're actively explaining something. Dont get me wrong, I love your videos! Keep up the great work <3

I bought a pair of those boots after watching this video and I can't be happier with them. I'm used to wide toebox low or no drop skating sneakers. This is the closest to that feeling I've experienced in hiking boots. So comfortable.

[rob]

I have some White's that I've used for work for 8 years, but once they needed a rebuild, I bought some Keen Dovers and they've been great. I have the Keen Revel for my winter hikes in Colorado too. They make really nice boots for work or hiking.

[crtune]

I'd elect to get something like the Targhee. I have a very similar boot from Keen, which I have worn a lot of the time. I value the wide toe box for much the same reason that the Munson design was developed - the toes will splay out and widen during foot action during walking or running. The rest of the boot is more substantial so it PROTECTS my feet. Foot damage is really bad.

[deaneager]

I have a pair of these boots. They're supremely comfortable, however, in wet weather (which we get a lot of here in the UK) the grip is downright dangerous. There have been a few occasions where my feet have just completely gone from beneath me, so I'll only wear these in dry conditions now. And that means I rarely wear them, because in dry conditions I'd rather wear my Altra Olympus 5s.
Which left me searching for a lightweight, waterproof boot to wear in summer.
I had 2 pairs of Inov8 Roclite G400 GTX Pro v2, and both pairs leaked like sieves (sifters) after minimal wear.
Now I have a pair of Berghaus Deception Trail Gore-Tex boots, which have been fantastic so far: waterproof, comfortable, durable, lightweight, and the grip is ok in the wet (similar to Salomon boots, I'd say).