Durable low-cut waterproof hiking shoe built with a glue-free KEEN.FUSION bond, KEEN.DRY waterproofing, Luftcell air-injected cushioning and a KEEN.RUGGED outsole designed for long-wearing trail traction.
WHAT MATTERS
KEEN.FUSION Bonded Construction
Glue-free upper-to-sole bond designed to resist delamination.
Luftcell Cushioning
Air-injected midsole designed to stay springy and resist compression.
KEEN.RUGGED Outsole
High-abrasion outsole platform designed for durable trail traction.
KEEN.DRY Waterproofing
Waterproof hiking-shoe construction for wet and muddy trail conditions.
PFAS-Free Construction
KEEN states that its footwear has been made without PFAS since 2018.
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THE SUPPORTIVE WATERPROOF HIKER FOR PEOPLE WHO VALUE TOUGHNESS OVER SPEED
The Targhee IV stays in the traditional hiking-shoe lane: protective, waterproof, supportive, and built around durable construction rather than a running-shoe feel. KEEN’s bonded construction, waterproof membrane, cushioning, and rugged outsole make it a strong fit for regular trail users who want a planted shoe and generous protective feel. Fast hikers who want lower weight and more responsiveness should choose a more athletic platform.
Best for regular day hiking where support, waterproofing, and protection matter more than speed.
Bonded construction is intended to reduce reliance on traditional glue-heavy assembly.
Rugged outsole and waterproofing suit mixed-weather trail use.
Tradeoff: The substantial platform is less nimble and athletic than modern fast-hiking shoes.
