KEEN Unisex-Child Newport H2 Closed Toe Water Sandals

I have been buying these sandals for my boys for years. The last time I ordered it for my older son (a year ago), I accidentally bought the Seacamp instead of the Newport. When I received them, I thought they seemed weird, but just thought that they made the little kid sandals differently than the toddler sandals and didnt think much of it. My son wore those for over a year and they worked okay, but my kid has slightly wide feet, so they never fit as nicely as his old Newports. After a year, the webbing in the back fell apart on one shoe, so I came on Amazon to buy them again. This is when I realized I bought the wrong type of shoe last year. =) I decided to go back to the Newports because I like that the top has more protection (the material can support itself). Also, some people thought that the Seacamps are lighter due to the softer material, but I just weighed them (the same size) and the Newport is actually lighter. Between the two, I will stick with the Newport, but if you are looking for a softer shoe, then the Seacamp would be better. The webbing on the back of the Seacamps that fell apart after a year (which I think is reasonable amount of time considering my kids are hard on their shoes) is similar to the Newport, so Im not sure the Newports are hardier. I think, though, that part of the wear was from my son smooshing the back trying to get the sandal on, which would not happen with the Newports (because they stand up on their own), so there is a possibility that the Newports will last longer, but I have not tested this. Will let you know in a year. =)

Attractive summer shoes.

My kids basically wear only Keens all summer. They are great for hiking, playing in the creek/river, wearing to the park, basically anything outside. When they get exceptionally dirty or smelly I throw them in the washer with some towels, let them air dry, and they are good as new.

Excellent shoes for boating or water sports, they do run a hair on the small size so order a 1/2 size larger than usual.

My girls love these shoes and we call them summer sneakers. They can run and play in them all day and find them very comfortable. The only con to them is they make your feet stink. Pros are they are comfortable, protect the toes (they can usually were these on PE days at school) and the quality of these shoes is really good. We have been buying these shoes for many years.

An enjoyable summer investment that we buy for our grandson every year! Some years he hasnt outgrown a pair and these Keens have not worn out! Theyre roomy in the toe-box area, but fit snugly even on a slender medium-narrow foot. We go camping and its a perfect multipurpose a mountain hike /trip to the beach / go in the water / bicycle / go in a kayak, durable piece of footwear!

We are repeat Keen shoppers for the summer months when were out roaming about in the woods, creeks, hiking, and traveling. My son is 8 and these shoes work perfect as all day and everyday shoes.

Great shoes for active child.

Got a pair of these for my grand daughter- she loves them. They fit well and are easy for her to put on.

Well made. Runs small - size up. Cleans up well in washing machine. Great sturdy shoes for summer.