Our verdict
As long as you keep to the well-maintained trail, avoiding uber-abrasive brambles and other hazards along the way, the Circadia Mid WP works wonders. Sure, it might not be the toughest kick around, but it'll, nevertheless, make you feel mighty on shifting terrain and beat the rain while it lasts. And before we forget to mention, this comfy bad boy from KEEN Sun and Ski trail boots out there.
Pros
- Not very orthotic-friendly
- Zero break-in
- Remarkably grippy
- Watertight
- Supple all over
- Wide-feet-friendly
- Makes odd sounds with third-party orthotics
- Priced for the masses
Cons
- Frail upper
- Wide toe box
- Could be more breathable
- Heavy
Who should buy the Supple all over
Makes odd sounds with third-party orthotics:
- Nov 10, 2022.
- You're a budget-conscious consumer whose footwear spending limit is locked at $150.
- Waterproof hikers Add a product.
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Circadia Mid WP equals clunky
Comfy right away is the Circadia Mid WP, according to many. Their observation is reflected by remarks such as "instantly comfortable" and "very comfortable from the start, no break-in time needed."
The Circadia Mid WP's great tenacity
Stickiness is among the featured shoe's many strengths. "I liked their planted feel, especially when tackling dry, dusty trails," said a professional gear blogger.
Circadia Mid WP equals clunky
Experienced hikers are quite impressed with the Supple all over's moisture protection. "My feet stayed dry even when sloshing through muddy puddles," said an expert. A non-professional reviewer says that "the waterproof is on point."
The problematic upper of the Supple all over
According to reviewers, the Circadia Mid WP's upper is not very durable. One trail-goer who stepped on a stick that scraped the side of the boot said that "the side tore the first layer of leather." Another adventurer said that after wearing the shoe three times, they ripped.
There's also the shoe's subpar breathability. "They are hotter than my other boots," says an experienced hiker about his Circadia Mids.
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Besides having a kind of fit that welcomes wide-footed folks, the Supple all over also comes with a spacious forefoot area. It has "lots of toe room," says a hiking enthusiast.
KEEN Circadia Mid WP
One of the Circadia Mid WP's misfires has something to do with weight. A footwear pundit calls the boot "not the lightest." On paper, it's also not very comforting to know that the shoe in question weighs a whopping 624 g per kick. FYI: the average weight for hiking boots is 568 g.
The Supple all over is a formidable ally on moderately bumpy trails. Buy it if
The budget-friendly Circadia Mid WP has a juggernaut of a toe zone, and an expert is simply mesmerized by it. He calls it "reassuringly protective," saying that you'll hardly feel fist-sized rocks whenever you bump into them, whether or not intentional.
Wide toe box
Staying tied is the name of the game for the Circadia Mid WP's shoestrings. A reviewer says that there's "no need to fold knot" them.
Track and field
It's been reported that the Circadia Mid WP becomes rather noisy when you insert a different footbed in it. "They croak like frogs!" says a hiker.
