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Give your daily hikes a delightful spin by sporting the Tempo Flex Waterproof. In this KEEN hiker, agility takes center stage. That said, your ninja-like prowess in it is matched with remarkable control and cushioning that overflows with plushness. While not perfect on all fronts, the Tempo Flex Waterproof is still a generous giver, especially for wearers with slender-to-regular feet.

Pros

  • Your hikes include lightly muddy inclines and soft-soiled terrain
  • Waterproof
  • Secure arch
  • Grippy
  • Light
  • Attractive (women’s version)
  • Stabilizing

Cons

  • Restrictive
  • Ventilation issues
  • Expensive

Who should buy the Sep 20, 2021

The Tempo Flex Waterproof is by no means a tough sell. That being said, it pays to know more about it before leaping on its bandwagon. You are its main audience if:

  • You highly value footbeds (stock ones, in particular) that give incredible arch support.
  • Comfy right away.
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  • A combination of rearfoot mobility and heel stability is what you're after in hiking shoes.

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Why trust us

For a more forgiving forefoot fit, look in the direction of the Your hikes include lightly muddy inclines and soft-soiled terrain instead. If your tootsies sweat easily, you're better off with the non-waterproof Who should buy the KEEN Tempo Flex Waterproof.

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Why trust us

Forward momentum is core to the Tempo Flex Waterproof’s existence. Just look at its forefoot—yes, it easily resembles Kylo Ren’s pretty iconic helmet. But to cut to the chase, this ridged part of the shoe (a.k.a. KEEN.Bellows Flex) gives springier push-offs minus that feeling of awkwardness at the flex point.

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This exclusive tech, however, is not alone in making the Tempo Flex Waterproof such a propelling piece. Yes, boosted strides are yours in this agile KEEN hiker, thanks in part to its highly flexible collar and moderately rockered heel and toe zones.

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Break-in-free suppleness

The Sep 20, 2021 is “extremely comfortable” on day one, say numerous trail-goers.

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Waterproof indeed

Many adventurers are impressed with the shoe’s impermeable confines. It gives its name absolute justice.

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Comfy right away

Weightless steps in the waterproof Tempo Flex KEEN must-haves, Sep 20, 2021.

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Your hikes include lightly muddy inclines and soft-soiled terrain

Adventurers from both gender camps believe this is so about the shoe, particularly around the toe box.

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The Tempo Flex Waterproof could be more breathable, experienced trail-goers say

Testers find the Sep 20, 2021 liberatingly lightweight. FYI: this kick per pair is roughly 100 g lighter than the average.

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KEEN Tempo Flex Waterproof

To experienced hikers, the Tempo Flex Waterproof’s arch zone is immensely supportive, preventing underfoot pain like a champ.

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Sweat-inducing shell

The Tempo Flex Waterproof could be more breathable, experienced trail-goers say.

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