Keen Women's Whisper Sandal

Love, love, love!
April 11, 2012

I am in love with my Keen Whispers. This is my second pair, but the first I have ordered from Altrec. Because I wear a size 11 it is not always easy to find comfortable, durable and affordable shoes. These fit the bill! Love the fact that I can put them on for the first time and wear them all day with no discomfort. I will order from Altrec again. The service was so fast....4 days from order to delivery and I ordered on a holiday weekend. Thank you Altrec and Keen for great shoes and great service!

1st pair of Keens
April 06, 2012

I just purchased the keen whisper and I am so pleased. I wasn't sure about paying so much for a sandal, but they are worth every penny! I had to exchange for a bigger size, but they are perfect for all the camping, biking and hiking my families loves to do.

OMG - I now know the comfort & function of Keen!
April 03, 2012

This is the most amazing sandal I've ever worn. It feels fantastic! It looks fantastic! It IS fantastic! And I will forever be a fan of the Keen product line. The Brendal color goes with everything. The sandal preformes better than I ever expected. They are user friendly - trails, streets, beach. Never expected to get it all in a light-weight sandal. Not near as heavy or bulky as the Newport. Definitely more stylish, but also functional. Great product. Not near as heavy or bulky as the Newport. Definitely more stylish, but also functional. Great product. Also found that the toe box is quite forgiving - and large enough for problem feet. I'm 6'6" and 118 lbs. Purchased a 9 (generally I'm 8 1/2) Found it wasn't necessary to go up the half-size...for this runs pretty true to size. With Altrec's return ease, this exchange was easy. Thank you Altrec!

Hooked
March 14, 2012

The young lady who helped me was wonderful and the shoe fit exactly to size. I am hooked. I am wearing them on Friday and will tell everyone that ask where to buy them. I hope to shop more often and get lucky on the sales for my little granddaughter I am raising and myself.

Nimble
March 14, 2012

Whisper is the lighter partner to my beloved Keen Newports, considering I have more narrow feet; the Whisper is definitely a more narrow fit. I walked seven miles the fist day, no rubbing, very supportive, not as wide as the Newport and therefore "lighter" and more "nimble". I will still opt for my Newports in more extreme terrains or where I want a wider base (more ducky). This is a great looking shoe, especially if you tend to wander near water. I purchased the Brindle color, goes with everything. Absolutely love these shoes!!!

Great Keen quality but too narrow for my foot!
February 10, 2012

The Keen Whisper is made with the same great quality of any Keen product I have owned but this style is just too narrow for my foot. I purchased them for their lightness (for backpacking) and their durability for river crossings and they worked great for that but my foot kept slipping out the back because they were too narrow.

great all year round
January 30, 2012

These shoes are so comfortable. I have never owned a pair of keens before and they did not need any break in time to wear all day walking around. I will be keeping them for a long time.

Great shoes
January 27, 2012

I love keen sandals, the Whispers are especially nice. I got the beet red color and it is awesome. I do order 1/2 a size up when I order keen sandals though. They are worth the money if you can find them on sale.

they worked in Patagonia
November 08, 2011

I used them for sea kayaking, hiking and living for a week on the gulf beaches and did not blister until 6 days into the trip. Lightweight, comfortable and versatile. They do pick up stones, of course!

different fit
November 04, 2011

If you are used to the original Keen sandals you might have the problem I did with the whisperers. They look nice, but are narrower and do not have the same footbed with arch support. I wear my Keens everywhere! I am a water person and need my traditional fit Newport and Venice sandals to keep me feeling ready and fit. As soon as I put on the Whisperer I was dissapointed in the arches and width.

Confortable Sandal
September 19, 2011

Great color, great fit. Just spent a week walking San Francisco in my new Whisper sandals, and not a blister to show for it! The sandals slip off so easily after a long day out and about.

Decent Purchase
August 28, 2011

I'm 5'-4.5" with 7.5 feet. My feet aren't that narrow. For me, these shoes are a perfect fit (without socks). If you want to wear them with socks, select one size larger. However, I purchased them for the purpose of wearing them in water, so the perfect fit design meets my needs. The first time I wore them, the shoe stitching irritated my skin. After wearing them in water for a kayaking excursion, I no longer notice the stitching from the shoes. I have also worn these shoes for hikes. The only down side is when little rocks get into the shoe, but there's no way getting around it. I also like this shoe since it's close toed, which has helped me a number of times hitting objects with the toe part of the shoe. It does dry quickly, which is a plus. As for the durability and quality, it looks pretty sturdy, however, I have already noticed wearing out of the soles, which make them uncomfortable for me to wear for a long period of time in one place. I have only worn them for a week in Hawaii and two short hiking trips.

the box expectation
August 22, 2011

I was on my way out the door for a bike ride when the box arrived. I quickly opened it to check out my new Altrec gear. The color of the Whisper was even better than I imagined, but they looked small and thought they would never fit (size 7 l/12). I slipped them on and not only did they fit perfectly (made my feet look smaller), they were so comfortable I left them on and went for my ride. They're my new favorite shoe...they go with everything from shorts, jeans and sun dresses. There is really nothing not to like about them!

Great Purchase
August 19, 2011

I purchased these sandals a few months ago to replace an old favorite that finally retired. Having worn them, I find them very comfortable and versatile, walking or hiking at least 2 miles in them. Wear with shorts or skorts.

Most Comfortable Shoes with support Ever
August 05, 2011

I am a 68 year old female who cleans carts at a golf course in the summer. Last summer I went through two pairs of shoe soles with shoes that hurt my feet anyway. I purchased my Whispers in a size 11 expecting to return them, but when I wore them, I found them to be terrific and wonderfully comfortable. I am constantly walking on gravel and the support I receive from these shoes is terrific. One day I forgot to change my shoes after my shift and actually golfed 18 holes in them. They were so comfortable that all of us at the golf course are wearing them, including the men. These shoes work on the gravel and I was concerned about getting pebbles in my shoes. Not so. I love my whispers, in fact, I've just ordered another pair in the correct size because I find them to be the most comfortable shoes I've ever had. I'm shouting for joy about my whispers!

heel slips back
July 19, 2011

while i really really really wanted to love these shoes, i just couldn't. the colors are great, the look is great but be prepared for your foot to continue slipping back every time you walk. there's nothing i could do to avoid it and my tears haven't stopped since.

Too Narrow Too Loose in Heels
July 17, 2011

I was very hopeful that the light-weight Keen Whisper sandal would be my backpacking solution for a durable water sandal for slippery crossings in fast-moving High Sierra streams. I should have better heeded the reviews that underscored that the Whisper version is for narrow feet. I wear 7-1/2, medium width shoes, boots, sandals, and when Keen means narrow, they really mean narrow. I ordered size 8 in anticipation of the narrow fit, but it was still far too small. The cross straps are effectively one-size without any room for expansion. They can only be tightened. Oddly, my heel slid out of the cup even with my foot very snugly strapped in. Since the narrow size really didn't work for my very average foot size, I did no more than try them on in my carpeted living room so I cannot comment on their durability or protection while on the trail or in the stream. By all appearances, the quality seems fine, but with a fit that didn't work and without being able to test them, I really don't have anything useful to offer regarding the quality. I hope Keen can create a light-weight water sandal without a toe loop (found on a different style) for average-sized feet.

Fantastic sandals
July 17, 2011

Love the sandals - fit true to the size, very comfortable. I use them hiking on dry land and in the water and they are still like new. They are little on the expensive side but they are worth it!

Women's Keen Whisper Sandal
July 03, 2011

I bought these sandals in Brindle/ Regal Orchid color and it is light taupe with lavender accents color, which I found very pretty. They are much more light weight compared to Newport style, which I have in nubuck leather. The toe protection in Whisper is less prominent but it contributes to the lightness of sandals, which was something I was looking for. I think I will wear Newport style for rough terrain, off-roading as they can take more beating, and use Whisper for walking in parks, traveling, camping sites, etc. I also think that Whisper is made for a more narrow foot than Newport. I have a very narrow foot and Whisper is perfect for me, while my foot is a bit swimming and less stable in Newport. The design with cinch cord is great, goes easily on and off. I have had my Newport sandals for so long (about 4 years) and they still look like new so I hope the same will happen with my new Whisper sandals!

soooo comfortable
June 30, 2011

This is my second pair of KEEN Whisper's (I also have the open back/slip on version). They are soooo comfortable, functional and come in such a variety of colors I'm probably going to have to get another pair. I wore these kayaking, lost my boat in the rapids, but my KEEN's stayed on my feet! I wear them to walk my dog, work in the garden, while fishing for sharks, hanging out on the beach, or just kicking around the house. I'm generally a size 9 to 9 1/2 and found the 9 to fit me just fine (5'7" 130 lbs.) A previous pair I owned had an issue with the stitching coming undone, which is why I've only rated these good in quality and durability, otherwise, overall an excellent water-friendly shoe :)

Great summer shoe, but makes feet sweat
June 28, 2011

I was surprised at how light and comfortable these sandals are. I had to order a 1/2 size larger than normal to get a great fit, but WOW do they feel great. They stay on well without even having to cinch up the ankle strap. The only reason I don't like to wear them all the time is because the soles are made of some material that make my feet hot and sweaty. If it weren't for that, I wouldn't wear any other shoe.

Great shoe
June 20, 2011

Fits great and protects my big toe that I had ingrown toenail surgery on. I have had two different people that I did not know asked me if I liked my shoe. One person was at the Nissan car dealelrship and the other was at my bank. They both said they had the "Keen" shoes and loved them. I have "Big Feet" 9-1/2 (hard sizze to find) and am 5'3" and weight 110 lbs.

Great outdoor shoe
June 16, 2011

The Keen whisper is a great outdoor shoe. It provides excellent protection for the toes and still breaths. The shoe does run about 1/2 small so order up to give yourself the proper fit.

for Narrow feet only
June 11, 2011

I didn't think I had an especially wide foot, but the whisper was too narrow on my right foot. I was tempted to try to "break them in," because I could tell they are a well made and comfortable shoe. I returned them and will try a Newport H2O a half size larger.

Great for a narrow foot
June 02, 2011

I tried on Keen sandals last summer and gave up on them because they were too wide and the Newport seemed to push my toes forward and just didn't fit right. This summer I tried the Keen Whisper sandal which was suggested to me by a client. I love the fit- I can tighten them just right. I wear a 91/2 and have a narrow foot and I love these sandals. I bought the coffee liquer color but I find that I mostly wear black combination colors so I think I should have gotten the blakc or dark shadow. Great sandal!

Great fit for a narrow foot
May 31, 2011

These sandals fit way better than the Keens H2 water sandals because I have a narrower foot. The H2 sandals left a lot of wiggle room on either side. Plus, the Whisper sandals are much less clunky and more feminine. They are very comfortable and were ready for long treks right out of the box. My only complaint is that my foot tends to slide toward the back of the sandal instead of staying in place (can't seem to get the cinching quite right). I'll be using these on river trips all summer long!

just what i needed!
May 31, 2011

I have flat weak feet that have gotten worse over the years. I love these sandals. The sole is supportive and comfortable. The shoe us adjustable to any foot type. My feet are skinny and my heel narrow so the fact that I can adjust to fit is wonderful. I will be wearing these every day in Costa Rica and throughout the summer.

Keen Whisper Sandal
May 20, 2011

I love these sandals!! I bought them for my daughter and she LOVES them!! They are super comfortable!! You will not be disappointed with any Keen purchase!! Great shoes!!

May 18, 2011

These sandals are amazing! We do a lot of hiking with creek crossings, and these sandals are perfect for our jaunts. The soles are sturdy and rugged enough for dealing with river rocks, and the fabric is quick-drying. The sandals are also versatile enough to wear around town and to work on casual day. While they are quite costly, I believe the shoes are worth every penny.

Great sandal
April 26, 2011

Easy on and off. Can dial in the snugness easily which is especially helpful depending upon whether you go barefoot or use socks. Good value. Tried a couple of sizes and ended up with normal shoe size.

runs narrow
April 18, 2011

Good quality sandals that are lighter and less clunky than the Newports, but they definitely run narrow. You can even see it with the eye in a side by side comparison with the Venice sandals or the Newports.

Whisper sandal
April 15, 2011

I love these sandals. They run a little on the small side but not much. I went 1/2 size larger and they are perfect. I highly recommend the sandals and ALTREC.

Awesome!
April 04, 2011

I got my Whisper over a year ago and have been wearing them down. I got my sister a pair also because she kept wearing mine. I'm between 7-7.5 and normally take the latter in Keens, as was the case with these. Plus: Super comfortable shoes that are so easy to slip on and off but aren't open heeled/toed so I can walk for a substantial distance (all day) in them. I have narrow feet and these were a better fit than the Newport and Venice. Minus: I actually don't like wearing them to playgrounds or beaches because sand easily gets in them and pool under my feet. There's no easy way to get rid of sand/bark except to take the shoes off. Also, after hours in the sun, my feet now have funny tan marks... my feet have nickel-sized spots! But, I will buy another pair at the end of this summer as the straps are wearing away (alas, they do not last forever). I love the Whisper.

Great walking shoes
April 02, 2011

These are such amazing shoes! Recently took them on a week long trip to Las Vegas. TONS of walking! My feet never hurt or were uncomfortable at all. Loved that my feet didn't get sweaty like they do in socks and tennis shoes. I am a size 10 and ordered a size 10 and they fit well. I am planning on getting my husband a pair of the men's shoes as he was very jealous of my Vegas shoes and we are heading to Disney this summer so that will be perfect!

Great Shoe!
April 02, 2011

I received my shoes this morning and couldn't have been more pleased. The fit is great, they feel great, and look great! The only problem I have noticed so far is my foot seems to want to slide back in them, but I am hoping that after I break them in a little more that this won't happen. It has great arch support which is always a plus for me! I am already in love with these shoes and plan on buying another pair!

comfie shoe but the color is off
April 02, 2011

I got these shoes after my sister raved about hers. Living in the great northeast I haven't had the opportunity to wear these shoes outdoors yet, but they feel great wearing around the house. They felt a little narrow by the pinky toe when I first tried them on but after wearing them a little bit that went away. I'm usually a 5.5 in sandals (in fact, Keens usually run big for me) but these fit perfectly both in length and width. My only complaint is that the nile/grey is not as pictured - instead of a pale yellow they're more of a pale lime green - I'll keep them anyway, the price was right!

Good Experience
March 25, 2011

This shoe fits, but it feels like my heel keeps wanting to slide off. I'm hoping after wearing these shoes more this will go away & I just need to get used to the shoe. Very comfortable otherwise.

best outdoor/everyday sandal ever
March 21, 2011

I worn my pair of WWS (BlacK) almost everyday the moment i recd this from mail. It very comfortable having a runner's feet- wide and problem areas +pronator. I have to say, it provided me proper arch support and proper fit by tightening the laces! I'm considering buying another pair- when we moved to India. you can't get wrong with this brand and pair! I am very pleased !

More stylish than Newport, but narrower
March 12, 2011

Whispers definitely run more narrow than Newports, but my feet are narrow, so it's not a problem. I always take a 9 1/2 in Keenes, and they fit fine, but seem a bit shorter. There is also less arch support and tread. However, the shoes are lighter in weight and less clunky-looking than Newports; I'll wear them to work and probably live in them this summer. The brown color looks nice, and is easy to match with other colors. They'll be fine for casual wear and light walking, but when I do serious hiking, I'll put on my Newports. I love the easy clean-up and toe protection of Keene sandals; they are comfortable, attractive, well-designed shoes that will hold up for years. They stay on my feet better than my Chacos.

a feminine-looking Keen sandal
March 09, 2011

This is my favorite Keen sandal. It does everything the Newport H2 and the Venice H2 can do, but with a decidedly more feminine style. It is great for hiking, kayaking and canoeing, like the other 2, but it is much lighter on the feet. This make a huge difference when trying to swim against a river current. It also looks great with a dress, not heavy and clunky. This Keen also runs true to size. I am usually an 8 1/2 or 9 in most shoes and the Whisper 9 is perfect. I need a 9 1/2 in the Venice and a 10 in the Targhee and other Keen hiking boots. I do have fairly wide feet and the width is fine, but the adjustability makes it a good fit for most widths.