KeenMen's Commuter 4 Cycling Sandal(Return to Product Page)

I have normal width feet and do not find these sandals too narrow. They are more narrow than a Newport, but a cycling sandal has to be. I still have (and use) the original commuters - the reason I bought these is that I was afraid Keen would quit making cycling sandals and I really like them so I didn't want to be without.

The Keens are awesome, well designed for warm rides. Yes they are a bit narrow but so are your regular cycling shoes. I like them a bit tight while riding and then I loosen them up and walk around in them for hours. Perfect for warm weather and fun to wear. Give em a chance and you'll love 'em too!

I purchased my first pair of regular Keen sandals about 6 months ago (my wife has worn them for years) and find them so comfortable. I have been wearing the Keen hiking boot for years and love them. So when I saw the Keen Bicycling Sandal I thought I would love them to I talked to everyone that had them on. They all said either they loved them or found them to narrow. I started looking at the reviews on line and almost all of the reviews said that the last few models of the bike sandal were to narrow. I still wanted to try them. I wear a 8.5 Keen normally so I took the advice and went with the 9.0. It fit but was a bit long and narrow in the ball and toe area. I called the Western Bikeworks support line and talked at length with Liam, who buy the way was super friendly and very helpful. We decided on going with a 8.5 to see how they fit. On arrival I found the 8.5's to be so narrow they hurt my feet. They were returned. Liam suggested I use the 9.0's and see how they worked. I have ridden with them (without cleats) and have decided to keep them. I will be putting some shoe stretchers on them to widen the toe area. If you take a regular Keen and a Commuter 4 and put them foot to foot you will see that the bike shoe is at least inch narrower on each side.

Bottom line is I really like the idea of the Keen Commuter but fully believe that Keen needs to address this issue of being to narrow. Until that change, Im not sure I would purchase another pair.

I was so excited to see that Keen was making a new Commuter model, as I have dearly loved my older Commuter IIIshands down, they are the best shoe to cycle in when the weather is hot and humid. I wear an 8.5 in the Newport sandal, an 8.5 in the Commuter III (slightly too large, but OK with socks), and an 8.5 in one of the Keen hiking shoe models. Knowing the issues that Keen had with the early models of this shoe - that being they were too narrow for most people - I called customer support at Keen to discuss the width of the IV. I was assured that they were not narrow like the Commuter II, and made on a similar footbed as the Commuter III. GREAT, or so I thought. Because my Commuter IIIs are a bit too big to wear without socks, I ordered a pair of Commuter IV in size 8, but when they arrived, they were entirely too small. Next came a pair of 8.5the length inside was fine, but they were very narrow and tight across the foot. A third pair arrivedthis time a pair of size 9, and the width would work for me, but they are entirely too long for my foot. So here I sit with 3 new pairs of the Keen Commuter IV, and none of them work for me. Good thing Westernbikes has a good return policy! I love the shoes that Keen makes, but the Commuter series is most frustrating in trying to find a good fit, and there are virtually no other options for a cycling sandal. I do like the new sole and the lacing of the Commuter IV (no velcro srtap), and I think that the webbing that was added under the lace will make it more comfortable to wear-if you have narrow feet.

Purchased shoes because I live in Arizona and summer riding can be hot and sometimes uncomfortable. These sandals provide cool venting, can be used with or without clips and very comfortable to walk in. Size works for narrow or wide feet.

Went cross country last year with these and a pair of mtn bike shoes - also we did not dress in spandex - wanted to not look like a cycling fanatics. One week into the tour, we shipped our mtn bike shoes back, and did the entire rest of the coast to coast trip wearing only these! Over 4,700 miles in total. Very comfortable, forgiving, and durable. No blisters or hotspots. As a result of this trip, I now take them whenever we go bike camping or touring. No regrets!

Honestly I haven't had a chance to use these as I am not sure what kind of pedal to buy to use them I have tried themon and they fit great and look great. I'll keep you posted once I find the pedal I need to buy to use them with.

I like that it goes on easy and it breaths well

Purchased to match up with a new hard tail Mtn bike that is kept in the motorhome. Matched up with Crank Bros half crank pedals you have maximum usability. Jump on for a quick ride to the store or go for a day long ride.

Really like these for commuting in summer heat.

I have looked at these cycling sandals for years. Decided to buy a pair this year. Followed the on-line advice and bought a pair 12 size bigger than the regular Keen Sandals I wear and they fit perfectly. I work renting bikes two days a week and wear these sandals to cycle to and all day at work. They are great. Just wish Keen hadn't stopped making them as I will need a new pair in 5 years or so.

MUCH better than earlier versions. Recommend going up half a size. Can use all year round with thick socks and bike shoe covers. Very comfortable and breathable. Best with clipons with some platform. Note that sand and small stones can get in slots in sandal.

Everyone has opinions and mine is these sandals are pretty good. I've used mine practically year round, from the hottest summer days to chilly, wet commutes and they do just fine. I have big feet - size 12s - and they fit fine.

Let me start by saying I LOVE KEEN sandals. I wear them every single day. However, the cycling ones are just terrible. They are so narrow it's ridiculous. I have a narrow foot and these are still too tight. Now my regular Keen sandals I wear everyday fit great and are super comfortable. Keen, please use your existing sizes for your cycling shoes!

I love my KEEN sandals and was looking for a bike shoe I could get wet. These are nice for when I want to ride you the park and go for as quick swim.

I got Commuter 4 as I wanted comfortable biking shoes. I have Keen hiking shoes that are the best fit of any outdoor boot or shoe I've ever had. Thus, I wanted to try out the Keen biking shoe (actually a sandal). The info suggested sizing up 12 size which I did. The shoes are wide enough and the lacing system allows a lot of adjustment. And the sandal feature allows lots of airflow and these are quite nice in the summer in AZ. I think they'll be good most of the winter here with thin wool socks. The toes are well protected. Overall, this is a god product.

Fit was more like a shoe than a sandal. Blisters formed on both of my heels from rubbing of the back strap.

The shoes are fine, but a tad narrow...

Good sandal but I'd look elsewhere if you have wide feet. Full size larger then my last keen bike sandal, keen needs to get their stuff together.

This is my second pair. I use them on long bike tours that last several months. They are versatile enough to bike and hike in the forest. My feet feel comfortable at 45c and Oc. Ive ridden across Africa Australia New Zealand and now Scandinavia with them. Great shoe.