Keen

Keen is sold in the UK through a small group of independent retailers, and Urban Industry is one of the leading stockists. We carry the Jasper, Jasper Zionic, Uneek corded sandal and Newport H2 hybrid sandal alongside seasonal Keen releases, with next working day UK delivery. Based in Eastbourne and trading since 2002, our team is happy to advise on sizing and fit before you buy. We are rated Excellent on Trustpilot and ship Keen globally.

Yes. Urban Industry is an authorised UK Keen retailer trading since 2002, sourcing every pair through official distribution channels. Our Trustpilot rating sits at Excellent with thousands of UK and international reviews, and we offer real human sizing advice before you order. We curate Keen alongside other premium footwear brands including HOKA, New Balance, Vans, Norda, NNormal and Teva, with fast UK dispatch and proper after sales care on every pair.

Yes, we ship Keen worldwide from Eastbourne on the South Coast of England. UK orders dispatch on a next working day service with free delivery over our standard threshold. International orders go via tracked services to Europe, North America, Asia and Australasia, calculated at checkout. Because Keen produces certain models, colourways and collaborations in limited runs, customers outside the UK often choose Urban Industry to access pairs that are difficult to find locally. All international shipments are insured and tracked end to end.

Keen footwear is covered by our standard 18 day returns policy. If the pair is unworn, in original condition and returned with the original shoe box and tags, you can send them back for a full refund or exchange. UK returns are arranged through our online portal. International returns are accepted at the customer's cost. For sizing queries before you buy, our team is happy to advise based on your usual UK shoe size, as Keen footwear runs with a distinctively wider toe box than most brands.

Keen was founded in 2003 in Portland, Oregon by Martin Keen, with the brief of creating footwear that bridged serious outdoor performance and everyday wear. The brand launched with the Newport sandal, designed to protect toes on the deck of a boat, which created the closed toe sandal as a category. Over two decades Keen has grown into a global leader in outdoor lifestyle footwear and a cornerstone of the Gorpcore look, with a loyal following from buyers who want footwear that performs in the field and looks considered off it.

Keen's defining feature is its Original Fit, an anatomically shaped toe box that lets the foot splay naturally and reduces fatigue on long days. The brand also created the closed toe sandal, combining open air breathability with genuine toe protection, and develops its own midsole and outsole rubber compounds in house. This combination of thoughtful ergonomics and robust construction is what has made Keen a consistent favourite with both serious outdoor users and style led urban buyers across two decades.

Sustainability sits at the centre of Keen's product development. The brand uses PFAS free durable water repellent finishes across waterproof lines, sources Environmentally Preferred Leather from Leather Working Group certified tanneries, incorporates recycled content across uppers and linings, and treats footbeds with its probiotic Eco Anti Odour system. Buying one well made pair that lasts is the most sustainable footwear choice you can make, and Keen is built to be repaired and resoled where possible.

Always follow the inner care information first as materials vary. As a general guide, brush off loose dirt then clean uppers with cool water and mild soap using a soft cloth or brush. Avoid machine washing and harsh detergents, which break down adhesives and water repellent finishes. Allow pairs to dry naturally away from direct heat, as radiators and tumble dryers can warp midsoles. Suede styles benefit from a protector spray ahead of the wet season, and leather uppers respond well to occasional conditioning.

The Keen Jasper Zionic is a hybrid suede shoe built on Keen's Zionic midsole platform, designed to handle real trail conditions as well as everyday city wear. The midsole compound delivers more cushioning and energy return than standard EVA foam, reducing fatigue across long days on hard surfaces. An aggressive multi directional lugged outsole grips loose dirt, gravel and wet ground, while a lightweight stability shank adds midfoot support. The brushed suede upper retains the Jasper's approach shoe lineage, making the Zionic a true crossover for Gorpcore styling and proper outdoor use.

Both share the same Jasper DNA but the sole units and intended use differ. The original Jasper uses a low profile rubber outsole built for ground feel in casual wear with a flatter lifestyle silhouette. The Jasper Zionic sits on a more athletic, trail ready platform. The Zionic adds aggressive multi directional lugs for grip on loose dirt and wet surfaces, plus a lightweight stability shank for midfoot support. Choose the original Jasper for cleaner urban use and the Zionic for a hybrid that handles trails as well as the city.

The Uneek is Keen's signature open sandal, built from a free moving two cord system attached to a lightweight midsole. The cords adapt to the shape of the foot for a custom feel with no break in period, and the open construction dries quickly after contact with water. In the UK the Uneek works brilliantly through warmer months for travel, festivals, coastal walks and city wear when a flip flop feels too casual. It also features at Urban Industry in various collaborations and seasonal colourways alongside the core lineup.

The Uneek typically fits true to your standard UK shoe size, though the two cord construction makes the fit inherently adjustable across a broader range of foot widths than a fixed upper sandal. The cord system lets you fine tune the hold across the top of the foot. As with all Keen, the toe box is generously proportioned, giving toes room to spread naturally. If you are between sizes, Keen generally recommends sizing down for a more secure fit. Our team can confirm specific measurements before you order.

The Newport H2 is the modern evolution of Keen's first silhouette, the original 2003 Newport. It is a hybrid sandal with a structured closed toe upper, quick drying polyester webbing, secure bungee lacing, a contoured footbed and a multi directional lugged outsole that grips wet and dry ground. Choose the Newport H2 over the Uneek when you want more protection, more support and more trail capability, particularly around rivers, rocks or longer walks. The Uneek is the lighter, more open, more lifestyle leaning of the two.

Keen footwear runs true to your standard UK shoe size in length, but with a notably wider and deeper toe box than most performance and lifestyle brands. This is intentional, designed to let toes splay naturally and reduce fatigue on long days. Most customers find their usual UK size fits well. If you have a narrow foot and want a closer technical hold, sizing down by a half is sensible. Our team is happy to confirm specific measurements before you order if you are unsure.