It's a very simple concept: Offer the support and protection of a shoe, with the freedom and comfort of a sandal. Now that's Keen.

Founder Martin Keen announced the formation of his new company with the assertion that Keen offered the footwear industry's first hybrid: Superior footwear combining the best of sport and comfort products. And Martin knows what he's talking about, as he was previously a senior footwear designer for Nautica, Tommy Hilfiger, and other sport and comfort shoe brands.

Martin Keen understands the subtleties between function, fashion, and utility, and he has created a new style that marries sport performance technology and construction with comfort-shoe fit, feel and support.

Patented Keen design features the only toe guard in the business, plus an extra-wide footbed that actually fits your foot. And Keen soles provide sure-footed traction you won't find anywhere else.

Designed for action, engineered to perform, Keen Footwear provides protection, functionality, and freedom.