KEEN Utility 2018 Safety Footwear
With the increase in demand for more versatile footwear within the work place, KEEN Utility, the industrial and safety category of footwear from KEEN, Inc. (KEEN), is stepping into Spring with athletic-inspired safety styles that bridge the gap between the weekday work boot and weekend footwear. The new line is anchored by sporty design that maximizes comfort without sacrificing best-in-class safety features.
“For 2018, we’ve challenged ourselves to redefine how workers perceive their safety footwear should look and feel.” said Brad Bischel, product director at KEEN Utility. “Our Spring 2018 line achieves this with incredibly lightweight designs – some with the look of a high-end athletic shoe and others with the durability and classic styling you’d expect combined with an athletic platform underfoot to ensure the fit, feel and performance KEEN Utility is known for.”
New for Spring ’18, the men’s Baltimore (shown) blends classic work boot style with rugged construction and best-in-class comfort. A durable full-grain leather upper and KEEN.DRY membrane provide lightweight, breathable waterproof protection that allows vapor out without letting water in.
The unique asymmetrical safety toe design provides a roomier toe box and, combined with a moisture-wicking textile lining and Cleansport NXT natural odor protection, help to maintain all-day comfort for long work days. The added durability of a direct-injected PU midsole in combination with a quality PU footbed anatomically engineered to provide excellent underfoot support delivers a work boot that maintains its cushion and provides support with every step.
A TPU shank and 90-degree heel provide additional protection and comfort, while the oil-and slip-resistant, multi-directional, lugged rubber outsole meets ASTM F2412-11 and F2413-11 M I/75 C/75 EH safety standards giving you stability to tackle any job site terrain. The Baltimore work boot is available in Brown, Black or classic Wheat in both soft and steel toe variants. MSRP: $140-$150