Inspired by the vast aquatic environments that cover much of our planet. Following their debut collaboration in 2023, KEEN tags Hiking Patrol for a consecutive partnership, utilising the Hyperport H2 Sandal as the preferred creative canvas.
A recent addition to KEEN’s footwear range, the Hyperport H2 Sandal expands on its iconic Newport H2, making it lighter and more comfortable without sacrificing its sustainable attributes or KEEN’s DNA. The sandal-hiker hybrid blends freedom and protection, making it a versatile companion for navigating outdoor and urban environments alike. In 2024, the Hyperport H2 Sandal received an ISPO Award, recognising its innovation in sports product design and cementing it amongst KEEN’s offerings.
Building upon a shared appreciation for natural ecosystems and conscious design principles, KEEN and Hiking Patrol use this collaboration to connect fans with the marine world, reminding them of the beauty and importance of aquatic ecosystems. Featuring two colourways of the Hyperport H2, this collection celebrates the diverse forms of life found in marine environments at low and high tide, a cornerstone reverberated in the creative campaign.
“This marks our second collaboration with KEEN, a continued partnership grounded in a shared appreciation for the outdoors and functional design. Our first release introduced climbing-inspired shoes built for versatility and everyday wear. For our second drop, we’re shifting with the season, introducing sandals with the same mindset in a lighter, summer-ready form. Designed for warmer days and easy movement, it’s a tool for exploration.” – Wai Tsui, Founder and Creative Director of Hiking Patrol.
Arriving in Algae Green and Okenia Pink, each colourway is carefully chosen to represent sea elements, from the soft hues of marine invertebrates to the lush, life-giving algae shades. At low tide, as the ocean retreats, it unveils a hidden world – rocks draped in rich algae and delicate lichen, transforming the shore into a textured canvas of vibrant colors. In contrast, when high tide returns, reclaiming the shore and submerging the rocks beneath, the unseen marine world becomes hidden again, leaving us to wonder in awe and mystery about what truly lies beneath.
As is the case with all KEEN shoes and aligning with Hiking Patrol’s ethos, the Hyperport 2 is Consciously Created without forever chemicals, including PFAS and antimicrobials. Other features of the Hyperport H2 include:
• Original Fit has generous space across the forefoot for toes to spread out
• Quick-cinch bungee lacing for easy on & off
• Injected foam midsole for a surprisingly lightweight fit and feel
• Shock-absorbing foam insole with arch support for all-day comfort
• Aquagrip rubber for better traction on wet surfaces
• PFAS-free, durable water repellent repels water just as well as forever chemicals without harming the planet
• Eco Anti-Odor for natural, pesticide-free odor control
The Hyperport H2 Sandal is available for £100 in men’s and women’s sizing at keenfootwear.co.uk and hikingpatrol.com
About KEEN
KEEN is a shoemaker with a purpose. Family-owned and values-led for over 20 years, KEEN has been consciously making unapologetically comfortable, innovative footwear that lasts and using its business to do good. In 2003, KEEN started a revolution by introducing the original hybrid sandal, the Newport. As revolutionary, thoughtful shoemakers, KEEN aims to make the world’s cleanest shoes.
They’ve been PFAS free since 2018 and envision a shoe industry that has a net positive impact on lives. To get there, they’re sharing their sustainable innovations to do more good together.
About Hiking Patrol
Established in Oslo in 2019 by Wai Tsui, Hiking Patrol aims to cultivate a digital space where lifestyle meets outdoor exploration. What started as a hub offering a space for like-minded individuals to connect over their shared passion for the outdoors has flourished into a multidisciplinary creative outlet and fully-fledged apparel brand, collaborating with the likes of KEEN.