50 % ENERGY RETURN.
Our KEEN.ReGEN midsole returns 50% energy with each and every step, keeping your feet + legs feeling fresh from clock-in to clock-out and beyond.
THE KEEN.ReGEN DIFFERENCE.
Compared to standard EVA foam, KEEN.ReGEN midsole cushioning resists compression over time, leading to a responsive fit that lasts.
KEEN.ReGEN
Do you work long hours on your feet? Are you looking to reenergize your work day? KEEN Utility boots and shoes made with KEEN.ReGEN midsole cushioning are designed to stand up to hard work while offering the fit and support of athletic sneakers.
What is KEEN.ReGEN?
KEEN.ReGEN is a lightweight, compression-resistant midsole that provides 50% more energy return with every step versus standard EVA foam. Boots and shoes made with responsive KEEN.ReGEN technology keep you feeling light on your feet and help reduce fatigue.
What activities is KEEN.ReGEN best for?
KEEN.ReGEN is built for the long haul. If your job requires bending, crouching, lifting or stacking, you’ll appreciate the support and cushioning KEEN.ReGEN provides. From double shifts at the warehouse to standing on an assembly line, KEEN.ReGEN fights foot fatigue so the hours don’t drag. We recommend it for warehouse workers, delivery drivers, construction crews, and anyone else who walks or stands for long periods of time.
Which series have KEEN.ReGEN?
We have a few series of work shoes that are made with KEEN.ReGEN. Whether you need an all-leather work boot or a breathable, athletic work shoe, we’ve got you covered. Check out the following chart to see which type will work best for you:
Here’s a little more about each series in the KEEN.ReGEN collection:
Vista Energy
Recommended for warehouse work or light manufacturing, these work shoes have a KonnectFit heel-capture system for support and stability with a locked-in feel.
Flint II
With an oil- and slip-resistant, EH-rated rubber outsole that is siped to disperse water quickly and easily, this work hiker is ready to take on environments from wet to dry and back again. Its reliable traction makes these shoes a good choice for work on all kinds of surfaces.
Sparta 2
These work sneakers have a mesh upper that’s been updated to reduce weight and deliver optimal breathability. It’s also non-mutilating, which makes the shoes a good choice for light manufacturing, warehouse or assembly line work. Aluminum toes weigh 35% less than steel, giving the shoes a very lightweight feel.
Kansas City
With a KEEN.DRY waterproof membrane and carbon-fiber toe, this product series provides support and a maximized KEEN.ReGEN midsole that offers the highest performance cushioning. Its rugged tread design and lightweight upper make this work boot flexible and agile to manage jobs from landscaping and plumbing to pulling cable and hanging sheetrock.
Atlanta Cool II
From the truck stop to the assembly line, the leather-and-mesh upper of these hiking-inspired work shoes offers optimal ventilation. They have an EH-rated, oil- and slip-resistant rubber outsole that’s siped for traction on wet or dry surfaces.
Red Hook
Ideal for carpenters, electricians or warehouse workers, this work boot-meets-sneaker combines the durability of a work boot with the lightweight, athletic feel of a work sneaker. A KEEN.DRY waterproof membrane and carbon-fiber toe keep you going strong in tough conditions. The EH-rated, oil- and slip-resistant rubber outsole is siped to disperse water for optimal traction.
You don’t have to sacrifice fit and feel to get work boot protection. KEEN Utility boots and shoes made with KEEN.ReGEN provide the cushioning and energy return of your favorite sneakers, plus all the safety features your job requires.

RED HOOK
SOLE OF A RUNNER, CALLUSES OF A WORKER.
You’ve never before experienced this level of agile, responsive midsole cushioning in a full-on capable work boot.
VISTA ENERGY SHIFT
SHIFT INTO HIGH GEAR AT WORK.
Meet the laceless work sneaker built on an undeniably comfortable KEEN.ReGEN midsole. Are you in and out of customer sites all day? Just need a shoe to pull and and work in the garage for a few hours? Dislike dealing with laces? The Vista Energy Shift is for you.
SPARTA 2
PROVEN. IMPROVED.
We’ve taken the time-tested KEEN.ReGEN foundation of the original Sparta and added an upgraded engineered mesh upper with 3D-printed reinforcements. Less weight, more breathability, better work.
ROSWELL
HARDWORKING ADAPTABILITY.
A unique fold-down collar, breathable canvas construction, KEEN.ReGEN cushioning, and multipurpose lugged outsole make the Roswell ready for rapidly changing jobsite conditions.
VISTA ENERGY
WHAT STAYS IN MOTION? ENERGY.
On your feet all day doing whatever it takes to get it done? The KEEN.ReGEN midsole on Vista Energy is right there with you, returning 50% energy so you can power through.
