The MILO Disc Golf Shoe by KEEN

[Aviar7495]

The MILO Disc Golf Shoe by KEEN set to release on November 20th, 2009.

Only available for sale online at www.KEENFootwear.com - $110

A variety of Disc Golfers have tested the MILO in all weather conditions. It provides excellent grip properties, asymmetrical lacing and reinforced toe bumper. Perfect for all weather and all terrain.


Description:

Disc Golf has a new best friend! Step up to the tee box with the MILO from KEEN. Designed to carry disc golfers through even the most demanding of conditions, the MILO features KEEN.DRY waterproof barrier, reinforced toe bumpers, asymmetrical lacing and superior grip properties keeping your feet dry, protected and in place. More stock coming soon!

Specs:

Lining: Waterproof breathable lining
Upper: Synthetic, Webbing, Mesh
Rubber: Non-marking rubber
Fit Tip: We find this style runs about a 1/2 size small.
Activities: Trail Running, Hiking
Type: Shoes
Weather: Wet – waterproof

Features:

- KEEN.DRY Waterproof Breathable Membrane
- KEEN Toe Protection
- Anti-Bunch Asymmetrical Flex Lace System
- S3 Heel Support Structure
- Multi-Directional 3 MM Lug Outsole for Traction
- Removable Metatomical Tri-Density Footbed

HYBRID.OLOGIES:

S3
Shock, suspension, stability – otherwise known as S3 – is engineered to support the foot on impact, dissipate shock and reduce your odds of twisting an ankle.

KEEN.DRY
A proprietary waterproof, breathable membrane that lets vapor out without letting water in.

METATOMICAL FOOTBED DESIGN
This internal support mechanism is anatomically engineered to provide excellent arch support and cradle the natural contours of the foot.

KEEN.PROTECT
Can a sandal protect your toes? The answer is yes. The reason is KEEN Patented Toe Protection where the shoe outsoles wrap up and over the toes for ultimate protection.

KEEN has been a generous sponsor to the Master's Cup and Beaver State Fling Disc Golf National Tour Events, as well a Major sponsor to this year's United States Disc Golf Championships. They want to see Disc Golf grow in popularity and increase the number of players worldwide.

Please help support the companies that help to support Disc Golf!!!!!!!!!!

[Meast918]

I am looking into buying a pair of these but I did have one question: are these built more like a tennis shoe or a boot? All the pictures I have seen make it hard to tell.

[Aviar7495]

Originally Posted by Meast918

I am looking into buying a pair of these but I did have one question: are these built more like a tennis shoe or a boot? All the pictures I have seen make it hard to tell.

They are first off considered a Trail Shoe, a great combination of a rugged outdoor shoe that is light weight and waterproof.

So not so much a boot at all, more like a all-terrain shoe that is great for Disc Golf.

[two5twosix9]

I might wait until the MCIVER comes out.

If I didn't just buy new shoes I would definately give them a try. Give it a few months and I will probably check them out. How long have you had yours and how is the soul holding up? I have found that trail running shoes work best for me while playing. Lightweight and sturdy, most of the time. The only problems I have had inthe past with them is the soul blowing out or just being worn down to a flat slick soul on my plant foot.

[jimimc]

Will they come in a wide width?

[Aviar7495]

Originally Posted by two5twosix9

I might wait until the MCIVER comes out.

If I didn't just buy new shoes I would definately give them a try. Give it a few months and I will probably check them out. How long have you had yours and how is the soul holding up? I have found that trail running shoes work best for me while playing. Lightweight and sturdy, most of the time. The only problems I have had inthe past with them is the soul blowing out or just being worn down to a flat slick soul on my plant foot.

The soles of these are holding up just fine, the front edge comes up to form the toe cap which is very resilient to any type of peeling. These are especially lightweight and rugged enough to handle any terrain. The wearing of sole bottoms is typical with any shoe used for disc golf but these still have amazing grip, even in the rain.

Keep in mind, that these are first off a Trail Shoe. Once these have been successful on the market, then some real R & D can be put into the shoe market to design a shoe specifically molded and constructed for Disc Golf.

Everyone needs to keep in mind that one of the few ways into getting corporate sponsors for our sport is with the help of other corporations by getting a Disc Golf product in Outdoor Stores Nationwide. When these shoes sell through their initial run, more will be made and distributed throughout many large retails stores which in turn will get us lots more exposure. Retailers and consumers alike will be then exposed to a Disc Golf product and inquiring to what our sport is all about.

We are on the brink of something very huge for our sport.

[LastBoyScout]

Looks great! Is there a plan for a high-top boot?

Until then my Merril Legacy GTX will have to do.

[JohnLambert]

These look really nice. The price is actually lower than I expected. I'm assuming the KEEN DRY membrane works as well as GORTEX? Does the bonding between materials stand up to the rigors of disc golf toe dragging and pivoting? I'll definitely be picking up a pair for this year's wet season.

Is there anywhere we can see reviews by some of the testers?

[i2rt]

The only thing that will stop me from trying these is the widths. I am a Size 9 4E so let us know what your plans are for wide widths.

[unclemercy]

Originally Posted by Aviar7495

Outdoor Stores Nationwide

is this a regional chain or a local store?

[Furthur]

Originally Posted by i2rt

The only thing that will stop me from trying these is the widths. I am a Size 9 4E so let us know what your plans are for wide widths.

I think Keens typically run wide. I have more narrow feet, and had trouble with that brand a couple years ago when auditioning new shoes.

[gippy]

Originally Posted by JohnLambert

These look really nice. The price is actually lower than I expected. I'm assuming the KEEN DRY membrane works as well as GORTEX? Does the bonding between materials stand up to the rigors of disc golf toe dragging and pivoting? I'll definitely be picking up a pair for this year's wet season.

Is there anywhere we can see reviews by some of the testers?

I have a diff pair of KEENs and the Keen Dry system works great as good as gortex and not has hot on the warmer days lets your feet breathe better IMO

[Breeze]

Yes I would buy them.. I tried, but they only have a 7.5 size... Really?

-Chris

[keithjohnson]

Originally Posted by Breeze

Yes I would buy them.. I tried, but they only have a 7.5 size... Really?

-Chris

Avery's first post said they would be available on Nov 20th - so maybe that's when they will list all the sizes, and maybe 7&1/2 is just a place holder for the link for now.

[Aviar7495]

Originally Posted by keithjohnson

Avery's first post said they would be available on Nov 20th - so maybe that's when they will list all the sizes, and maybe 7&1/2 is just a place holder for the link for now.

KEEN will have around 200 pairs in all sizes from 7.5 - 14.

So order your's early!!!!!!!

[Smokey102977]

Hey Av, Are these mids or lows??? I've been looking for good solid waterproof lows.

[gippy]

Originally Posted by Smokey102977

Hey Av, Are these mids or lows??? I've been looking for good solid waterproof lows.

They look like a Low but little higher than KEENS usuall Low

[Aviar7495]

Originally Posted by Smokey102977

Hey Av, Are these mids or lows??? I've been looking for good solid waterproof lows.

They are only available in the Low model for now, but possibly a higher model soon to come after they sell through the initial run.

Once KEEN notices the demand for such Disc Golf shoes, then more will be made in various models if the demand for those is high enough as well.

[kvdiscpro]

ive always wondered if a disc golf shoe company could think outside the box and design a tread for disc golf. all shoe treads are designed for walking, running and hiking...not for our patented spin release from a drive on a tee box. what if a shoe designed a tread with the twist of a discgolfers release in mind???? if anything its my idea for a disc golf shoe.

[ChrisWoj]

We are on the brink of something very huge for our sport.

Disc golf has been "on the brink" forever. (then again, forever for me dates back only four years lol)


Avery do you know if they have anyone testing them that has issues with dragging their foot on the follow through? I need to know if the shoe can hold up on both sides along the metatarsals.

[dgdave]

This sport is only 35 years old. of course its on the brink still. Its still very new

[Karl]

Keith,

I hear what you're saying, but understand that there may be a couple of things "logistically" to work through that may not be easy / practical.

1. If you place a "spin" area where we may spin - such as on a rotational shot put / hammer / discus shoe (in track & field) - it would be "good" only for rubber / cement tees...as that same spin area might be greased lightning when throwing off of wet grass, etc.

2. If that spin-sole area is only on 1 shoe, you'd have to buy "right-footed pairs" or "left-footed pairs"...something (making TWO different sets of shoes) the shoe company probably wouldn't be up for.

3. If you put the spin area on BOTH shoes, see 1. above.

Just some thoughts...not saying it couldn't be done....

Karl

[20460chase]

Is this the same "on the brink" that we got from Solomon? Seems to me this is good for disc golf, great for touring players that need free shoes.

[LastBoyScout]

Originally Posted by Karl

Keith,

I hear what you're saying, but understand that there may be a couple of things "logistically" to work through that may not be easy / practical.

1. If you place a "spin" area where we may spin - such as on a rotational shot put / hammer / discus shoe (in track & field) - it would be "good" only for rubber / cement tees...as that same spin area might be greased lightning when throwing off of wet grass, etc.

2. If that spin-sole area is only on 1 shoe, you'd have to buy "right-footed pairs" or "left-footed pairs"...something (making TWO different sets of shoes) the shoe company probably wouldn't be up for.

3. If you put the spin area on BOTH shoes, see 1. above.

Just some thoughts...not saying it couldn't be done....

Karl

I throw backhand and sidearm, and spin areas would be great to have on both soles. however, i agree having a flat area of rubber would create a possibility of becoming slick.

who knows, one day you may have slip on rubber soles for teeing off. kinda of like the slip on metal studs for walking on ice that fit over the toe and heel of your shoes.

[kvdiscpro]

[QUOTE=Karl;1401657]Keith,

I hear what you're saying, but understand that there may be a couple of things "logistically" to work through that may not be easy / practical.

1. If you place a "spin" area where we may spin - such as on a rotational shot put / hammer / discus shoe (in track & field) - it would be "good" only for rubber / cement tees...as that same spin area might be greased lightning when throwing off of wet grass, etc.

2. If that spin-sole area is only on 1 shoe, you'd have to buy "right-footed pairs" or "left-footed pairs"...something (making TWO different sets of shoes) the shoe company probably wouldn't be up for.


Yes and No. But your missing my point. Most people, manufacturers don't think Outside the box. I know I work for a manufacture. I would like to see a Disc Golf shoe not be a hiking shoe or a running shoe...but a "DiscGolf" shoe. the tread doesn't have to spin, yes i have thought of that. but the tread can be designed for our spin. it can still be a good walker , but have tread design for our patented disc golf tee off spin.
and when the grass is wet we normally switch shoes anyways for that round. like cleats or something for wet grass.
and yes for a disc golf manufacturer a shoe could be designed for left and right feet. it would totally make sense to have right foot treads and left foot treads. thats my point stop thinking inside the traditional box (this slows progression) in all of life, to think in little box conservative ideas of cant's and wont's. start thinking creative. DiscGolf is not normal. stop thinking normal. There are sports that shoes are different from left to right. It would be totally do-able to have a tread for spin on the right and a good traction normal tread on my left shoe. This is a very minor obstacle for a manufacture to create a Disc Golf only shoe. Whats the point of a Disc Golf shoe if its not actually any better for Disc Golf than any normal hiking shoe.

Look at Ball Golf cleats, football cleats, soccer cleats, bicycle shoes, mountain climbing shoes, they all are unique to there sport.
This is my vision for a Disc Golf shoe, unique to promote our sport. Progress our sport. Promote good foot work for our game. ??? does that not make sense?

[Karl]

Keith,

You may think I'm arguing with you (I'm not) - taking the "other side" of the discussion, but a few things.

# 1

You said:

"Look at Ball Golf cleats, football cleats, soccer cleats, bicycle shoes, mountain climbing shoes, they all are unique to there sport."

Now while your statement is true, have you really looked at the sports which you've stated here. Every one is done while on ONE substrate! Golf = grass. Football = grass OR synthetic turf (but never both at the same time). Soccer = same as football. Bicycle = clip a/o clip-less pedals (can't do both at the same time). Mountain climbing = rock (and if you're doing ice or 'mixed' you'd put on crampons).
DG is different! We have to be able to "handle" both grass AND rubber / concrete. Because of this, what we wear will never be perfect for all scenarios.

# 2

I never said the 'tread has to spin' (and, by the way, the T&F shoes I mentioned DON'T have tread that spin, they have tread that allows for 'spinning'...but they aren't used on grass).

# 3

You also stated:

"This is a very minor obstacle for a manufacture to create a Disc Golf only shoe."

I'm guessing that you don't work closely enough with either finance nor with R&D - because if you did, you'd know that unless a company can see PROFIT at the end of the tunnel, the "very minor obstacle" - no matter HOW minor - isn't worth it.

Bottom line:

You may have some good ideas but in today's business environment, if you want something made commercially, you had better make it 'worth their while' or you're not getting your wish.

Karl

[kvdiscpro]

no i understand, i appreciate what your saying. And yes I have played all the sports I listed and have worn all types of these shoes..
Soccer has grass cleats, indoor treads and wet weather treads.
football has grass, and turf.
Bicycle has clip in and clip ins that you can run in for iron man triathlon events.

I guess my point is that I just want to see, or design myself a disc golf shoe that actually is tread designed for what we do. not walking not running but twisting and teeing off and planting foot for drives. in grass, concrete and or rubber. I believe it can be done. I just keep seeing very general hiking type treads and these all wear down real quick with what we do. if we had a designed tread for or throw I think it would help and golfers would rep it. Is there a big mass market..well of course not. thats the entire "hold back" for our corporate progression sponsorship. if we had a big market we would have alot more sponsorship for our sport. So im glad to see a shoe for us and i realize its a slow steady progression.

[JohnLambert]

Originally Posted by ChrisWoj

Avery do you know if they have anyone testing them that has issues with dragging their foot on the follow through? I need to know if the shoe can hold up on both sides along the metatarsals.

Always the first place to fail for me. But I haven't tried KEEN yet. No matter how much I spend on North Face, Merrell, or Salomon, they all fail within 3 months. I'd really like to see some reviews from disc golfers.

[Aviar7495]

Originally Posted by 20460chase

Is this the same "on the brink" that we got from Solomon? Seems to me this is good for disc golf, great for touring players that need free shoes.

First off, the only thing that we ever got from Salomon was just product. They supported us but did not support the sport. Not a good mix.

On the other hand, Keen makes superior products and not only supports us but the sport as well. Like I said they sponsor the biggest tournaments in our sport and have plans to sponsor more in 2010 granted that they see support and a market in Disc Golf.

[gippy]

Will they be releasing more of the MILOS anytime soon I see all they have are size 7.5? Sorry if you have answered this all ready A.J. I love my KEENS and would really like to get my hands on these to show them support for getting involed with our sport