KEEN unveils the new Jasper Zionic
A hybrid mash-up that brings climbing and trekking style to the city
November 13th, 2024
KEEN continues a path of innovation with the launch of the Jasper Zionic, a hybrid trainer that combines technical performance and urban style in a form designed without sacrificing sustainability for those who live every day on the move. In keeping with the brand's conscious minimalism, the Jasper Zionic integrates the best of two KEEN offerings into a single model, reducing the need to purchase multiple shoes and creating amore versatile option for those who want to live their day in one shoe. In addition, the Jasper Zionic has been created without permanent hazardous chemicals, such as PFAS and antimicrobials, and with leather sourced from tanneries certified by the Leather Working Group for their environmental and social practices.
Born from the encounter between the Jasper model, inspired by the sport ofclimbing, and the more recent Zionic, designed for fast trekking, KEEN's new proposal is perfectly suited to all types of terrain and occasions. In fact, its construction combines the stability and speed of trekking with urban versatility, making the shoe ideal for a hike out of town as well as for a hectic day on the streets of the city centre and around the big cities. To emphasise the shoe's dual soul, KEEN has once again chosen to collaborate with Proper Magazine, producing a photo shoot focusing on the 5-9 micro-adventures, i.e. those little moments of exploration that we can indulge in between working hours and free time, for all those who do not renounce outdoor experiences and contact with nature even during the daily breaks that each of us needs.
The Jasper Zionic relies on details designed for maximum performance: a technical tread with a high traction rubber sole, perfect for ensuring stability on varied terrain and offering fluid movement from heel to toe, ideal for both trails and city surfaces. The iconic Jasper design takes centre stage in the new look thanks to the laces, which in the Jasper Zionic extend from the tongue to the toe, visually recalling KEEN's climbing heritage and celebrating the 2008 Carver, the brand's historic outdoor shoe. With its cushioned heel, athletic fit and comprehensive foot support, KEEN thus offers a model that not only accompanies, but enhances every step, turning every move into a comfortable and sustainable experience.