pro : - solid , stable sandal with great foot support . - as always with keen shoe , the wide toe area make it very comfortable . - opening be wider than the classic Newport which make it airier for the summer . - Top be make of nylon in h2 vs leather in the classic . this make it quicker dry and lighter overall . - climb a jaggy volcanic hill in Saudi Arabia and Mukenya in Kenya , and the traction be amazing on these . con : - sand will mound up in the toe area since there be no hole for it to escape . - if you be hike trail with lot of loose debris they will get in the shoe and it be a bit of a nuisance to try and get they out without take it off . recommend you try the classic Newport and the h2 before you purchase . I find the classic 's footbed completely incompatible with my foot , but the h2 be perfect . the reverse may be true for you .