Oboz

Oboz Wind River

2009-09-14 11:22:13

Reviewer:Mack T from Iowa

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Oboz Wind river boots are the best set of boots I have owned. They fall in that middle ground of a midweight boot perfectly. Although not a trail runner, they have similar fore foot cushioning, and not a heavy weight or mountaineering boot, they still have plenty of support and enough shank to protect your feet from the roughest off trail areas. I was extremely satisfied with their traction both bouldering and down scree fields. I have owned heavy weight boots like Montrail's Moraine AT and lighter boots like Lowa Klondike and Asolo Fugitive GTX. These are superior boots. Similar fit to the Lowa. Normally wear a size 12, but have Size 13 and fit perfect. Just got back from a trip in the Wind Rivers with extended uphill and downhill climbing without a leveling off. These boots easily handled 3500 feet elevation gain/loss over a couple of miles without any heel rubbing or toe jamming. In fact we jogged the last 3000' down.

Oboz Switchback

2009-08-03 06:22:52

Reviewer:Anonymous from Tally, FL

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These are the worst shoes I have ever purchased from Zappos. Before I even got them out of the box, the stench from the shoes was horrific. Whatever type of antimicrobial protection the company is spraying these shoes with is a huge turn-off. I thought airing them out would make a difference, but it didn't. And, they are not comfortable on the feet. I ordered a size up from my normal shoe size and wore two pairs of medium thick socks. Still, foot pain set in. Toebox too narrow and I have a medium width, size 8.5 flat foot. I would never recommend these shoes to anyone, and I want my money back on this purchase.

Oboz Teton Nubuck

2009-07-28 17:01:51

Reviewer:Anonymous

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Very pleased with my new Oboz Tetons. My sense is they run true to size. They offer very good support, the soles grip extremely well. I wore them for a four-mile in-town walk right out of the box and they were very comfortable. The next day I took them on a trail hike, which included a substantial clamber up a rocky incline and they were great! Highly recommended and a real bargain. Good-looking, too.

Oboz Burn

2009-06-14 19:05:34

Reviewer:Will V. from Durango

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I am a mid pack 100 miler and always seem to be looking for a good shoe. I bought these shoes about 1 1/2 months ago and have put about 150 trail miles on them. My runs include everything from mellow single track to steep and rocky to mountainous cross country. The shoes have felt great. They feel quite light and are neutral. I haven't felt any seams that rub on my feet and the tongue stays nicely in place. I've run up to 40+ miles at a time and have not had any blisters (though the Vaseline helps). The large and aggressive tread provides great traction on every surface I've encountered. The shoe does not drain as well as some others I've worn but it is not a big deal. Overall I think it is a great shoe.

Oboz Burn

2009-06-10 06:11:51

Reviewer:Brian L. from CT

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I liked the shoe for a bit but when worn for 25 miles it did not have enough support for my pronation problem!!! My ankle was killing me after!!! Too bad it felt really good but just not for my foot type.

Oboz Wind River

2009-05-18 13:39:10

Reviewer:Jay L from Connecticut

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I have tried quite a number of hiking boots in the past year, to no avail (Zappos can attest to that, they are super). The Oboz has been the only boot to fit my needs. The cushioning is excellent, especially in the forefoot (where most boots are lacking) and equally in the heel area. They are very stable and break in period is a couple of short hikes. The B-dry liner is breathable and very waterproof. The sole offers great grip on wet surfaces as well as dry. This is a boot that you can use for light day hikes as well as full packing for however long you want. They run 1/2 size small, so be aware of that.

Oboz Yellowstone

2009-03-19 14:03:07

Reviewer:Anonymous from Arlington, Virginia

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I heeded the advice of others here and ordered one size up from my normal size. Although the length is fine, the toe box feels tight. I wanted to like these shoes, but so far I'm unimpressed.

Oboz Yellowstone

2009-03-13 17:41:15

Reviewer:Todd S from Western Massachusetts

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I took a gamble buying these boots. I have narrow feet. First off, these boots are extremely light weight, which is a big plus. Good traction, but the tread pattern isn't a tight one & mud clogs the treads rather quickly. Good ankle support. These boots did fit my narrow feet, but on my left foot when I walked the boot’s top pinched into the base of where my toes meet my foot at roughly between the first & second set of eyelets. Good cupped heal. Downside is that on my right foot, which is my most narrow foot, the laces would not stay tight. I had to stop & tighten the laces periodically, which is a nuisance and developed a sub-par fit as I walked. Boots also have an odd upward banana-like bend to the sole between the ball of my foot & the toes when I'm standing idle on a flat surface. I don't feel these boots breath like Gore-Tex XCR material does. Didn't have a chance to test the water proof abilities. I do like the almost sporty appearance. Will be returning these boots mainly because of the laces not staying tight & the pinching I mention into my toe area. Oboz Yellowstone is a descent/solid boot, minus the negatives I experienced.

Oboz Ignition II

2009-03-07 15:23:16

Reviewer:Sk8ski from Seattle, WA

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I love this trail runner - This is the best running/trail shoe I've owned yet. It is supportive, yet cushy. The inner sock eliminates the need for a tongue, so there's no extra seams. It grips your foot well and supports it. My foot pronates, but this shoe seems to work without the added specialty insole.

Oboz Ignition

2009-01-14 07:34:06

Reviewer:Kiltrunner from Philadelphia, PA

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Great shoes - These are great trail running shoes. The bootie and lacing system keep the foot stable. The lugs are rugged and the soles are sticky on the rocks. The shoe fits close to size. This is my first pair and I am regretting not getting two.

Oboz Teton Nubuck

2008-11-05 05:49:30

Reviewer:Anonymous from Boston, MA

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Love these shoes...watch the size - I love these shoes. Very comfortable...planning on wearing them on a trip to London next week where we'll be doing lots of walking. One caution: I ALWAYS wear a size 7. In these (and another pair of Oboz) I needed a 6.5.

Oboz Ignition

2008-11-01 17:17:47

Reviewer:Kathy from Ohio

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Gave these lots of wear, even some yard work. They are so comfortable and machine-washed well. Loss of a small amt of fleece, cushioning still like new. Back for another pair.

Oboz Yellowstone

2008-09-02 06:23:26

Reviewer:Jon from Chaffee County, CO

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Solid boot - I live in the mountains in Colorado. I put these boots on and went for a 7 mile hike (above timberline in rocky terrain). At first I thought they were rubbing my ankles, but they quickly broke in (about 200 steps) and were very comfortable and dry. I have been wearing them for about a week and have done a lot of hiking. I really like these boots. I don't know if I would use them for multi-day backpacking trips. (I have pair of Vasque Wasatch GTX for that.) These are good solid boots that are well suited to hiking in the Rocky Mountains and are good looking as well. (I use these with Sole Ultra arch supports and they are accommodated quite well.)

Oboz Yellowstone

2008-08-15 12:26:01

Reviewer:Midnightson from Bethel, Alaska

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If ordering on-line - Found these boots to be smaller than the size- I would recommend ordering 1/2 to one size up for a good fit.

Oboz Yellowstone

2008-07-21 18:31:19

Reviewer:Hiker B from Michigan

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Hiker Bill - Over all the boot is great. The only draw back I have with the boot is the toe box. It could be a bit wider for me. Maybe not tapered so much at the toe. Plus side, it’s dry, hugs my heel very well, and has good traction going up and down.

Oboz Yellowstone

2008-07-06 00:17:25

Reviewer:Anonymous from St. Louis

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The fit is amazing. Comfort, rugged, waterproof, and stylish all rolled up into one great shoe. Oboz is one of the best.

Oboz Ignition

2008-05-22 16:50:26

Reviewer:Happy F from San Clemente, CA

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Happy Feet - San Clemente, CA. I am a hiker, mountain biker and runner who received a severe injury to my foot in the Vietnam War. I love my outdoor sports but have never found true lasting comfort in a outdoor performance shoe. I have had my Oboz ignitions for three months now. I love them. They are my multi sport shoe of choice.

Oboz Yellowstone

2008-05-13 13:31:45

Reviewer:Aj B from Denver, Colorado

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Yellowstone strikes gold - I bought a pair of the Yellowstone's on minimal knowledge about the product or the company. So far so good. It didn't take long for me to break them in and enjoy the full potential of these versatile boots. Not only do they look great, but they feel great. I have already recommended these boots to a few friends, and won't hesitate to recommend them to you. As far as the delivery is concerned, I ordered them on a Monday and received them on Tuesday afternoon with free delivery to boot! Overall these boots can stand up to the most rugged terrain and can pass for a casual outing with the family.

Oboz Ignition

2008-05-05 11:21:19

Reviewer:Anonymous from Charlottesville, VA

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Great Shoes - Great fit and comfort with the booty construction. The shoes have great rubber, excellent traction. Good support overall and very lightweight. A little hard to get on the first couple of times due to the booty, but becomes easier and easier after that.

Oboz Switchback

2008-04-27 06:13:07

Reviewer:Kelly from Fayetteville, NY

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Amazing... I wore these for the first time yesterday after a morning weight lifting workout...so, I was already sore. We traversed a 3-4 mile trail of stone, wood chips, asphalt, you name it...amazingly comfortable, like I had worn them for months. I have flat feet, these have great arch support, as well as a reasonable snugness all around, I am thrilled to have found this shoe...not sexy to look at, but gets the job done very well...Kelly

Oboz Yellowstone

2008-03-30 08:22:59

Reviewer:Mike from N.W. Arkansas

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Comfy - I was skeptical about buying these, made by a relatively new company. I've only had these a few weeks so I can’t say a lot about durability but, they seem well built. A hybrid boot/tennis shoe, very comfortable for everyday use. I added some arch support to mine, a little more of a negative heel than my last pair. Would probably not be suited to a heavy pack but are nice for light hikes and everyday use on concrete floors. Comfortable right out of the box, no hot spots. Waterproof membrane works well so far. Zappos upgraded my shipping, can’t say enough good things about Zappos. I really liked the comfort of my Vasque Catalyst, but they left black marks and I never really liked the look. These Oboz look better and are every bit as comfortable. If they hold up well I will buy another pair. Hope this helps...