Oboz

These feel like cradles for my feet. The arch support is the best I've found outside of buy-them-extra-for-$40 and up insoles. I also tried the Merrell Moab 2 and it was close between the two, but these just fit my feet better and didn't squeak on the floor. I liked the the Moab 2 had a rubbery bit on the bump-toe, but these also looked better on. Can't wait to go hiking!

Before pulling the trigger I tried on many, many boots. I couldn't find any that were less than $120 USD that had the kind of ankle support which is necessary for backpacking. Those boots have proper, snuggish fit starting above the ankle all the way down to the heel. When you lace them up tight your foot stays in place. The boot is stiff in the body which is good because it forces the your foot to not work as much. The materials are good quality. My only gripe is that the boot feels wide, but my foot is rather narrow, I have never owned a pair of W shoes. BONUS -- The boots comes with two pairs of laces! One pair is the accent color of the boot , the other the main color. This isn't advertised anywhere on the web. ;)

Great shoe, I have worn for over three months and this shoe holds up during all conditions. I have a pair of Solomon shoes and this shoe has better support and is more comfortable. This is the first pair of booze I own and will defintely consider the brand in the future

Great shoes. Sad to say they are shaped in a way that didn't quite fit my brace. So close. The search continues for a good light hiking shoe.

Not for a low volume foot. And the sole is a bit too stiff for my silly foot and so forces it to roll. The Vasque Traverse is a better low volume shoe. You might also try the Oboz Mesa which should be better for low volume though possibly need thicker socks. Oboz is a very well made brand!

Nice boots, but I need a 9.5 instead so will reorder them.

Have had these for a few years. Use them for hiking in the NC mountains. I wear a 7.5 and they feel true to size. I have a narrow heel and they don't slip at all! They are great hikers and a great low top option. Good traction too.

This is my third pair of Oboz Sawtooth. They provide great support and are very durable. I wear them practically every day for hiking with my dog and elsewhere. They are not clunky like some other hiking shoes. They also come up high enough around my heel whereas some other hiking shoes are rather low fitting around the heel. I generally add my own insert into the shoe to provide more support. Great product!

This is a great shoe. I was trying to find a pair that was comfortable until I can have foot surgery. I think I am going to have to have the surgery first.

I am very pleased with the fit and durabilty of my Oboz Wawtooth hikers so tried these as an alternative design, I wanted something that had a different look but the same great comfort as the Sawtooth. Unfortunately these have a little different construction around the back of the heal, the shoe pushed in on my Achilles tendon quite a bit, so they are going back.

I wear a size 10 in dress shoes, and 10.5 in sneakers and an 11 in these. My foot is narrow, especially at the heel. These fit great.

This is my second pair, but I got the wide this time and they are perfect. First had the 9.5 in black & really liked the all over charcoal scheme. The toe box was a little snug for me, had to trim toenails short and there wasn't much wiggle room but size 10 was too big in the ankle and heel. They feel so nimble & the rolled heel makes walking so smooth. After two years of outdoor field work in mud, rain, sand, they blew out on the sides of the forefoot. They were waterproof for a long time, even in downpours and standing in a packhouse with hoses spraying everywhere. The 9.5 wide fits PERFECT. Larger toe box, but not a noticeably wider sole or heel, which is just what I needed. I wasn't sure I'd like the brown color, but its really muted, like chocolate. These are my favorite boots. Really love the smooth design of the uppers with minimal stuff going on. Thoughtfully designed, really shaped to fit a foot, and just love the rounded heel! Too many boots have a big chunky squared heel that feels like it jolts my leg when I walk, like Keens. I wear a women's 10.5 shoes, 11 in boots,or EU 42, but often find myself trying on men's shoes to get the width.

I bought these boots for some serious day hiking and light backpacking. I was looking for something a little more structured than my Keens, but not overly heavy. Break in period was minimal and after a few 5-10 mile hikes I did 25 miles over the CD trail in RMNP, CO. At about the 22 mile mark my feet were tired and I should have stopped to check my boots. As they loosened up I got some rocks in the heels of my socks and they rubbed blisters. I was able to put the same boots on the next 3 days of my trip and continue hiking without pain. I've worn the boots several miles since w/o trouble. Boots do run 1/2 size to full size smaller and maybe on the narrower side, which fit my needs. Felt very safe in all terrain and kept my feet dry through many creek and stream crossings. Love the red color!

Comfortable trail shoe that didn't require a breaking in period. They seemed to run 1/2 size small and will fit a narrow/normal width foot. I have flat feet and these provide good arch support and a deep heel cup to to stabilize the foot. If you like a cushy insole these are not the shoes for you. That being said, you can remove the insole and replace with another type of insole. These are my first trail shoes and the nice folks at Oboz were so patient in answering my questions and helping me select the correct shoes.

These are very nice boots. The footbed seemed really hard so I bought good quality insoles in place of original ones. The boots are nice and comfortable with them. Boots seem to hold up well under heavy use even.

This is my second pair of Oboz, and the reason I keep coming back is the great construction, soles and wide toebox. I have plantar fasciitis as well as bunions, so a wide toe box is a must, as well as having great shock absorption in the heel, which Oboz definitely delivers. These also fit what I was looking for in a summer hiking shoe- ventilated, non-waterproof so my feet don't melt, and great, grippy sole. I do with they came in different colors however. And, as anyone with Oboz shoes knows, the insert is very supportive but also extremely stiff. I put a pair of memory foam Aetrex inserts into my Oboz which my feet appreciate.

My first pair of OBOZ!! Wow! From the beginning they fit my foot well and did not need break in time. Immediately went on a hike and they were awesome. I wear them every day because they are so comfortable and they give me a very stable feeling. From hiking, horse barn, vineyard work, they fit every activity well. So glad I spent the money and got them. I just ordered by husband a pair and hope he loves them as much as I do.

These shoes are a good match for my foot type. I wear size 10.5, but usually have to order 11s to get a proper fit. I ordered 10.5 and it actually fits great. The Oboz Sawtooth has ample toe box without sacrificing a snug fit in the ankle.

Well constructed, thick leather, sturdy shoe. Am still breaking in but fairly comfortable. Had to get a thicker insole to take up space as they seem a touch wider than my usual brands which are Vasque, Salomon, Teva, and Columbia. The loops holding the shoelaces are kinda tight...I can see difficulty threading them when it comes time to replace.

I have a narrow foot. The insole did not fit the shape of my foot--it felt like there was a lump under my heel. I probably could have done something about that, but the underside of the tongue was lumpy and sharp edged. It was also thin with little padding and you could feel the laces through it. It started to irritate the top of my foot after just a few minutes trying it on at home. I purchased 1/2 size larger than my street shoes --which I normally do in these type of shoes--and the length was fine. I tested the grip on some wet tiles and they didn't slip, so I was disappointed that I could not keep them. I was hoping to replace some older Merrells which were slippery.