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The Oboz Katabatic trail running shoe in the mountains of Montana.
Blog Trail Tales
Fastest Known Time Meets the Katabatic Wind

Before this project began, I was oblivious to Fastest Known Times (FKT)and the growing community around them. Whenever I heard or read about an FKT, it was usually in reference to a blistering fast thru-hike or some professional athlete attempting an unimaginable amount of vert in a tiny amount of time.

Derick Lugo rests in a canoe on a lake wearing Oboz trail sandals.
Blog Trail Tales
A Journey Through the Boundary Waters

During my preparation for my upcoming adventure in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW), I pondered the fact that this would mark my first ever canoe outing.

Oboz ambassador Kylie Yang lays on a frozen lake during winter hike.
Blog Trail Tales
A Date with a Trail

Love is in the air and in Oboz-fashion we are spending our Valentine's Day out on a 'date' with the trails that we can't get enough of. Throughout the month, our Oboz Ambassador team went on a date with their favorite trails and captured moments and stories along the way. Getting outside in the winter months can be a challenge, especially for those living in colder locations! Read on to hear more from the Ambassador's adventures - and lace up for a date with your favorite trail!

Large bridge over a river on the East Coast on an overcast day.
Blog Trail Tales
5 Trails to Hike in Winter on the East Coast

Here are five trails for all types of hikes: whether it’s thru-hiking the entire trail, a weekend section hike or a short day hike. The adventure is yours to choose.

Oboz President Amy Beck smiling on a local Bozeman trail during the wintertime
Blog Trail Tales
Leading the Way

Celebrating women’s achievement, raising awareness about discrimination, and taking action to drive gender parity is the collective movement as we #embraceequity for this International Women's Day taking place on March 8th, 2023.  

Camping in the Oboz x Skida Puffy Shoe.
Blog Trail Tales
Out East: Tips For Exploring Fall in New England

For many, it’s the start of apple cider and pumpkin lattes, while for others it’s the pinnacle of hiking weather which draws thousands of visitors to the Northeast every year. Whether you’re just leaf peeping or exploring deeper into the foliage, here are some tips you should know before making your way out East.

Juliet Kennedy snowshoeing on a beautiful winter day.
Blog Trail Tales
Snowshoeing with Oboz

Many people view the onset of winter as an end to the hiking season, snowshoeing is a great way to extend your trekking adventures. The beauty of snowshoeing is that it isn’t an overly complicated skill you have to learn, it can be as simple as walking your favorite trail in a different season. Snowshoeing doesn’t just have to be a peaceful stroll through the forest, it can also be as epic and adventurous as navigating untouched terrain in the remote wilderness. 

Two people snowshoe in in deep snow wearing Oboz Bridger Insulated hiking boots.
Blog Partners
Bridger Ski Foundation

Bridger Ski Foundation (BSF) is a nonprofit community ski organization based in our hometown, Bozeman, Montana. BSF provides and funds educational and competitive programs for all ages, year-round, in Nordic, Alpine, Freeskiing, Freestyle, Freeride, and Snowboarding.

Trail sign warning hikes to "Please Stay on Trail" due to snakes
Blog Trail Tales
Snakes on a Trail

If you frequently hike or spend lots of time in nature, it is extremely important that you are aware of any possible dangers.