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Oboz partnered with The Station Foundation to help build the SOCOM Trail, bringing energy, resources, and passion to the project. Together, Oboz and the Station improved trail access for active-duty and retired Special Forces Warriors.
After a long day of trekking it's easy to pull off your hiking shoes and toss them out of sight and out of mind. While we encourage the use a post-hike comfort shoe, we'd ask you to think twice about tossing your footwear.
Your eyes are trained to find a white trail blaze. It could be on a sign, a tree, or even on a rock. Heck, you’ve even been walking up to 20-miles a day and haven’t missed one yet...Except that time you took a blue blaze trail to a shelter and didn’t come back the same way. Let’s not be sticklers about that now. I’ll save that for a different blog post.
Proper footwear is key to any successful adventure. Choosing the right hiking boot, running shoe, or everyday footwear may seem almost as challenging as the hike itself. Peter Carioscia has 20 years of experience in fitting shoes and he's here to take the stress out of your next footwear purchase.
Discover the key to comfort and performance with Oboz Footwear's guide on shoe fit. Learn the three essential questions to ask yourself to ensure your footwear is the perfect fit for your outdoor activities. If your hiking boots or shoes are too small, you risk getting blisters. If they’re too big, you risk rolling your ankle. Stay safe on all your hikes by finding your true size.
In contrast, Dan Cavaliere consistently embraced the trail, on foot and bike. His enduring passion for the outdoors is evident. Read on to learn more about the amazing work Dan does with Jeffco Open Space; a Colorado group dedicated to maintaining and preserving open spaces.
I wasn't familiar with Buddy Teaster and Soles4Souls before this interview, but the little I knew gave me a sense that our conversation would be engaging. In the initial moments of our chat, I felt a connection with Buddy. He's not only a skilled conversationalist but also a genuinely kind person.
Through spending time immersed in nature, I have found a way of incorporating (mental) rest into my life, a crucial step for me in healing from trauma. After a year locked indoors during a global pandemic, I needed some way to force myself to get outside. And, boy oh boy, did I get just that.
Discover the ultimate guide on getting involved in your local trails! Explore tips from Doris Wang on all things trails at Oboz Footwear. Start your journey towards outdoor adventure today!
