Three women did in-depth testing of the Juniper Mid Waterproof. Here are a few excerpts:
"The durability of the boots has been outstanding. I still...
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Slip these insulated, waterproof, low-cut shoes on anytime your winter errand run doesn’t require tromping through deep snow. The casual yet classic style means you...
OBOZ SAPPHIRE MID WATERPROOF
Our take: A women's-specific last is one thing, but volume isn't the only thing that tends to differ between men's and women's...
The Oboz Bridger Bdry women’s hiking shoe proved to have the highest level of protection against trail hazards of any of the shoes contained in...
The Best Women's Light Hiking Boots
In our 2017 test, the best overall women’s light hiking boot was the Oboz Sawtooth Mid BDry. To test this...
Review: Oboz Bridger 8" Insulated
Chris McCarthy
It’s rare to find a boot that works well in so many different environments, but that is exactly...
Consider this boot if (a) you love to snowshoe and need 400-gram insulation for warmth and a heelpiece to keep straps in place, or (b)...
Best For: Long day hikes.
The Test: A workhorse build—tough synthetic leather with a reinforced rubber toe and heel guard—made this hiker punch above...
This boot can tackle classic long routes like the Appalachian Trail, thanks to a flexible upper paired with a light rubber outsole that allows for...
A tough outsole and durable upper make this all-terrain hiking boot the choice for rough trails.
Support
Thanks to the super-thick EVA midsole and burly forefoot plate...
The Traverse serves up the feel of a sneaker - and breaks in right out of the box - but with enough support for steep...
Verdict I wore these on early-spring dayhikes in southern Utah and was impressed by the grippiness in all conditions, thanks to deep outsole lugs and...
The best day-to-day hikers are equally tough and easy on the feet. The Crest Low B-DRY passes that test. Speed lacing secures the shoe, a...
Sure, you’ve got your muck boots—as well as that bomber pair of 12-year-old, hand-me-down Sorels—that are great for mid-winter snowy days, but too hot to...
Need one shoe to deal with everything from digging out your car to walking the dog or heading out on a snowshoe adventure? Then this...
One of our favorite all-arounders gets winterized.
Durability We’ve been fans of the Oboz Bridger for years, in large part due to the...
This scrappy Montana brand is small with a huge and devoted following. This boot, designed specifically for women, sports tough, abrasion–resistant material plus a...
Hikers who don’t need ankle support will still get durable, protective construction from this tough low-cut hiking boot.
One tester pummeled a single pair of Bridger...
What makes a shoe stand out? If they are created by a brand with clear vision, with a conscientious plan to do better — that’s...
For big loads and steep, off-trail terrain, I want solid support and stability without excess weight. The Sawtooth delivers, thanks to the midsole’s relatively light...
The Best Summer Hiking Boots of 2017
We tested dozens of boots last season. These 10 stood out for their versatility, durability, and comfort.
Best For: A...
The first thing that struck me about the Oboz Firebrand II hiking shoes is that although they have a solid/rugged design they are still fairly...
The unassuming Scapegoat Low can stand up to serious punishment on the trail – whether you are traversing the sharp rocks of Maine’s Appalachian Trail...
The aggressive lugs and pronounced heel cut on this nubuck leather hiker held fast whether we were climbing rocky, scree-choked gullies or descending mud-slicked trails...
Our take: If you want a shoe that rides like a trail runner but wears like a light hiker, look no further. Oboz designed the...
Whether stomping up steep trails or bounding over crags on pack-laden escapes, the Bridger proved tough and stable. The 1-lb., 3-oz boot offered enough cushion...
WHY WE LIKE IT: With a sturdy leather upper and above-average support, the Bridger B-DRY Waterproof delivers more than ample protection for on-and off-trail adventures...