Finding the right shoes is a game changer for your hikes. It takes time to try on a lot of shoes until you find that perfect one…and you’ll know immediately.
I selected Oboz hiking boots after going into an REI looking for a specific style and brand. The staff member encouraged me to try a few. They took the time to bring out multiple brands and styles to let me see what worked best. As soon as I slid on this boot, I knew it was the one.
What I was looking for:
- Comfort – i’m going to spend a lot of time in these. I want to make sure they are comfortable when I put them on, but also have a little space as my foot swells.
- Support – I always look for support in my arches. But these were my first hiking boots. Now I know that the support around the ankle can be essential on hikes
- Color – Yes, I’m one of those. I wanted something that was happy and fun. I didn’t want another brown pair of hiking shoes.
My thoughts:
I love these boots. I know I’m going to get the support I need when I hit the trails.
They are really hot, so I have also purchased a pair of hiking shoes (review is coming soon) for hot summer days and when I don’t need as much support.