Oboz Footwear Gallatin Trail Shoes - Oiled Nubuck (For Women)
By Deenibeeni
from Sugarloaf, CA on 05/14/2012
Pros:
Comfortable, Great Traction, Lightweight, Pronation Control, Stabilizes Foot, Sturdy
Best Uses:
Mixed Terrain, Paved Trails, Rocky/Unstable Terrain
Describe Yourself:
Avid hiker, Endless stairclimber
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Well, I did not think I would ever like a shoe as much as my Asolo Transits. As soon as the Oboz (Obozes?) came out of the box I could tell they were high-quality shoes. Lightweight but VERY rugged outsole, and I appreciate the rubber toe protection. The fit was very good; roomy but in a good way, not too big. I went on a hike immediately; very rocky and steep, with some parts where the dirt is very hard packed and almost slippery, and I felt completely secure. The laces never came untied, which I can't say about Asolos. I have very flat arches and my feet felt well supported against pronation. The only negative I came up with is that they are a little...orthopedic looking...compared to my Asolos. Out on the trail it's certainly not going to matter, but it's the only reason they didn't get 5 stars. Still. I think I will really like these. I can't speak to durability since I've only owned them for a couple of hours. My dogs sniffed them and did approve. Re the color, I'm not sure why they called it plum. It just looks tan to me.