Oboz

Founded in 2007, Oboz is an outdoor shoe company based in Bozeman, Montana, a location that inspires every step of its design process. Surrounded by rugged mountains, dense forests and winding trails, Oboz designs footwear with performance, durability and comfort in mind. Whether you’re hiking, running, portaging or just exploring, Oboz shoes are engineered to enhance your experience in the outdoors. MEC is home to several fantastic Oboz products in-store or online.

Designed for comfort and performance

Oboz approaches footwear through a lens of biomechanics and engineering, ensuring that every shoe supports natural movement while providing stability on uneven terrain. A key feature in all Oboz shoes is the premium footbed, which offers arch support, cushioning and shock absorption. Unlike standard insoles, Oboz footbeds are designed to cradle the foot, reducing fatigue and increasing comfort during long treks. Every detail of an Oboz shoe is carefully crafted, from the protective toe caps that shield against rocks and roots to the durable outsoles that provide reliable grip on a variety of surfaces. The midsole construction balances flexibility and support, making Oboz footwear suitable for everything from casual walks to high-mileage backpacking trips.

Tested in the wild

Oboz hiking shoes and boots are put to the test in the rugged terrain of Yellowstone National Park, ensuring they can handle real-world trail conditions. Their lineup includes sturdy hiking boots that provide ankle support for carrying heavy loads, lightweight trail shoes that allow for fast movement over technical terrain and breathable sandals for warm-weather adventures. For wet conditions, Oboz’s B-Dry waterproof technology keeps feet dry on rainy hikes, slushy winter walks and damp portages. The breathable yet waterproof membrane allows moisture to escape while preventing water from getting in, keeping your feet comfortable in all weather.

Oboz’s commitment to sustainability

Oboz doesn’t just create footwear for outdoor adventures—it also works to protect the environment. For every pair of shoes sold, Oboz plants a tree in partnership with Trees for the Future. This initiative has resulted in the planting of more than five million trees, helping to restore ecosystems and improve communities.