Mid-foot hiking boots are a stylish way to enhance your hiking experience. They allow you to change your shape and feet can be protected in case of rough terrain. They also offer some stability to keep your balance while scaling hills or dancing around on the floor in a forest.
These boots are usually made from rubber or foam, which Adds stability to the foot when climbing hills or walking. The foam helps keep the foot comfortable and up-held during long periods of time spent hiking.
The rubberized outsoles provide adequate traction for increased safety while climbing. These shoes are usually black, brown, and/or green due to the nature of the terrain they hike through.
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Material
Oboz’s mid-hiking boot is made out of a durable, water resistant suede. This material is very resistant to stains, tears, and heat wear. In fact, the boots are designed to withstand almost constant use while hiking.
Because of the suede material, this boot does not have many places to wear down the heel. As a result, this boot needs to be maintained very well. Luckily, the boots are expensive to replace!
Another downside to the suede is that it can get hot under a hat or hatband. Because it is water resistant, you must be careful that you do not melt it if you are hotening up in warm weather.
The final material that we discuss in this bullet point is lining. The mid-hiking boot has a padding in the upper part of the foot which has an exposed seam which sticks out.
Comfortable
Mid-foot oboz hiking boots are comfortable because the shape is designed to fit your foot well. They also stay on your feet well due to the shape and comfort of the boot.
The upper of the boot is made from leather with a durable suede lining. This makes it withstands wear and tear well, especially if you are doing some heavy hiking or hiking daily activities.
These boots are also designed with good support so you do not stress out when you are walking and climbing. The sturdiness helps you keep a good posture as you walk and climb, which is important for longevity.
Fun fact: There was an internet meme called the mid-hiking boot scapegoat that went viral around 2017 because of how irritating it was to see someone in such a bad hiker stance when going up or down hills.
Durable
Obozo Mid Hiking Boot is one of the best budget hiking boots you can buy. It has solid construction and will last you for years to come. The leather is durable and will last you through many hikes and outdoors experiences.
You can depend on this boot for years!
The footbed is strong enough to withstand heavy weightlifting as well as hiking in rugged terrain. The heel is high enough to ensure you are always comfortable while hiking.
This boot is also durable enough to hold up well on long hikes, so if you are looking for a quick hike or weekend trip then this boot is perfect! They are also good for traveling as they do not wear out quickly via transportation due to their sturdyness. They are easy to get on and off which makes them perfect for military operations or emergency situations.
Scratch resistant
Scratch resistant is one of the main reasons people buy hiking boots. However, there are ways to make them scratch resistant without expensive add-on materials. Recent technology makes it easy to enhance your boot’s scratch resistance. You can do this at home!
At home, you can use a Scotch-brite pad to clean off scratches on your shoes. Or, you can buy some kind of Scratch Guard coating sold as a shoe polish or an oil that’s applied to the top of your shoe. It must be applied and removed regularly to maintain its quality of protection.
My personal favorite way to protect my shoes is with a 100% cotton ball and some rubbing alcohol. I just wring out the ball before each hike and wipe off any scuffing that may have occurred while walking in my boots. It is also possible to buy such products as individually packaged sets including the ScHacT guard oil or shoe polish.
Waterproof
This is one of the biggest strengths of the Oboz mid hiking boot. While most hiking boots are waterproofed by being glued or sealed into the boot, the Oboz does not have this feature. This makes it slightly easier to stay dry while hiking in heavy rain or during snow sports like avalanche rescue.
This is great for two reasons. First, many people do not want to spend extra money on this feature because it can make a huge difference in how warm your feet are and how well they stick together in water. Second, if you do need to waterproof the boot, it is very easy to do. All you have to do is apply some canned spray or adhesive on the inside of the footbed and slide them on!
The second strength of this boot is that it makes it easier to change direction while uphill or downhill. Because there is no glueing into place footbeds, you can easily put more pressure on the next step.
Lace attachment
Some mid hiking boots have a lace attachment at the top. This allows you to easily attach a belt or a locket. This is an attractive feature that some boots have.
In this way, these boots are similar to running shoes, where you can add a belt or a locket to increase your comfort while hiking. These attachments are nice enough to feature as an extra cost item!
Another benefit of the top-lacing boot is that it can be adjusted more easily than lower-lacing boots. With the top-lacing boot, you can get a better fit more easily.
Mid hiking boots are a good fit for people who want comfort and ease of foot placement. Those who are looking for speed may want lower-looking hiking boots to achieve faster walking speeds.
Sole material
Most mid-hiking boots have a soft, flimsy sole material. This can be either synthetic soles or natural soles. Both options have their pros and cons.
Synthetic soles are more durable and lasting. However, they are not natural, which means they do not have the potential to heal if you get a cut. Due to this, it is important to keep your boot overlay or liner in good condition so it benefits from the boot’s wear.
Natural soles do not hold up as well to abuse as synthetic soles. If you were hoping your feet would look nice for years on years of wear, sorry! You must buy the right fit and thickness of leather for your boot size to prevent water damage or molded toes/feet.
Arch support
Oboz is one of the few companies that makes mid-height hiking boots with anarchic support. These boots have a little bit of a lie-down pillow under the arch to provide support while you hike.
It is important to know what type of hiking boot you have and which type of hiker you are, so this feature is not for everyone. Those who do not need this support would probably want to look at more low-heeled hiking shoes or boots.
The benefit to having this support is that you will feel more stable as you hike, which can save you from trip-and-fall injuries.