Get ready, outdoor enthusiasts! Oboz Footwear has just released the latest addition to its acclaimed Bridger collection: the Bridger Ridge GTX. This new hiking boot, set to hit the market in spring 2025, promises to elevate your trekking experience with its blend of durability and comfort, making it the ideal choice for challenging trails and heavy loads.

According to Dan Wehunt, the Director of Product Management & Design at Oboz, “The Bridger Ridge GTX is our new benchmark for rugged trail boots – it’s designed for big days and bigger packs. Given all that, it still feels light on the foot and provides a comfortable ride mile after mile, regardless of the terrain and weather.”

What sets the Bridger Ridge GTX apart? Its GORE-TEX PFAS-Free ePE membrane ensures that your feet remain dry and comfortable, no matter the conditions. The membrane is not just waterproof but also highly breathable and windproof, keeping dust and dirt at bay for added protection on those exposed trails.

The boot's upper is crafted from premium full-grain nubuck leather sourced from a Leather Working Group Gold Certified tannery, enhancing durability while the 3D molded TPU caps around the heel and toe areas contribute to stability and protection. The innovative design includes a flexible textile in the upper that allows for free movement, perfect for steep climbs and improving breathability.

With a collar height of 6.5 inches, the Bridger Ridge GTX is fashioned with a unique memory foam blend that contours to your foot for outstanding comfort. This same foam is strategically placed in the heel area, locking your foot in place for superior support during long hikes.

Underneath, the shoe features Oboz's proprietary KINERTIA+ EVA midsole, made with 10% bio-based sugarcane, providing excellent energy return and adaptability to various terrains. A 3D molded TPU Trail Chassis enhances torsional stability and offers underfoot protection. Meanwhile, the Trail Tread™ rubber outsole, with its multidirectional 5mm lug pattern, ensures unparalleled slip resistance and grip, making it a reliable choice for any adventure.

Additionally, the Bridger Ridge GTX comes equipped with the Oboz Rugged Trail Insole. Specifically designed for the rigors of long hikes and backpacking trips, this insole features closed-cell PU to deliver extended comfort and support, even on rugged terrain.

Available now in both men's and women's styles, the Bridger Ridge GTX is poised to become your favorite hiking boot.

About Oboz Footwear

Founded in Bozeman, Montana, Oboz Footwear creates outdoor footwear that cultivates a deep connection to nature through hiking. Inspired by the stunning Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, Oboz prioritizes fit, feel, and performance. As a certified B Corp, each pair sold contributes to reforestation efforts by planting trees—making a positive impact for our planet, one boot at a time. To learn more about their offerings, visit obozfootwear.com.

Prepare for your next adventure with the Bridger Ridge GTX—where comfort meets performance! Don't miss out; your feet deserve this level of protection and support when taking on the great outdoors!