Overgrown trails below treeline followed by knife-edge ridgeline scrambles en route to the summit are what pull you towards the mountains, so it only makes sense to wear shoes as adept at mountain travel as the Oboz Men's Bridger Low Hiking Shoes. Conceived in the mountains of Montana, the Bridger is designed for the kind of hikes where trail traffic is minimal and the obvious path often ends before you reach your destination. The boots are equipped with a waterproof, breathable membrane to repel moisture from rain, puddles, and creek crossings, while a sturdy combination of nubuck leather and textile make the boots durable enough to withstand heavy and repeated use in the mountains. Oboz sandwiched the boot's TPU chassis between an aggressive rubber sole and cushioned EVA midsole, then added a nylon shank for added stability when traversing sloping trails and ascending steep scree.