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The Sawtooth Ascent Mid Waterproof leans toward durability and support for hikers who want more boot than a lightweight mid.
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The Sawtooth X Pro Mid GTX is the more protective performance option in the Sawtooth group.
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Check current options on Amazon â| Model | Weather protection | Build | Terrain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oboz Sawtooth Ascent Mid Waterproof | Waterproof version | Supportive | Rugged trails and longer days |
| Oboz Sawtooth X Pro Mid GTX Waterproof | Waterproof version | Supportive | Rocky, wet and demanding trail |
The Sawtooth Ascent Mid Waterproof leans toward durability and support for hikers who want more boot than a lightweight mid.
Allow enough toe room for descents, but reject heel lift instead of trying to hide it with overly tight laces.
Check Oboz Sawtooth Ascent Mid Waterproof with Oboz âThe Sawtooth X Pro Mid GTX is the more protective performance option in the Sawtooth group.
Confirm that its added structure flexes in the right place for your foot and does not create pressure at the ankle or instep.
Check Oboz Sawtooth X Pro Mid GTX Waterproof with Oboz âCompare flex point, collar pressure and loaded descents instead of treating more boot as automatically safer.
Oboz Hiking Boots buying guide â Current Oboz hiking mids compared across lighter Katabatic and more protective Sawtooth directions.
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