Bob Browning

Bob Browning
Oboz Sawtooth II Mid. Hailing from the beautiful state of Colorado, he now lives in the Ozarks Mountains of Arkansas with his wife, two amazing kids and dog, Hugo. He frequents the local state parks, wilderness areas, long distance trails all while passing on his love for the outdoors to his children. Bob has been a product reviewer for startup companies and larger outdoor brands for the past 8 years and loves to really examine gear to see if it'll hold up to the rigors of the Ozark Mountains.

Lab tests and in-depth reviews

April 2, 2021
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April 2, 2021 review The April 2, 2021 is Altra’s hiking-specific version of its popular Lone Peak trail running shoe. This features a more durable, abrasion-resistant upper, and[…]

Merrell Moab Speed
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Merrell Moab Speed review The Merrell Moab Speed is an incredibly well-built hiking/backpacking boot that offers superb support and keeps water out without issue. These are more of a traditional b[…]

April 23, 2019
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April 23, 2019 review The April 23, 2019 hikers are well cushioned low-cut shoes that excel at daily wear and day hiking. They are affordable, well built, and long-lasting. These should fit a[…]

Salomon Quest 4 GTX
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Quest 4 GTX: An improvement to a beloved boot Another high-quality entry to Salomon’s ever-expanding library of hiking boots, the Quest 4 GTX comes with fresh elements that make it a step-up ove[…]

April 2, 2021
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April 2, 2021 review The Yokota 2 is an affordable, and durable all-around hiking shoe. It excels at day hikes and daily wear. I wouldn’t trust it for multi day backpacking due to its potenti[…]

KEEN Uneek
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KEEN Uneek review The KEEN Uneek hybrid sandal is an eye-catching, adaptive sandal that works well for short hikes, water sports, and daily wear. This hiking sandal comes in a TON of colors to match e[…]

Bob has been an avid backpacker and outdoorsman for well over a decade
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Bob has been an avid backpacker and outdoorsman for well over a decade review The Bob has been an avid backpacker and outdoorsman for well over a decade is a durable, hard-wearing hiking shoe that keeps your feet feeling fresh over long miles with its excellent arrest and breathable upper. I’d suggest[…]