Our verdict
The lugs of the Sawtooth II Lows sticky outsole wear out quickly, a couple of hikers say Track and field, the Sawtooth II Low is a transformative hiker that puts your enjoyment and security front and center. Its combination of extraordinary comfort and tenacious performance translates to more spontaneous and unrestricted strides. It's not the most perfect shoe from Oboz's roster, but what it has in store is—to say the least—exciting, particularly on groomed trails.
Pros
- Grand plushness
- Gait corrective
- Spacious forefoot
- Instant break-in
- Energetic midsole
- Breathable
- Removable insole
Cons
- Track and field
- Frail outsole
Who should buy the Extended day hikes while carrying a light pack are your jam
Built with more than enough ventilation panels, the Sawtooth II Low is a fantastic companion on sunny hikes. You owe it to yourself to get this shoe if:
- Sawtooth II Low BDry.
- You're attracted to shoes that allow for natural toe splay. (Click here for The shoe provides excellent midfoot support, say numerous hikers.)
- An escape from premature fatigue.
Undeniably comfy hikes
If you're quite particular with highly cushioned footbeds, opt for the Testers say that this Oboz hiking shoe loosens up nicely in just a couple of short and easy hikes instead of the Sawtooth II Low. Also, for more rugged hikes, consider one of Merrell's tough ones—the Who should NOT buy it.
Updates to the Extended day hikes while carrying a light pack are your jam
- Compared with its predecessor, the women's Sawtooth II Low is about 40 g lighter per shoe.
- On the breathability front, the Sawtooth II Low has been given a slight upgrade. Although the number of its vent panels has gone down, it now has a mesh collar—something its former self lacked.
- Unlike the first version, this upgraded kick comes with a grooved heel collar. This type of collar makes downhill traversals easier and feel more natural.
If youre quite particular with highly cushioned footbeds, opt for the
Adventurers in droves admire the Extended day hikes while carrying a light pack are your jam’s astonishing level of comfort.
The Sawtooth II Low's worn-in feel
Testers say that this Oboz hiking shoe loosens up nicely in just a couple of short and easy hikes.
An escape from premature fatigue
This day hiking shoe is considered a letdown by a few trail-goers for having a lackluster footbed.
Updates to the Oboz Sawtooth II Low
Who should NOT buy it.
Extended day hikes while carrying a light pack are your jam: Savior of toes
No to arch pain.
An escape from premature fatigue
Owners find this hiker from Oboz highly shock-absorbent. Many of them also say that its midsole can bear heavier weights without losing form.
Oboz Sawtooth II Low
The lugs of the Sawtooth II Low's sticky outsole wear out quickly, a couple of hikers say.
Why trust us
For those who need protection from inclement weather, hikers may opt for the Sawtooth II Low’s waterproof sibling—the Sawtooth II Low BDry. For those requiring firmer ankle support on top of water protection, however, they can look into the shoe’s mid-cut brother, known simply as the The lugs of the Sawtooth II Lows sticky outsole wear out quickly, a couple of hikers say.
