The Oboz Bridger Mid B Dry fit is a hybrid of standard measurements on the regular fit model I tested, with the forefoot being D width and the heel being a C: a snug heel with a regular forefoot and toe box. It meant an excellent fit with no heel movement yet room for my toes to spread. Once broken in, there is good flex at the forefoot, which allows for very natural walking, aided further by a noticeable heel-to-toe curve along the sole. The sole itself is Oboz’s own, with aggressive lugs that have proved reliably grippy across most terrain outside of wet rock and extremely muddy conditions.

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The heel area of the sole is rounded, which is great on flatter ground as it minimises the effects of heel strike, but occasionally I did miss the ability to dig my heels in on steeper descents. The B DRY liner has remained waterproof through months of regular use and with so much leather in the upper, the Bridgers could likely be reproofed when the liner starts to leak.

The laces are chunky with easy-to-clean hardware and a padded tongue that eliminates any pressure when laced up. The footbed is simple but effective, and the ankle is high enough to keep me out of the water and allow for gaiters, or trousers with lace hooks.

The Bridger was a stiff-feeling boot out of the box. However, the uppers softened in use, and they strike a great balance between protection on difficult rocky terrain and being flexible enough for comfortable walking on easier tracks.