Oboz Footwear, the “True to the Trail” outdoor footwear company headquartered in Bozeman, Mont., has partnered with Skida, a Burlington, Vt.-based headwear and accessories brand, to create a collection of outdoor accessories and footwear made for long adventure-recover-chill-repeat winter days.
The collection features an original Skida design inspired by the natural majesty of their respective states.
The Oboz x Skida collection includes the Oboz Whakatā Puffy insulated moc in low and mid-heights, and Skida’s Alpine Hat, Snow Tour and Brim Hat. The collection is offered in two colorways – Fields and Night – that imagine Montana’s state flower, Bitterroot, in Skida’s signature style woven among Vermont species, like trillium, violets and asters, for a whimsical floral design.
Oboz and Skida are founded on the principle of outdoor grit coupled with a “grab your friends and go” attitude and believe the same trail can be walked a hundred times but can feel different with a fresh perspective.
Since its founding in 2008, Skida has filled lift lines and ski races with colorful, technical headwear and neckwear styles. Over the last 16 years, their product assortment has grown to include year-round accessories for outdoor adventures while maintaining their commitment to local production and a fresh perspective.
Whakatā (fah-cah-TAAH) is Māori for “to catch a breath, rest, have a break”. The Whakatā Puffy is a three-season après-activity shoe that is perfect for hut trips, après ski gatherings, around the house, and more. It features Freeze Guard insulation made with 100 percent post-consumer recycled polyester and a sculpted footbed inspired by the Oboz O FIT Insole made with bio-based EVA.
The Oboz x Skida mid ($115) is offered in Fields and the low in Night ($105).
The Skida accessories in the collection feature three of the brand’s most popular styles. The Skida Alpine Hat ($38) is lined with a mid-weight fleece that wicks moisture, cuts the wind, and keeps you warm on colder days.
The Snow Tour ($24) is made with brushed thermal fabric that is soft on one side and bold on the other for optimal comfort. Designed as a neck gaiter the tubular neckwear can be worn as a headband or in a myriad of different ways.
The Brim Hat ($48) is one of Skida’s newest products and has become a fan favorite due to its comfort, lightweight design and packability.
The limited-edition collection is available online at Obozfootwear.com and www.skida.com and at select Oboz and Skida retailers.
