Having a hard time with proper boot fit April 23, 2014 07:55AM | Registered: 13 years ago Posts: 23 |
Re: Having a hard time with proper boot fit April 23, 2014 08:24AM | Registered: 13 years ago Posts: 1,976 |
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ProgMtl
I can never get boots to fit properly. I have wide feet (4E) and narrow heels. Just curious if anyone has any suggestions on how to get a better fit. Would it be better to have a better fit in the toe box & a little loose in the heels or a better fit in the heels and a tight toe box. Thank for any input.
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Re: Having a hard time with proper boot fit April 23, 2014 01:57PM | Registered: 13 years ago Posts: 1,976 |
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tomdisco
I disagree with the idea of buying two pairs until you have tested the first pair under real life trail conditions on a multi-day hike in the high country where they will really put to the test. There's no way REI can properly simulate trail conditions. Another thing to be certain of is that you have the proper size shoe. I've found I require one size larger than I would in a street shoe. I agree that your emphasis should be getting the front part of your feet comfortable and then looking for comfortable heel cups. If the heel area is too loose the foot will move too much in that area and lend itself to blistering due to friction.
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Re: Having a hard time with proper boot fit April 24, 2014 07:33AM | Registered: 13 years ago Posts: 23 |
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plawrence
Which Merrell's do you own?
My feet are similar to yours, wide (4E) with narrow heels and the Merrell's Mens Moab Gore-Tex Wide-Width hiking shoes fit my feet like a glove. They're actually comfortable enough for everyday use if I ever needed to wear them around town.
Merrell.com: Merrell's Mens Moab Gore-Tex Wide-Width
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