where to find large hiking boots

Posted by: midstream

where to find large hiking boots - 04/05/08 04:01 AM

Can anyone tell me a good source for hiking/backpacking boots in a size 16? My feet are narrow as well so finding a pair that fits is very hard, my 12 year old scarpas are wearing out. Thanks!
Posted by: phat

Re: where to find large hiking boots - 04/05/08 11:11 AM


16? dear god. that's not a boot size, it's a showshoe size! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Posted by: midstream

Re: where to find large hiking boots - 04/05/08 03:35 PM

Nope, Can't get snow shoes either!
Posted by: Infamous

Re: where to find large hiking boots - 04/06/08 07:25 AM

Maybe try searching boot maker websites? They will usually state the size ranges for their models. Plus, you could contact them directly to inquire within about large sizes.
Posted by: dzierzak

Re: where to find large hiking boots - 04/07/08 10:22 AM

Found a couple pairs of Vasques in size 16 about 6 years ago. It was a miracle. They were close-outs. Bought two extra for my son - size 16. He'll have hiking boots for a while. They weren't narrow though. Just the usual width.

Haven't seen anything like it since. (We also called Vasque at the time. They just laughed.)

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Posted by: dkramalc

Re: where to find large hiking boots - 04/07/08 11:45 AM

Limmer (limmerboots.com) makes size 16 in the mid-weight and standard boots, but those are pretty heavy. I didn't find the women's boots to be particularly narrow (I have wide toes but narrow heels) - seemed about average. They do make custom boots as well, but that's another portion of the company.

You can search at Sierra Trading post by size; currently I saw they have a 17, but no styles in size 16. That could change at any time, I'd guess.

Good luck!
Posted by: midstream

Re: where to find large hiking boots - 04/08/08 06:56 AM

New balance has some light weight hikers in a 16 B I ordered those. I will be going for custom made now I guess.
Posted by: TomTrout

Re: where to find large hiking boots - 04/08/08 01:07 PM

Dunham Waffle Stompers come in 15B. Kind of fugly, but maybe you can decorate them with glitter, sequins, or a black magic marker.

http://www.dunhambootmakers.com/outdoor/Men-s-Waffle-Stomper-Premier.207.01.htm#

If you go the custom route, keep me posted. I may have to do that myself. My right foot is about a 14AA, while my left is a 13C.