I agree--FIT is the #1 priority, not the brand or the model. Try on everything in sight. If it feels good, walk around the store for half an hour. Then walk around on your (hopefully clean) carpet at home for at least another hour, or more, while you can still return the shoe. If possible, try a slanted surface to see what happens to your foot when going up or down hills. Also, try wearing a pack during these trials.

Yes, it's a lengthy process, but the only way to get a properly-fitting shoe.


Edited by OregonMouse (01/19/18 01:00 PM)
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