[email protected] (Tom Paterson) wrote ...
> You really need to try on the pair of shoes you intend to wear. Don't settle for snug or slightly
> short, this can lead to foot problems that can't really be fixed. The old "snug fit" is a leftover
> from the days of stretchy leather cycling shoes that would "mold" to a rider's foot. If the
> synthetics stretch, they don't seem to stretch as much. Some folks disagree on this.
>
> I run mine loose in the toes (width) and a little snug around the ankle (the Sidi strap works
> great for this) to keep the foot from diving in to where the big toe hits the end of the shoe.
> Works with my tender feet.
I agree. I got Mega Dominators and find that I like them loose. I wind up tightening them (with the
ankle strap) to walk around, then loosen on the bike in the same manner. Very easy with the buckle
thingy. That solved the heel slip problem I had, which is only a problem when walking, not riding.
You can order the Dominators in Mega width from Colorado Cyclist. Try them on, and send them back if
they don't fit. Too bad you can't mount cleats and try them on on the bike...
Michael