driftwoody
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Post by driftwoody on Nov 1, 2016 9:17:18 GMT -8
I ordered the Saucony Xodus 6.0 from Amazon, only $64. They arrived today and, alas, the size 12 doesn't fit at all like the Peregrines. They're slightly long with not enough room in the forefoot. I returned them, and the search goes on.
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Post by CompassRds on Nov 1, 2016 9:44:53 GMT -8
Crud. I hope you don't have any issues returning them.
Thanks for giving everyone a heads up on the fit.
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driftwoody
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Post by driftwoody on Nov 1, 2016 9:48:54 GMT -8
Crud. I hope you don't have any issues returning them. No issues with Amazon return. After reading a number of reviews I ordered the Pearl Izumi EM Trail N2 V3, to be delivered to my local REI (free shipping). I'll try them on in the store, and if they don't fit I'll try something else among their limited in stock selection. The real Crud is the Izumis cost twice as much.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 1, 2016 10:18:57 GMT -8
driftwoody When we first bought my wife some hiking boots, we went to the local, small, REI and she picked out pair of boots that fit. Those boots worked for an entire summer whiles she learned what she really wanted in a hiking boot. We live in Idaho, for her latest pair of hiking boots, she went to Seattle where she made the shoe salesman earn his pay. We spent 4 months and traveled to a different state to buy her daypack. I found as my wife learned about what she wanted, in a piece of gear, is uncomprimising. driftwoody The hunt may be tedious and the price point may be more then what you initially wanted but hang in there and get the gear that is right for you.
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driftwoody
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Post by driftwoody on Nov 1, 2016 10:41:17 GMT -8
I found, as my wife learned about what she wanted in a piece of gear, is uncomprimising. driftwoody The hunt may be tedious and the price point may be more then what you initially wanted but hang in there and get the gear that is right for you. Oh, I've learned that lesson well. I've been backpacking more than 30 years and the main regrets I've had about gear was saving a few bucks while settling for something I'm not altogether happy with -- then replacing it before the end of its lifespan. In regards to my current quest for trail runners, I was really hoping the Xodus 6.0's would be the shoes for me at $64 instead of $125+tax for the Pearl Izumis. Nevertheless, if they fit and perform well they'll be worth every penny.
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Post by talus on Nov 3, 2016 9:44:26 GMT -8
the size 12 doesn't fit at all like the Peregrines Sorry if I led you wrong. The Peregrins I found were from 2013 and fit pretty close to the Xodus.
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Post by talus on Nov 3, 2016 9:45:48 GMT -8
The real Crud is the Izumis cost twice as much. 120 bucks is the standard price for full price trail runners now. It sickens me.
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Post by mocs123 on Nov 4, 2016 18:19:13 GMT -8
I wore leather lined European boots until 2007 or so, then I tried trail runners and never went back - never will. I have used Trail Runners off trail in the Sierras, in Wind River Range, and Brooks Range Alaska, over nasty talus, scree, tundra, tussocks, and muskeg and never once wished I had boots.
I prefer breathable non gore tex trailrunners too BTW.
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Post by driftwoody on Nov 8, 2016 20:29:40 GMT -8
I keep striking out in my quest for trail runners that fit me well, have a low drop, and decent underfoot protection. The closest I've come so far are Altra Lone Peak 3.0, zero drop. I'm normally a size 12 and those fit great except they were a little long. Unfortunately, size 11.5 was too constrictive across the forefoot. I'd never worn a zero drop hiking shoe before, and I really liked it. Fit, fit, fit. There has to be a pair of rugged trail runners (which I will use for hiking; I don't run trails) out there for me somewhere. I haven't tried Inov-8 yet. I need a fairly wide forefoot.
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Post by topshot on Nov 10, 2016 19:24:38 GMT -8
Fit can vary greatly even in the same brand since the models may be made from different lasts. The Inov-8 Roclite 315 (now discontinued) I'd say are at least avg width if not a bit more, but I've not tried any of their others yet. FWIW, New Balance has the largest selection of sizes, widths and lasts. I'd think zero drop with a rockplate would not be easy to find.
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Post by trinity on Nov 11, 2016 7:49:53 GMT -8
Driftwoody, have you tried La Sportiva Wildcats? Not zero drop, but great all around trail-runners/hikers, with good underfoot protection, a wide forefoot, and a grippy tread. I think they're great shoes. But my go tos for backpacking are Merrell Moab Ventilators, I wonder if you've tried them? Just a small step up from trailrunners, but very lightweight and comfy for a hiking shoe. They sell them in EE sizes, which is what I wear. Both these shoes should be available for you to try on at your REI.
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Post by driftwoody on Nov 11, 2016 10:05:41 GMT -8
Driftwoody, have you tried La Sportiva Wildcats? Not zero drop, but great all around trail-runners/hikers, with good underfoot protection, a wide forefoot, and a grippy tread. I think they're great shoes. But my go tos for backpacking are Merrell Moab Ventilators, I wonder if you've tried them? Just a small step up from trailrunners, but very lightweight and comfy for a hiking shoe. They sell them in EE sizes, which is what I wear. Both these shoes should be available for you to try on at your REI. Thanks for the suggestions. I've tried the Moab Ventilators, and I really want something lighter with a lower drop (doesn't have to be zero, though). I have not tried the Wildcats, though other La Sportiva shoes I've tried were extremely tight in the forefoot. If I can find the Wildcats in a store I will definitely put them on my feet.
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Post by drmorning on Nov 11, 2016 15:54:22 GMT -8
I've always hiked in trail runners or low cut shoes.. I find them lightweight, more comfortable and easier to maneuver terrain. They take less stress off your knees by freeing up your ankles to work on the ball joint. I was always told to never restrict your ankle from moving every direction because a sprained knee does more damage than a sprained ankle.
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Post by parkinson1963 on Nov 15, 2016 14:40:22 GMT -8
I have not worn boots hiking since see this picture in National Geographic. Good enough to get to Everest good enough for the trails I walk on.
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