Best Running Shoes for Wide Feet

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So I'm a (kinda) new runner and my only shoes are pegs 38 but if I run anything longer than 4k I get blisters on the side of my feet and in between toes. I was thinking about Asics Novablast 2 but I don't know if they would help me more. Any suggestions on running shoes that are not very expensive and good for wide feet?Also I'm 15, 185cm, 72kg and size 45(EU)/size 11(US)/size 10(UK) if it matters

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stevemcdjr · 3 years ago

New Balance is your friend. Nearly all of their models have a wide option and a few are even available in extra wide.

They even have a carbon plated racer, the RC Elite v2, available in wide as long as you’re ok with the NY Marathon colorway.

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[deleted] · 3 years ago

Nike is usually not great for wide offerings. Check out New Balance - they offer most of their shoes in wide and some even in extra-wide. The specific model you need could be determined with a fitting at your local running store.

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haybunch1 · 3 years ago

brooks and new balance have good wide fitting shoes

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Xavis00 · 3 years ago

Nike are notorious for narrow shoes. I have borderline wide feet and can't even get them into Nike shoes. If you can get into Nike, but it's a little tight, you might have success with lots of other shoes in a regular width. Your best bet would be to find a nearby store and try some on, since different companies use different shaped lasts, and trying a few on allows you to see what works for your foot. I wouldn't jump to thinking you need wide just yet.

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pickpocketsly · 3 years ago

I have wide feet, I buy Hoka and New Balance in wide fit.

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Running shoes for wide [bunion] feet

Posted by kVen_pad · in r/AskRunningShoeGeeks · 7 months ago

Hi runners, I'm looking for road running shoes for wide feet, non-carbon plated with minimal stack height. Any recommendations. Thanks!

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WhiteRaito · 7 months ago

From my own experience you need wide less tapered shoes. The ones that came to my mind are hurricane 24, nb 880v14, ultraboost 5, hoka gaviota 5 since they are less tapered. Idk how wide is your feet but these are already slightly wider compared to normal shoes. And i think 880 and gaviota has wide version too even tho they are already wide in normal size but 880v14 and ultraboost 5 has medium stack which is lower compared to stacked shoes in the market in general iirc.

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Running shoes for wide feet

Posted by mykittenisacunt · in r/indianrunners · 15 days ago

Hi fellow runners,

My feet are pretty wide, starting from the mid section till the toebox. I have always struggled finding good shoes for myself (both running and otherwise). There are so few options, it’s frustrating.

I currently use a pair of ASICS Gel Nimbus 26 (extra wide ones which I got from ASICS store).

The problem is - for extra wide size, the options are too few in India and discounts are non existent.

I was also planning to order a regular shoe (asics or brooks) as a training pair for my easy runs and see if a different lacing technique would help.

How do you guys deal with this?

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earnestever · 15 days ago

I think people with wide feet are a minority in this sub hence, the lack engagement on similar posts:( I am also facing the same issue and as a woman, the options are even more limited(more like non-existent!). I saw some wide options on desertcart.in but possible custom duties/extra charges kept me from making any purchases. I know it's not the most convenient option, but my advice would be to ask friends or relatives traveling abroad to help you purchase shoes. I hope others have better suggestions.

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mykittenisacunt · OP · 15 days ago

Thanks for the response. I hope these brands start selling their wider shoe options in India one day. You can check out ASICS stores - I’ve seen they keep a couple of wide shoe options in stock (not sure if they do for women shoes though).

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iblameitonrio · 13 days ago

NB for wide feet.

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mykittenisacunt · OP · 13 days ago

Regular variant or extra wide ones?

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iblameitonrio · 12 days ago

I wear the regular SC Elites and the toe box is super roomy but I know they sell wide and extra wide variants of them as well

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MNSNPH · 15 days ago

a lot of stores abroad have wider options but usually I am forced to upsize and then use the runners knot to avoid heel slippage, Novablast was decent for me, Nimbus yes has been too narrow, the new Vomero seems to be forgiving for wider feet too

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Wide Feet looking for options that aren’t just the typical suggestions.

Posted by sbdbd- · in r/AskRunningShoeGeeks · 5 months ago

Hi! I’m a regular runner averaging around 45 miles per week. I ran my first marathon in the fall with another coming up late spring. I have wider feet and struggle finding shoes that work for me. I’ve run in ASICS Gel Kayanos since I was in high school and they’ve mostly worked. For my first marathon I ran in brooks Adrenaline GTS 23s. For a recent half marathon I ran in Mount to Coast R1s. I’m at the point where I need to replace shoes and feel like I’m missing out by just ordering replacements of what has worked. Whenever I look for options, including the FAQ in this sub, it just suggests the same wide feet options that aren’t great for speed or racing. Any recommendations for what I could consider or try? I’m looking for that right balance of shoes for training, workouts, and racing.

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bookworm_013 · 5 months ago

Have you tried the new balance rebel?

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Resilient-Runner365 · 5 months ago

Unfortunately, there aren't too many options on the market for a fast and wide stability shoe. The Asics GT 2000 13 is a lighter stability shoe that is available in wide. They're lighter, faster, and way more versatile than the chunky Kayano. The cushioning is superior to the Adrenaline's firm ride. You can also check out Saucony Guide 18. I've run in each and the GTs are my favorite. Have you considered trying stable neutral shoes? That would give you more options.

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Widest running shoe?

Posted by DeepArseThoughts · in r/running · 3 years ago

So I have extremely wide feet. To the point I've ripped every pair of soccer cleats or running shoes I've ever owned all at the same spot and can't find a pair of ski boots that don't make my feet go numb due to being too narrow - anyway my shoes always rip outside of the foot at widest part of the foot/shoe, just below the toe box. The best/widest shoe I've found for me is the Altra Torin 5 which comes in 2E, but even that shoe rips at same spot after about 200 miles, which is just over a month of running for me right now. I've tried others like the Hoka Clifton 7 but even that shoe which comes in 2E is uncomfortably narrow for me. I've only been running since July but am starting to put in a lot of mileage and replacing the Torin 5 every 40 days is getting expensive. I do prefer zero drop or close to zero drop shoes that are lightweight as a priority as well. Anyone with super wide feet have success with any lesser known or less expensive shoes?

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bobsbountifulburgers · 3 years ago

They make 4E shoes. I've been running on 4E Asics Kayanos since March. They're harder to get, so you're more likely to be spending in the $100-150 range, but they're a joy to run in once you break them in.

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DeepArseThoughts · OP · 3 years ago

Checking them out now! Looks like they have several 4E options. I must be bad at using google to not be able to find these on my own. Thanks!

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LoudSweaters · 3 years ago

There are may good options that come in a 4E! Check out some of these from Running Warehouse

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Defconfunk · 3 years ago

I wear 4e shoes. Asics, new balance, and brooks all have shoes in 4e. New balance even has a few models in 6e.

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Camp808 · 3 years ago

strike movement has wide shoes & they are pretty light weight

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CabooseOnTheLoose · 3 years ago

Topo Athletic is known for a wide toe box and zero drop options. They're my kid's and my favorite brand. Not sure if they have wider sizes but even the 'normal' sizes allow for tons of toe splay. Hope you find something that works for you.

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DeepArseThoughts · OP · 3 years ago

They don't list their width but certainly the pictures/descriptions make them look very wide in the toe box. I'll check them out, thanks!

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palibe_mbudzi · 3 years ago

I used to buy wide shoes, but they were a bit loose around the back half of my foot. My feet are not crazy wide across the heel or even the metatarsal pad, the problem is more that my toes don't taper down as much as most people's. In the standard shoe shape, my two outer toes get cramped, sore, and/or blistered, but topos specifically have more space for those outer toes. If you don't need the extra width through the heel, I'd definitely recommend them. (If you're in the US, REI carries them and has a really forgiving return policy for shoes.)

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superslomo · 3 years ago

They make 880 New Balance in a 4E too. Also, go find a good bootfitter for your ski boots. It'll change your skiing life. They can do amazing things with reshaping shells.

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Me-meep · 3 years ago

Do you recommend doing ski boots on the soopes so you can go back and get them adjusted? I’m always conscious I’ll burn up ski time, but buying them back home before I go seems silly as I think ppl in ski resorts must be more skilled at fitting since they do it all the time.

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superslomo · 3 years ago

I live out in the sticks and we ski locally... I never really do longer trips to any given place. Once you get them fitted properly by someone good at it, you should be pretty happy, but depending on your needs figure out where you'll find something good. We're near enough to the Catskills that going up to see The Guy up there is a manageable errand every year or two. If you're in Houston, though, or somewhere without any snow, it's a different matter. :)

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Shoe recommendations

Posted by Earcheif · in r/widefeet · 5 months ago

I am a size 9 and the only shoe I’ve found that fits my feet are brooks. My friend works at a shoe store and he said I have the widest feet he’s seen. It’s very frustrating not being able to get the shoes I want because nothing comes wide enough. I’ve just gotten into running and wanted to see if anyone has good running shoes for wide feet. And birk alternatives thanks.

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Still-WFPB · 5 months ago

New balance 4e are great for me. Especially the freshfoam hierro.

They also make 6e

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Unsheared · 5 months ago

Suggest you get your friend to measure the width of your feet. If you know how wide your feet are it will be much easier to make recommendations.

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ennuiandapathy · 5 months ago

I like Topo Athletic running shoes. My feet are a 2E and I have plenty of room in the men’s Atoms wide (I could probably get the regular width). The wider toe box really makes a difference for me, comfort-wise. I can wear a 2E in NB and Saucony but the tapered toe box makes them painful over time.

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Looking for running shoes for wide feet

Posted by war5188 · in r/running · 3 years ago

Looking all over for running shoes for being on the treadmill / exercise etc but there's just so many choices with good reviews.. any one got any recommendations? I usually perfer nike

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tfriedlich · 3 years ago

Nike's are probably the worst you could get. New Balance are great for my wide and ugly feet. 2E. I LOVE the 1080s personally.

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elproedros · 3 years ago

Nikes are generally on the narrow side. Altras are the widest I have tried and I'm sticking with them.

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SpecialFX99 · 3 years ago

I agree with both points, but as mentioned below Altra are zero drop and most people have to slowly ease into that. If you actually need a wide size New Balance seems to be the best for having multiple widths available for most of their shoes. I suspect they may not keep much stock in store though.

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mwng2020 · 3 years ago

Altras - wide toe box and comfy ride. Careful as they are zero drop so it may not be right for you

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ParticleSpinNegative · 3 years ago

New Balance is serving me very well.

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Pe6DC · 3 years ago

ASICS are wide

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Seeking recommendations for running shoes for flat and wide feet

Posted by Zrakk · in r/RunningShoeGeeks · 2 years ago

Hi everyone!

I'm seeking some advice on finding the perfect pair of running shoes for competitions that cater to both flat and wide feet. I've already tried out the Nike React (for long runs and threshold workouts), Nike Vaporfly Next% 2 (for races and VO2 max training), and Asics Noosa Tri (for long runs and threshold workouts) models. As a triathlete, I'd appreciate any recommendations that can offer great support during my runs while accommodating my flat feet. So far, the Asics Noosa Tri seems to be the best fit, as it provides substantial support for almost the entire foot. On the other hand, while the Nike Vaporfly boosts my speed, I can't help but notice that around 20-30% of the inner part of my foot hangs outside the shoe's sole, which looks quite funny! Any suggestions on other shoe models that might be more suitable for my feet and triathlon endeavors would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance for your help!

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Itchy_Brain6340 · 2 years ago

I have flat feet. I have a solid rotation going now with the ASICS Kayano 30 for my long/recovery runs and the Saucony Tempus for my tempo runs.

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okbunbun · 1 year ago

Hello! Would you say the Asics Kayano has good arch support? (Like created a false arch for your foot)

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OrganizationHot5492 · 1 year ago

If you've already tried the Asics Noosa Tri, then the best two alternatives that I could think of is either the Brooks Dyad 11 or the New Balance 990v5. They both support my flat and wide feet really well, super comfy, supportive, good cushioning, and stable/strong enough for a long running/jogging session. I've worn the Brooks Dyad 11 for both training and very long triathlons, and they've not failed me yet. Either way, can't go wrong!

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EliGO83 · 2 years ago

The Noosa is really purpose built for what you’re looking for. As far as more inherently wide fast shoes: Superblast and Kinvara Pro pop to mind.

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Itchy_Brain6340 · 2 years ago

I’ve never run in plated shoes before. I have flat feet and overpronate. The Kinvara Pro are stable?

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EliGO83 · 2 years ago

Very! I use some stability shoes like the Tempus and Hyperion GTS. Both the ones I mentioned are so-called “stable neutral.”

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EliGO83 · 2 years ago

Tempus also a lovely shoe.

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_Wattage_Cottage · 2 years ago

In general, Saucony and NB have lots of wide options. I’d recommend trying out a few pairs to see if you find one that suits you.

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Dell_fan1 · 2 years ago

Second NB, they have a lot of shoes in Wide sizes. I would suggest Vongo V5 for OP which is essentially a stability version of the 1080.

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NCStateGuy5 · 2 years ago

I have flat and norrow feet. From the flat foot perspective avoid Adidas at all costs. Have had luck with Nikes and Saucony.

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_Wattage_Cottage · 2 years ago

Nikes have always been notoriously narrow

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NCStateGuy5 · 2 years ago

I guess that’s why they work for me and my narrow feet.

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HELP: I can't find running shoes that fit!

Posted by Prior_Finish_1161 · in r/AskRunningShoeGeeks · 5 months ago

My foot measurements: https://my.volumental.com/en/fleet_feet_rics/8fc51e71-7e1a-4d81-a9d3-e1007c685b16/?utm_medium=myvemail

I am so frustrated. I have wide feet (2E) and high arches. My ball width and girth and instep girth are off the charts. My running shoes are destroying my feet. After my latest run my feet had such terrible blisters that I could barely walk for two days. I have used Altra Torin 7s which received holes in the heel far too quickly. I recently tried the Torin 8s and found them to be too tight in the midsole. I had the Brooks Ghost Max in wide and had to return them because they gave me terrible blisters. I've tried the new Nike Vomero 18s because they were supposedly wide foot friendly but they didn't work out either. I have had some luck with Adidas Ultraboost Lights on the treadmill but they ripped my feet up when I ran with them outside. I LOVE running and I don't want to give it up. But I need a wide midsole and a wide toe box. My next hope is to try the ASICS Novablast 5s or New Balance in wide. It feels like every shoe I put on my foot is busting out of the side and I have the blisters and callouses to prove it.

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slidethruslick · 5 months ago

I have very similar feet, check my post history. I got red commended New balance 880 v14 in wide. Just a thought! 🫶🤷‍♀️

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Prior_Finish_1161 · OP · 5 months ago

Did you try them yet? Any luck?

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slidethruslick · 5 months ago

Got about 70 miles on them, they’re great much better than what I was using

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No_Illustrator4398 · 5 months ago

I also have large girth measurement and I ended up with on cloud Cloudmonster 2’s. I’ve been happy so far

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Prior_Finish_1161 · OP · 5 months ago

I’ll look into those!

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ProbablyMiles · 5 months ago

I’m going to play devils advocate. While the cloudmonsters are one of the few models ON has that isn’t absolutely awful, fuck ON entirely. You’re paying for a fashion brand.

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movdqa · 5 months ago

I'd suggest trying the New Balance More or 1080. You could try 2E or 4E. I need a wide and tall toebox, large midfoot volume and wear 6E when I can find it. The NB More and 1080 fit me in 4E though. They have shoes in 6E which would likely fit you but they are stability shoes and on the clunky side.

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Cushioned shoes for wide feet, getting back into running for first time since high school?

Posted by Wide-Statistician395 · in r/RunningShoeGeeks · 2 years ago

Ran cross country in high school (was not fast by any means) and stopped running for the most part throughout college. Was looking at getting back into running 3-4 days a week, mostly mid-distance runs. Any recommendations for pretty well-cushioned shoes that are suitable for wider feet? Also, don’t know if weight matters much for shoe choice, but if it does, I weigh around 200 lbs.

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movdqa · 2 years ago

New Balance 1080v12 or New Balance Fresh Foam More v3 are available in 4E and run wide.

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sizedup · 2 years ago

New balance Freshfoam More v3 Wide would be a great option

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Kumamoto · 2 years ago

Asics Nimbus 25

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Orangebug36 · 2 years ago

Saucony Triumph 20 - assuming you’re a neutral runner. If you pronate then the Saucony Tempus. Both are available in wide widths.

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deepfakefuccboi · 2 years ago

Agreed, my first max cushion shoe and I love it. Helps me slow down and not want to go fast but also feels good in terms of energy return and makes me not feel like I'm plodding along like some max cushion shoes. Also probably a good shoe for heavier runners because the outsole is super durable.

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Orangebug36 · 2 years ago

That’s great they work for you. The foam is very resilient so it won’t pack down and lose its bounce for “heavier” runners (I’m 185lbs) It’s also built like a tank.

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Bakedbean44 · 2 years ago

Nova blast 3 wide … speed 3 wide

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