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09-19-2007, 01:02 PM
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FatCat
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Location: Sioux Falls, SD
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Shoes
Does anyone recommend a great pair of cross trainers? I would like to stay in the $75 range if possible, can't wear Reebok brand because they are cut too narrow for my wiiiiiide feet.
I can't believe I am looking for athletic shoes. Me, exercising. Unbelievable.
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09-19-2007, 01:05 PM
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Raised by a cup of coffee
Join Date: Nov 2002
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New Balance is great if you have wide feet because they run wider than other. I can't suggest a specific pair though. I bought mine a while ago! But they should fit in your price range.
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09-19-2007, 01:31 PM
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Masterpiece in progress
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: n.c.
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Height: 5'8"
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I have wide feet, and use Reebok who makes wide shoes, but New balance is great also. Nike is horrible for wide feet. I sometimes find great sneakers at TJ Maxx, they have new balance, nike and reebok for $39.99.
cheryl
Last edited by hellokitty81668; 09-19-2007 at 01:32 PM.
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09-19-2007, 01:54 PM
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Hi From Canada, eh?
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Canada, eh?
Posts: 2,370
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Height: 5'8
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this sounds lame, but i bought a pair of Dr. Scholl's trainers, and they're wide! hehehe fit awesome and sooooooo comfy
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09-19-2007, 02:11 PM
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FatCat
Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Posts: 252
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Must be weird differences in shoes, I have a pair of Nike Air Max that I love but they are getting too thin on the bottom to be any support and they fit my wide feet.. Maybe I just need to shop around
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09-19-2007, 02:17 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Northern California
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Definitely look at New Balance. Very stable and a good shoe for not a ton of money. My Dad's physical therapist actually recommended them at one point.
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09-19-2007, 02:38 PM
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On my way...
Join Date: May 2007
Posts: 429
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Height: 5'7
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I got a nice pair from pennies from like 50 bucks. they are nike. I love them. they are very squishy on the inside. ( :
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09-19-2007, 02:59 PM
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Senior Member
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Location: WV
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I 4th the New Balance.....my dad and I are devoted New Balance buyers. They are comfortable and generally always on sale! I got mine for $30. I don't think I've ever paid over $50 for them.
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09-19-2007, 03:05 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Tennessee
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My husband has very wide feet and he loves New Balance. I have medium feet and I heart my Asics. I suggest trying on TONS of pairs....devote an afternoon (or heck even an entire day) to going to a bunch of stores. Even on sale, athletic shoes are an investment monetarily AND in the well-being of your whole body. You want to find just the right pair.
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09-19-2007, 03:11 PM
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one day at a time
Join Date: May 2007
Location: Las Vegas
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My absolute favorite are Mizunos. They are in the $100.00 but worth every penny. They come in varying widths, but are by far the most supportive shoe out there. I have fractured both ankles in the past and with these shoes I haven't had any reoccuring pain. Good luck finding the right shoes, I know how tough it can be.
C.
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09-19-2007, 03:17 PM
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Just Me
Join Date: Jan 2003
Location: Maryland
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Height: 5'6"
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I have wide feet and I can't wear New Balance shoes. My favorite shoes are Saucony.
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09-19-2007, 04:43 PM
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Long Time Member
Join Date: Oct 2000
Location: USA
Posts: 6,125
Height: 5'6
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Another New Balance fan here. Last time I went to the New Balance Store and bought them there. I'm sure I paid more, but I was really off in the size I was wearing. I left with 1-9 1/2 and 1-8 1/2 - both wide.
I swear by New Balance for wide feet.
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09-19-2007, 04:49 PM
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Beauty, Brawn and Brains!
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: California
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I really like the New Balance 833 but they've stopped making it.
The uppers are light and unencumbered with plastic-y pieces and breathes. The foot print is wide and comfortable.
I also recommend a shoe store like Movin' Shoes where someone can put you through the paces to find the shoe that is right for you (that's how I found the 833).
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09-19-2007, 08:27 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: CA
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Mars: I'm a HUGE advocate for the "right shoes" and I'm with Jessica about going to a specialty store. I was getting shin splints from a tiny bit of running but once I got fitted for proper shoes- gone. I personally went to Roadrunner Sports but there's also Fleet Feet and apparently Movin' Shoes also.
I know at Fleet Feet and Roadrunner, they take imprints of your feet to get exact measurements, put you on a treadmill and watch your unique stride, and recommend shoes based on what they see.
Best part- they have regular shoes, not crazy expensive professional runner shoes or anything. I got my Saucony's there for like $80 and they also carried New Balance, Adidas, etc. At Roadrunner they have a 90 return policy too!
Check and see what's around you and check it out!
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09-19-2007, 08:28 PM
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Senior Member
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Location: CA
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Oh yeah, when I was in the store, there were several fairly overweight people in there. It wasn't like I was the biggest person in the room (for once) so there's no need to be self conscious.
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