paraboot Michael sizing?
I just got a big ol jackpot of a Xmas gift, a pair of paraboot michaels. They’re 44.5 (in French? Italian?), usually wear a 12 in sneakers, 11 to 11.5 in boots, 11.5 in Timberland 3 eyes etc etc.
Anyway, wanted to make sure I got them sized right. I feel a bit of room past the toe; feels normal to me, but I’m also reading the toe should feel extra snug? Mine does not.
If i slide my foot all the way forward, there’s just a bit of room behind the heel where I can poke my finger in, but I can’t squeeze it down the sole. Heel moves a little bit when walking, but seems normal for new shoes?
What y’all think??
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I take a size 41 (equivalent to a US 8) in paraboots and my sneaker size is US 9. they run large
So 44.5 is equivalent to a US 11.5 I think?
You could try exchanging them for a half size down but if you can walk comfortably then I wouldn't worry I'd think. You can also try thicker socks and/or shoe inserts
Just for some visual reference this is where my big toe ends in the toe box
The widest part of your foot should line up with the widest part of the shoe.
They look good imo at the toe, I wouldn't worry about your toes touching the end (unless your feet are perfectly shaped like the shoelol). they shouldn't be constrictive, if the width is good you're fine. Make sure you can tie them adequately and don't have any crazy heel slip or lack of lockdown.
Dope. They slip a little but nothing crazy, nothing I wouldn’t expect before they start to flex and wear a bit
Glad I didn’t succumb to new shoe anxiety. These rule.