Hikers with wide feet know the problem: standard hiking shoes pinch at the sides, cause pressure points at the ball of the foot, or create a cramped feeling that becomes unbearable after a few kilometers. The solution is not to go up a size, because then the shoe becomes too long and the foot slides forward when descending. The only real solution is a hiking shoe that fits in width: a wide hiking shoe in the correct width size.
Neskrid has been developing professional footwear since 1924 and offers hiking shoes in multiple width sizes, especially for hikers with wide or extra-wide feet. No more compromises between comfort and protection. The complete collection of wide hiking shoes is exclusively available at Shaped4.
Why standard hiking shoes don't work for wide feet
Most hiking shoes are designed on a standard last that assumes an average foot width. For hikers with wide feet, this means that the shoe is too tight at the correct length, with all the consequences. Pressure points on the sides of the foot develop after a short time and get worse as the hike progresses. Blisters on the ball of the foot and the little toe are a common problem for hikers with wide feet who wear shoes that are too narrow. Numbness in the forefoot after prolonged walking is a sign that blood circulation is hampered by a shoe that is too tight. And when descending on slopes, the foot slides forward in a shoe that is too big, leading to painful toenails.
A wide hiking shoe in the correct width size solves all these problems, not by providing more space in the wrong place but by widening the shoe precisely where a wide foot needs more space.
What are wide hiking shoes?
Wide hiking shoes are hiking shoes that are available in a wider width size than the standard. The width size indicates how wide the shoe is at a certain length; a wider width size means more space in the forefoot and over the metatarsal joint without the shoe becoming longer.
Neskrid hiking shoes are available in multiple width sizes so that hikers with narrow, normal, or wide feet always find the optimal fit.
Wide hiking shoes for men and women
Both men and women can have wide feet, and for both, Neskrid offers wide hiking shoes in the correct width size. Wide hiking shoes for women are available in the same models as the standard width, so women with wide feet do not have to compromise on style or functionality. The same applies to wide hiking shoes for men, robust models in a wide size range with multiple width sizes.
View [hiking shoes for women] and [hiking shoes for men] for a filtered overview per target group.
Wide hiking shoes: high or low model?
Wide hiking shoes are also available in high and low models. Wide high hiking shoes offer extra ankle protection and stability on challenging terrain, the best choice for hikers with wide feet who undertake longer treks on uneven surfaces. Wide low hiking shoes are lighter and more flexible, suitable for daily walks on well-maintained paths.
View [high hiking shoes] and [low hiking shoes] for a filtered overview by type.
Wide hiking shoes and insoles
Hikers with wide feet often also benefit from an insole that supports the arch of the foot and distributes pressure more evenly. The [4Allbrands insoles] are available in three arch variants: for flat feet, a normal arch, and high arches, and fit in most hiking shoes without affecting the fit.
Size advice for wide hiking shoes
For wide hiking shoes, it is essential to choose both the correct length and the correct width size. Use your normal shoe size as a starting point for the length and then select the width size that matches the width of your foot. Use your normal shoe size as a basis, not a size larger, because a shoe that is too long does not solve the width problem and causes new problems when descending.
Are you unsure about the correct width size? Please contact us for personal size advice.
Also, view the other models on our [hiking shoes page] for the complete overview of all Neskrid hiking shoes.
