Congrats on the new shoes! I used to have Pearl Izumis and they fit well, but one day I was in my LBS where one of my friends works and I saw a pair of Sid carbon soled shoes in my size (43) and on sale. I couldn't afford them at the time, but my friend stowed them for me until this spring. I purchased them for about $55.00 on sale...worth $250.00 before put on sale! My best buy ever! I love them, they are sooooooo comfortable! I didn't realize they were made narrow, but since I have narrow feet, I should have known! All I know is when I put them on, they fit and they were comfortable. Have a great ride with them!