Shoe me!!

[short cut sally]

well, the bike shop called, my shoes are in to try. I was only able to try on the 39.5, they didn't have any 40's, and I am fussy (bunions-after reading this post I am concerned, but glad I am trying on the 40's too) . I have to wait until tomorrow to go to the shop, its 2 hours one way and they are open late tomorrow night. The only bad part is that DH will probably go with me. HE has NO idea how much these shoes cost and how much the pedals I want also cost..oh my god..he is going to die. (life insurance policy=shoes/pedals for remainder of life..hhhmmmm ). I can see the eyes roll back and head striking the carpeted floor now...but I HAVE TO HAVE THOSE SHOES......this addiction is soooooo...bad..

[mimitabby]

oh Shelly i feel your pain. Lucky me, my DH already has a pair so he already knew what the damage was going to be!!

[Blueberry]

Wow! I was really lucky to get the 41's from Nashbar - seriously, they came back in stock for a very short time If they don't fit, I'll let TE know before I send them back in case anyone wants them....

But they better fit just like my old ones

[mimitabby]

Ca_in_NC they were probably a return. Just like the 40's I have right now.
You're luckier than I.

[Flybye]

Okay - I have determined a few things from all of your posts/pictures.
First - THANKYA, I am in your debt
Second - I think I will fit a men's 43.5 Guess I'm not quite a "49 Clementine"
Third - SIDI's in women aren't made in my size, so now I am off to explore men's shoes.

I hope this thread helps others as much as it has me.
I have checked out SIDI, Nikes, Diadoras, and Carnacs. I know more 'bout shoes than I did in the beginning.

Thanks!

[GLC1968]

Just as a general bit of hopefully helpful information...

If anyone has flat feet (ie, no arches to speak of) a very good shoe brand to consider is Specialized. Their 'body geometry' technology has created a shoe that is designed to work for those who pronate (which most people do...but not everyone). If you have flat feet, it is highly likely that you also pronate and therefore, a Specialized shoe should work well.

I have short, flat feet that pronate and I need a wide toe box. I bought my specialized road shoes originally because they were the only pair my LBS had in my size at the time. Luckily, I loved them from the start. I've since been to a specialist and she said that I picked the right shoe for my foot (phew!).

[mimitabby]

got my 41 Sidi's today! THEY FIT! with room to grow! (swell)

they are beautiful; they match my new bike..