For those individuals who work on their feet all day,
a poor fitting work boot can make an ordinary work day
last for what seems to be an eternity. When shopping for
a boot, many people base their boot selection on appearance
but do not take into consideration whether the boot actually
provides them with a good fit. What most fail to realize
is that an improper fitting work boot can lead to conditions
such as fatigue, corns, calluses, and ingrown toenails,
which can make your feet unbearable to live with.
A new work boot should fit comfortably right from the
start and not require a so-called "break-in" period.
Simply put, if the work boot does not fit comfortably brand
new, you can anticipate that the boot is not a good fit.
No two feet are exactly alike, and what style feels comfortable
to one person may be uncomfortable to another.
If you're
wondering whether the boots you have purchased
provide you with the proper fit, ask yourself
the following questions:
- Can you wiggle your toes? A little bit
of room is good.
- Do your toes press against the front of the
boot when you're on a downward incline?
They Shouldn't.
- Does your heel stay in place when you walk
around? It should.
- How about the width? Slightly snug, but
not tight is best.
- Do you feel any "hot spots" when
you walk around? If so, they will more than
likely get worse and cause blisters.
- When the boot is comfortably laced, do the
two rows of eyelets stay parallel to each other
from your toes to your ankle? If not, it
can mean you need a different width.
- If you will be using the boots on rocky or
uneven terrain, walk around and see if you
can feel bumps and edges through the outsole. If
you can, you will really feel them after a
few miles on the trail.
Reviewing these
questions will help you in deciding whether you
have chosen the boot and fit that's right for
you.
Questions Courtesy Of Danner Boots
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A new boot should fit comfortably right from the start.
Improper fitting work boots can lead to corns and ingrown
toenails.
A poorly fitting boot can scrunch your toes and eventually
lead to foot problems. |