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Subject: Tri cycling shoes Fit

I've worn my new size 45 Garneau's for 3 rides and love the extra room compared to my old size 43 cycling shoes which really cramped my feet but did perform well for me for 3 years or so.  But I'm worried the c. 1/4" (7 mm) extra space in front of my 2 bigger toes is excessive (while wearing thick socks).  On the other hand the velcro straps hold my feet in place well and I don't feel them moving around.  And I've heard that feet get longer(!) as one ages through the 60's (I'm 63 now).

 
However I'm afraid that in a race (with no socks after the swim) that the extra space will be a real problem.
 
Would I be better off with size 44 if they are a tad tight?  One size for workouts and another for races?
 
Buying online makes it tough and a well-stocked brick & mortar is far away (and probably non-essential).

2020-04-10 3:57 PM
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Subject: RE: Tri cycling shoes Fit

Never heard of feet getting larger with age but I suppose that's possible. Always race with what you train with. Nothing new or different on race day. Try your shoes after a swim and see how they feel-

 

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