[pct-l] Feet Swelling

[Joan Henriksen]

So I went shoe shopping today and bought some New Balance 758s.  They are
really well ventilated, and I have had good success with New Balance in the
past.  I tried on a Men's size 9 and they were a perfect fit for me. So
since I had heard from many people that you should buy a size bigger for
desert hiking, I tried on the 10s. I did not find them comfortable at all.
They felt like big clumsy blocks on my feet.  I compromised and bought 9 1/2
which feel loose but not uncomfortable.  I have been experimenting at home
with loosening the lacing and this makes them even roomier.  I didn't have
any foot problems like blisters on the AT so it is hard for me envision
chewing up my feet between Campo and Idyllwild.  I would be interested to
hear any thoughts on this issue.