[pct-l] shoe size question

[Linda Bakkar]

Sorry, everyone.  I didn't edit the subject line when I sent this message
before.  I am trying to get used to gmail.

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On Thu, Mar 15, 2012 at 7:36 AM, Linda Bakkar <ljbakkar at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi everyone,
>
> I am stocking up for a thru hike in 2013 and I am about to buy a pair or
> two of Brooks cascadias.  I have one hang up though.....I don't know how
> what size to buy to account for feet swelling.  It feels so wrong to buy a
> half size or even a size too big.  It seems that if you buy a shoe that is
> too big you risk extra movement and slippage which could lead to blisters
> etc.  I know I am over thinking this but if anyone can offer some wisdom
> about choosing the right shoe size to account for the inevitable swelling
> of a long distance hike that would be very much appreciated. Thank you all
> in advance!!
> Best,
> Ben
>
>  Ben, don't stock up on shoes just yet.  You have a whole year to settle
> this question of what is right for your feet.  Why don't you buy just one
> pair of shoes that are a half size too big, then walk in them for miles and
> miles this spring.  After that, try another pair or two over the summer,
> maybe a whole size too big and longer miles.  Practicing with different
> pairs should help you to decide what is right for your particular feet.
>
> Blue Butterfly
>