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Are you looking for a narrow walking boot for a lady? Then read on...
The lady in question has very narrow feet and wants some walking boots suitable for low level flat paths about 5 miles a day.
Below is the question and what I recommend.
The question:
Hi, I hope you can help?
My partner and I are going on a walking holiday in 2.5 months (about 5 miles a day on flatish paths) and she needs a pair of gore-tex walking shoes/boots (nothing too heavy or ugly!)...the problem is she has long feet (size 9) which are very narrow feet (her middle toe is ¼ inch longer than her big toe!)...can you recommend any makes/models and a retailer somewhere in the west midlands?
My response:
Feet can be a real problem at times, especially when you are trying on outdoor footwear.
My first recommendation is for your partner to get her feet professionally measured by a trained and experienced outdoor footwear fitter. Cotswold are usually good at fitting boots and I believe that they do train their boot fitters. Have a look at their website for your nearest store.
Personally I would always recommend a pair of walking boots over walking shoes as they can provide more lateral support and reduce the chances of twisting an ankle if the ground is uneven. The ankle cuff also stops annoying little stones from working their way into your boot if you are walking on stony tracks. Most of the big boot manufacturers produce walking boots specifically designed for women.
Traditionally some of the Italian brands such as Zamberlan and Scarpa tend to produce a slightly narrow walking boot than, say, the German brands of Meindl and Han Wag. However, this now isn't always the case - have a look at the Scarpa technical pages about the lasts they use. They are specifically designed for the UK market, which may make your hunt for the perfect fit a little harder.
Meindl do a couple of walking boots in a ladies size 9 - the Meindl Jersey Lady and Meindl Kos Lady Walking Boots. They also do the Air Revolution Lady Lite and the Ohio Lady GTX on a specific narrow last in the ladies range, up to a size ten. This is classed a a light walking boot and would be fine for flat paths and short distances as long as you are not carrying a heavy pack. However, this walking boot is in my 2009 catalogue but not on their current website in the narrow width fitting.
I would recommend getting in touch with their GB distributor who will be able to give you up to date info on these two models and will probably be able to advise you of your nearest stockist. Email Bramwell International on info@bramwell-int.com or call 01539 560214 and they should be able to advise you further.
I hope you find this information useful and if there is anything else I can help with please let me know.
It would be great if you can let me know what boots you go for in the end.
But, if I don't hear from you have a great trip!
Have you got a question about outdoor gear, walking boots or gear for travelling? Then email me, gareth@walkandtravel.com and I will be only too pleased to give you free advice on outdoor gear and travel gear.
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