Where did you find the 22s??

@elizabethw.454 Sadly, it was only extreme size

Thanks for reaching out! In general, the difference in widths between a Standard width and a Wide width is approximately 1.2cm (or a bit less than half an inch). In some brands and models, this can be as large as 1.5cm (or a bit over half an inch). The extra width provides more room in the forefoot and midfoot areas, which can be beneficial if you have a wider foot or prefer a bit more space for comfort. However, if you have a narrower foot and typically wear Standard-width running shoes, then you may find the Wide to be too roomy. Best thing to do in your situation is try the shoes on for fit and comfort indoors where you won't mark or damage the outsole and keep the shoes in new condition. That way if you find them too roomy, you can return them for an exchange to Standard width.

I find they tend to run 1/2 size small. I wear size 9.5 in most running shoes, I always order size 10 in On shoes

This is one scenario where it does actually make sense if you have plantar then yes you should use zero drop shoes. a lot of the other claims are kind bunk but for that specific issue it does 100% make sense. because you want to take pressure off the ball of the foot. The Via Olympus in this video isn't very comfortable but the version 2 is very comfortable. only issue is they made it way uglier and gave it even more of a rocker. Altra is a mess. All of their products come with a lot of compromises. It's honestly hard to suggest them, but there aint many other choices on the market right now for shoes that are zero drop but also have cushioning like a regular running shoe. However, I'd suggest stuff like NB over Altra for most folks. Just make sure they actually fit in length and width. NB has many models with very low drop such as the More V4 shown in this video. But that thing is even clunkier than the Altra shown in the video. It's an absolute boat. but otherwise a really good shoe. If you're gonna get an altra, I'd suggest trying the Esclante 4, Torin likely in wide which means either an ugly light gray or ugly blue. or the Via olympus 2 which is the new version of the boat that's in this video. All the other models have too many issues and or have narrow lasts. Altra isn't what it used to be. Think of those 3 models as a spectrum from minimal to maximal and figure out what you need. For an issue like plantar I'd suggest the Torin above the other 2. but the torin is narrower than the other 2 and only comes in a wide size in 2 ugly colors. So there really is no winning. Altra has also been plagued by serious durability issues for a while now so don't expect them to last very long. and it's not like they're cheap. Via Olympus 2 after tax will cost you nearly $180. The cheapest one will cost you about $140 after tax. Is it worth it? Probably not but it doesn't hurt to try it once.

Hey @MrClemmo13 This is a great Q! As its pretty well assumed, Hoka owns the high stack, cushioned category and has done for the past decade. When the industry started to see the cut through they had on market share, all other brands took notice and went straight to the design table to work their own version(s) of this evolutionary category. While Hoka is still growing as a brand, there are a lot of options now from their competitors speaking to the market looking for cushioned, high stack shoes with a metarocker. You are spoilt for choice and it does come down to fit, feel and function. Brands are all competiting for the attention of the runner/athlete with the wallet. Fair to say Nike owned the carbon plate performance shoe category for 2-3 years before others started to catch up.... They still dominate this space, but the other brands have some seriously good shoes to fit the needs and requirements within this category. I take the same approach with what Hoka had done to the market in the early 2010's. Total disruptors, and they as a brand have changed the landscape. Its not to say we wouldn't be here now without Hoka, but industry leaders tend to be game changes. That is exactly what Hoka is!! Thanks for the comments. Do you have a favourite Hoka shoe? Mine was the Clifton 6!! Regards, Josh

@@SportitudeAusthanks heaps for your reply

If both are available, lean on the 15 for walking. 16 is remarkable under foot, and certainly more dialed for running.