I have used the word "tremendous" to describe my instep before.
I remember in high school watching an incredulous Salomon Ski Boot rep realize he literally had nothing that could close over my foot.My favorite last is the 678, but it is seldom used. I use an orthotic in most of my shoes which does not do me any favors on fit over the instep. But my feet always feel better with them. I wore Boulders yesterday without them and missed them.
As to fit and feel, maybe after half a century I'm used to a few things. I also give new shoes a few light wears to settle in, which always makes a difference. I'm not leaving the house today, which I why I picked these new Bartletts to wear. They need a light day or 3 to settle in. They feel like new oxfords.
I posted my McTavish last week, which are on the 65. They have become some of my favorite and more comfortable shoes, but they didn't start that way. Maybe this is a warning not to buy my used shoes.
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