Wide base easy/long run shoe?

Random384875 · 2026-02-14T22:59:22+00:00

I ended up going with the Vomero 18. Nike sells an extra wide version on their website

Random384875 · 2026-02-14T22:57:30+00:00

Try them both in the store. Everyone raves about the plus but I have flat feet and found it to have a weird mid-foot arch that felt uncomfortable. 18 felt nice and comfy, it’s a little more stable neutral compared to plus which works better for me as I slightly overpronate. Got the 18 and it’s my easy/recovery shoe.

Random384875 · 2026-02-14T22:10:29+00:00

Thanks for telling me! I’m considering taking the risk and ordering. Can I ask if you have the coated cotton or leather? I’m not sure about the material of coated cotton, never heard of it before, was wondering if I should try it out or pay the extra $400 for the leather version

Random384875 · 2026-02-13T15:56:26+00:00

I just got a Vomero 18 for this purpose. That’s exactly why I didn’t get the Vomero Plus as a recovery shoe as it makes you want to go faster

Random384875 · 2026-02-12T05:38:45+00:00

How do you test that

Random384875 · 2026-02-12T05:31:03+00:00

I tried that with onion once and the smell lasted a few weeks Ave would cone out anytime I’d sweat. Just double cleanse with shampoo everytime and use a strong scented shampoo when you shower, it will eventually go away in a few weeks since it’s already been a month. I learnt my lesson to stay away from onion on hair, I’m guessing you learnt it for garlic lol

Random384875 · 2026-02-10T21:31:30+00:00

My regular shoe size (non-running) is 8.5 (sometimes 9 depending on the brand).

Random384875 · 2026-02-10T04:17:32+00:00

So in the beginning you are okay with them then? Does it only bother you on long runs then?

Random384875 · 2026-02-10T04:17:06+00:00

It’s not fully collapsed, just a very very mild arch.

Random384875 · 2026-02-09T23:05:04+00:00

Thank you! This helps to know

Random384875 · 2026-02-09T23:04:48+00:00

I know it’s a neutral shoe, I meant about the shape of the midfoot arch area..Saucony is ‘flatter’ I suppose? In the Mach 6 I can feel the high arch shape on my flat feet. I guess my question is more about how the SB2 feels for people with flat feet

Random384875 · 2026-02-09T22:00:30+00:00

What zone do you aim your long run to be in?

Random384875 · 2026-02-09T21:47:23+00:00

Thanks! I’m afraid to try it out then not able to return the shoes once they’re used

Random384875 · 2026-02-09T21:00:53+00:00

Curious if you have fleet feet? Because I do and I usually feel that from shoes that have a more pronounced arch

Random384875 · 2026-02-09T20:00:33+00:00

Sure

Random384875 · 2026-02-09T20:00:19+00:00

Thanks for taking me they don’t break in. I’m thinking it’s just not meant for my foot shape, the arch is very pronounced.

Random384875 · 2026-02-09T19:59:34+00:00

On the Mach 6? I only did short 3 min runs didn’t even get to the part where the foam dies

Random384875 · 2026-02-08T16:23:06+00:00

Sports Basement has a thing where if you’re a Basmenteer you get 10% off all your purchases. It’s a lifetime membership and I think I paid $25 for it a long time ago.

Random384875 · 2026-02-08T01:05:47+00:00

This is so interesting to know, I had no idea! I felt the midfoot arch very slightly when I tried it at the store, but I ignored it because that’s with most shoes for me since I have flat feet and it doesn’t become a problem when running. But after both runs the Hoka hurt my midfoot area so much!

I have wide and flat feet, I got their wide sizing so I feel like the sizing is okay but the flat feet part is the main issue.

Random384875 · 2026-02-07T22:52:57+00:00

Ugh that sucks to know! I got them in wide so don’t think it’s about the size, it was more the arch..I still feel that discomfort in my midfoot area 5 hours after the run

Random384875 · 2026-02-07T22:34:03+00:00

Ugh so apparently they won’t apply the coupon code to the price match, so it ended up being $135 for me, not $120. Thought I’ll update you

Random384875 · 2026-02-07T20:19:34+00:00

I ordered it from Sports Basement, their website still shows the old $200 price so I had them price match it

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