PB 4.2 Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Hi, PB here. I'm a busy man. One day I can be using the Crosstrainer at Bannatynes, the next I'm pounding the Queens at Gleneagles. But it takes its toll, and on closer inspection, my trainers are in poor (borderline very poor) condition. The sidewall stitching has been perishing on the offside since November 2017 and it's no longer watertight. The punched eyelets are intact but the lace thread is perishing and resembles the hair of scarecrow or an old woman. The glue isn't holding the sole. Up to now, I've been fairly loyal to GOLA. But their latest shoe the Gola Belmont hasn't proven a wise buy and I'm seriously tempted to use New Balance. Anyone else have extra-extra wide feet? If so, what shoes do you suggest? Serious suggestions only please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Skidmarks Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 I believe Lonsdales have a softer leatherette that wrap around the fuller gentlemans foot, they also produce slip ons that a man of your size might appreciate as you wouldn't need to bend over so much to tie the laces. They are available from M and M Direct for around £15. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sergeant Wilson Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 3 minutes ago, PB 4.2 said: Hi, PB here. I'm a busy man. One day I can be using the Crosstrainer at Bannatynes, the next I'm pounding the Queens at Gleneagles. But it takes its toll, and on closer inspection, my trainers are in poor (borderline very poor) condition. The sidewall stitching has been perishing on the offside since November 2017 and it's no longer watertight. The punched eyelets are intact but the lace thread is perishing and resembles the hair of scarecrow or an old woman. The glue isn't holding the sole. Up to now, I've been fairly loyal to GOLA. But their latest shoe the Gola Belmont hasn't proven a wise buy and I'm seriously tempted to use New Balance. Anyone else have extra-extra wide feet? If so, what shoes do you suggest? Serious suggestions only please. Try these for size. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkfish Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Nike generally cater well for the widely shod gentleman, but might be a bit mainstream for a Gola loyalist. Mizuno suit better as a more niche brand. On a general lifestyle note, out of curiosity why do you maintain both a Gleneagles and Bannatynes membership, rather than using the Gleneagles leisure facilities and therefore remaining within their superior health/leisure ecosystem, and avoiding the surely more down-market surroundings and clientele of Bannatynes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.A.F.C Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Gola? https://youtu.be/rX7wtNOkuHo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LincolnHearts Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Tell us what trainers you fancy and I'll get Mrs LH to sit her arse on a pair for 10 minutes. They'll be wider than a dual carriageway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PB 4.2 Posted February 13, 2018 Author Share Posted February 13, 2018 24 minutes ago, monkfish said: Nike generally cater well for the widely shod gentleman, but might be a bit mainstream for a Gola loyalist. Mizuno suit better as a more niche brand. On a general lifestyle note, out of curiosity why do you maintain both a Gleneagles and Bannatynes membership, rather than using the Gleneagles leisure facilities and therefore remaining within their superior health/leisure ecosystem, and avoiding the surely more down-market surroundings and clientele of Bannatynes? Nike only go one size EW. I was first diagnosed as an EEW in 1989 and have used EEEW since easter '02. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ah-dee Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 i go with firetrap although not sure if the go as far as eeew. got a pair off amazon with next day delivery for £20. they were so comfy i wentand bought them in white as well. still prefer my air max's but like you said tgey only do ew. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shandon Par Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 9 hours ago, PB 4.2 said: Hi, PB here. I'm a busy man. One day I can be using the Crosstrainer at Bannatynes, the next I'm pounding the Queens at Gleneagles. But it takes its toll, and on closer inspection, my trainers are in poor (borderline very poor) condition. The sidewall stitching has been perishing on the offside since November 2017 and it's no longer watertight. The punched eyelets are intact but the lace thread is perishing and resembles the hair of scarecrow or an old woman. The glue isn't holding the sole. Up to now, I've been fairly loyal to GOLA. But their latest shoe the Gola Belmont hasn't proven a wise buy and I'm seriously tempted to use New Balance. Anyone else have extra-extra wide feet? If so, what shoes do you suggest? Serious suggestions only please. A chap who takes his fitness as seriously as your good self should be looking at these for the cross trainer. Plenty of lateral give to accommodate a substantial foot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmeister Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 I'm pounding the Queens at Gleneagles. I never realised that Gleneagles was a gay dogging area Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PB 4.2 Posted February 14, 2018 Author Share Posted February 14, 2018 11 hours ago, monkfish said: Nike generally cater well for the widely shod gentleman, but might be a bit mainstream for a Gola loyalist. Mizuno suit better as a more niche brand. On a general lifestyle note, out of curiosity why do you maintain both a Gleneagles and Bannatynes membership, rather than using the Gleneagles leisure facilities and therefore remaining within their superior health/leisure ecosystem, and avoiding the surely more down-market surroundings and clientele of Bannatynes? My work takes me into Edinburgh and therefore I regularly attend the Queens st Bannatynes. I also use the Dunfermline and Newcraighall branches on a monthly branches. I used to use Perth but I fell out with manager and cafe staff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LincolnHearts Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 13 hours ago, PB 4.2 said: Nike only go one size EW. I was first diagnosed as an EEW in 1989 and have used EEEW since easter '02. In all seriousness, that must make footwear buying a nightmare. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shandon Par Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 3 hours ago, PB 4.2 said: My work takes me into Edinburgh and therefore I regularly attend the Queens st Bannatynes. I also use the Dunfermline and Newcraighall branches on a monthly branches. I used to use Perth but I fell out with manager and cafe staff. Was it over portion sizes or had you flattened some of the chairs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Bishop Briggs Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 I have the same problems as the OP plus other issues. My specialist recommended New Balance. On his advice, I bought a couple of pairs of 576s, made in Cumbria. They are very comfortable and are available in half sizes from top retailers, e.g. End Clothing. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PB 4.2 Posted February 14, 2018 Author Share Posted February 14, 2018 1 hour ago, Bishop Briggs said: I have the same problems as the OP plus other issues. My specialist recommended New Balance. On his advice, I bought a couple of pairs of 576s, made in Cumbria. They are very comfortable and are available in half sizes from top retailers, e.g. End Clothing. Hope this helps. Message me with the trainers you picked. Bought 3 pairs from Clarks shoes earlier today but cost me nearly £350! Which is fine because I have a 5-figure salary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Kebab Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 You don't count the numbers after the decimal point!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bishop Briggs Posted February 15, 2018 Share Posted February 15, 2018 12 hours ago, PB 4.2 said: Message me with the trainers you picked. Bought 3 pairs from Clarks shoes earlier today but cost me nearly £350! Which is fine because I have a 5-figure salary. I got this pair at Christmas and have another pair of 576s - light and very comfortable. I moved up half a size - https://www.newbalance.co.uk/men/shoes/lifestyle/made-in-uk-and-made-in-us/made-in-uk-collection/576-made-in-uk/M576-LM.html?dwvar_M576-LM_color=Blue_with_Grey#color=Blue_with_Grey&width=D ETA - the standard D fit is much wider than Nike, Adidas etc. My podiatrist also recommended KSwiss tennis shoes - http://www.kswiss.com/uk/men/footwear/tennis?colors=Blue_White. I wear Defiers in my normal size, the widest trainer that I have found. They are for hard courts - strong, sturdy and quite heavy for a trainer. KSwiss have other trainers in various colours. KSwiss running shoes and cross trainers are worth trying too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bishop Briggs Posted February 15, 2018 Share Posted February 15, 2018 This is the extra-wide running shoe (6E) from New Balance - https://www.newbalance.co.uk/made-in-uk-and-us/made-in-us-collection/990v4/M990-V4.html?dwvar_M990-V4_color=Black_with_Silver#color=Black_with_Silver&width=6E I don't think that there is anything wider on the market. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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