Wide foot runner. My milage is 40+ miles a week. I normally stick with new balance. I love the rebels for my daily trainer. I will say my favorite wide shoe is the Hoka Mach 6. I use those for races. I just brought the Hoka Arahi’s 8. It’s alright for the purpose I brought the shoe for.
Try asics gel-kayano 32, new balance 860, hoka arahi 8 see which one is the most comfortable for you, all three are stability shoes. I personally use the new balance 860
If you're looking for a lightweight stability type shoe, look at the Saucony Tempus. But thats if you NEED a stability shoe.
I've run both the Arahi 8 and the Novablast 5. I got the Arahi after getting my foot scanned and being told I needed a stability shoe (I've worn stability shoes almost all my adult/runninglife). But after digging a bit more, mild pronation doesn't mean you NEED a stability shoe. So while the Arahi 8 did keep my pronation in line, I have been trying out other neutral shoes with built in stability elements (ie medial sidewalls, midsole firmness etc). That lead me to the Novablast...which tl;dr wasn't for me. Too plush/soft underfoot leading me to think it was less than ideal for lateral stability.
By all means, get scanned/evaluated at running stores, but I think it's better to know what you're looking for in a shoe and tell them I want X, Y, and Z and see what they offer. Do that at a few stores and see where their recommendations overlap and then try those shoes out. If they feel good underfoot/while running then that's the best shoe for you.
IMO the Kayano 32 was faster than the Arahi 8. Both were fine, but the Arahi 8 felt a bit more...more if that makes sense. Like there was more on the foot making it feel sluggish.
The Guide and the Kayano were comparable. I was able to get pretty fast in the Guide
I went to a running store and after they recorded me walk/run on a treadmill told me I needed stability shoes. Took home a pair of Hoka Arhahi 8’s came back a week later with arch pain in my right foot 10-15 minutes into running. Tried a pair of Brooks Ghost 17 and although no archpain, seems to be some pain in the frontal area. 🤷♂️
Hey everyone,
I’m looking for a new pair of running shoes and would appreciate some input.
**Background**
6’0”, 195 lbs, Wide/flat feet, Injury history: left plantar fasciitis and right meniscus tear, Running: 3–6 miles at an easy pace about 3x per week
My injuries heavily influence what I can tolerate in daily footwear and running shoes.
**Shoes I’ve tried**
**Hoka Bondi 7 (4E) — Prior Shoe**
Width was mostly adequate, but still slightly narrow through the midfoot.
Occasionally irritated my low/flat arches.
Felt heavy, especially during tempo efforts.
**Altra Torin 7 (Wide) — Current Shoe**
Excellent midfoot width and roomy toe box. Fit my foot shape well.
Couldn’t adapt to the 0mm drop. It slowed my pace and I recently developed Achilles discomfort.
**On Cloudsurfer Next (Wide) - Recent return**
Slightly snug toe box and mid foot width, but manageable.
Lightweight and noticeably improved pace.
Firmer foam + aggressive rocker aggravated my plantar fasciitis. This caused me to return them.
**Shoes I’m Considering**
1. Nike Vomero Plus (Extra Wide)
2. Puma ForeverRun NITRO 2 (Wide)
3. Hoka Gaviota 6 (4E)
I’m unsure whether I should be in a neutral or stability shoe given my flat feet and injury history.
Open to other recommendations that balance spacious width (especially mid foot), moderate drop (not 0mm drop), cushioned but not overly firm.
Appreciate any and all feedback! Thanks!
Arahi 8s are what I went with and they’re awesome! Stability and cushioning feels great! The Arahi is definitely lighter than most shoes in this similar category. Also, this shoe is more spacious than other Hoka 4E options. It can accommodate my entire foot even in the foot arch/mid foot area. That’s where I typically have most of my issues. I can’t recommend them enough!
Update: I went with the Arahi 8 in 4E and it has been the best running shoes I’ve had in the last 2-3 years! Cushioning is awesome and the stability is great! It helps manage all my injuries! Also, the mid foot is very wide and accommodating. My prior Bondi 7 and the new Gaviota 7 were too narrow in the mid foot even in the 4E sizing. The Arahi 8 is very spacious and I highly recommend them for those with wide feet!
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