Just for statistics: I still really like them. After the updates to all the product lines they fit my feet even better. Luck of the draw I guess.
First used the Trailtalon 235 in 2019 followed by two pairs of the Trailfly G270 V1 and a Trailfly G300Max. So I never wore the fell running models of the glory days everyone seems to miss so much.
Now using Mudtalon Speed, Trailfly Speed and Max Models. They fit loose in the heel which you can counter with adjusted lacing. All of them are extremely durable with good grip. I also like the wider toe box.
The look is quite dated and uninspiring though.
To me they are still making solid shoes if you like a wider toebox. I get why fell runners who look for a very precise fit are upset about this, but I like to run long distances on a variety of trails without getting my toes crammed in a baguette shaped shoe.
I started noticing this a couple years ago and planned accordingly. For me I have huge feet and it's hard to find good shoes.
For those in my situation and like a low drop and low rise, look into Inov-8. I've only bought these shoes since early '23 and I hope they never change.
Would definitely look at Inov8
Imo they fit this kind of foot shape. They are also relatively minimal compared to most, even their max cushion models are not particularly high stack by today's standards. They have a zero drop version of most models also. If you have a narrow heel I'd go 'precision fit', they still have decent toebox, and good ground feel imo.
Depending on terrain - trailfly are good on hardpack and low-medium technical trails, trail talons are the all rounder for varied terrain and softer surfaces, and mud talons are for mud and highly technical terrain.
Long reply here but I understand this quite niche problem all too well. I have a bunion in the same place on left foot but actually have skinny midfoot so always struggle to get a lockdown in 'wide' shoes.
The Inov8 Trailfly and their new range works well here. I'd actually go for the standard fit over wide as the toe box is already foot shaped. The width I think is in the midfoot. For example, I have a pair of precision fit Mudtalons and get a super snug midfoot lockdown but the toebox still lets my foot spread.
The problem you actually have is that a lot of 'wide toe box' shoes still carry that super straight line on the inside of the foot which obviously doesn't work. Even the Prodigio Pro mentioned is quite accommodating but suffers from this to a degree as the bunion pushes the mesh out and can become uncomfortable by forcing your foot or all toes away to the side. Salomon shoes are quite bad for this, even though I suck it up and wear them as the midfoot just suits my feet.
The Trailfy is the comfiest shoe I've worn in years, and I've even cleaned mine up and now wear them for walking around daily and the gym.
They do a Trailtalon too if you need more softground grip, plus a road shoe.
Edit to add: if anything like me, mine is just on the one foot so if I buy wide shoes, the other is super sloppy. This is why a better shape toe box works better than a wide fitting shoe in my opinion.
I love my Inov-8's. I have gone through like half a dozen pairs of Roclite 290's and then some pairs of Trail Talons and more. They hold up well and especially the Talons have been very comfortable. The soles are grippy. Never used the Mid's but assuming they are like the base shoes just with a higher shaft - I would totally recommend them.
But shoes are a very individual, personal thing. All our feet are different.
Inov-8 has a bunch of models in a wide size now. Even the older models I use have a lot of room for my toes. Durability is fine I think, compared to what I read about Altras.
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