Wide Toe Box Shoe Reviews

Like all Xeros, the Gracie has a wide toe box and has ample room for the toes to splay. However, we found the Gracie to be a little snug while wearing Correct Toes due to the waterproof rubber. People with more narrow or low-volume feet will be more likely to comfortably fit Correct Toes in the Gracie compared to those with wider feet. Correct Toes that have been modified by trimming the 5th toe spacer are also more likely to fit than unmodified Correct toes.

These rain boots are completely flat, without unnecessary heel elevation or toe spring, and have a stack height of 5 mm plus a 3.5 mm removable insole. Xero Gracies are also one of the more flexible rain boots available, which helps to encourage natural foot movement. Although the rubber should soften over time, our tester observed the boot creasing across the tops of the toes, causing some mild pinching discomfort.

The Strike Movement Haze Trainer is a versatile cross-trainer. The toe box is wider than most conventional brands but not as wide as many of the natural footwear brands. With the insole removed we were able to fit a modified pair of Correct Toes comfortably, but it was pretty snug otherwise.

The Haze Trainer has a 4 mm drop for a total of 14.5 mm stack height at the heel. Zero-drop is the healthier option for most situations, but a minor heel elevation can at times be helpful for people with limited ankle dorsiflexion and Achilles pain.

The forefoot stack height is10.5 mm, which is thicker than most “barefoot” shoes but thinner than a lot of cushioned running shoes like Altra. This allows for a little ground-feel while still providing substantial protection and some support.