SouthernSon

I have noticed the new Piloti shoes seem a little on the tight side lately. Anyone find a shoe that runs wider?

c5racr1

Those are the widest I have used!

SunnydayDILYSI

My foot is a bit wide and the Puma's work for me.

ZZebes

I picked up a pair of Oreca shoes and they've been great

fleming23

Depends on the Puma though. The Futurecats run really narrow but are my go-to driving shoe. Some of their Tazon line are not bad but really are no difference than any other tennis shoe, in my opinion.

SouthernSon

Appreciate the replies, guys. I tried on several of the new (restart of production) Pilotis at the NCM paddock store but found them to be really snug compared to the older Pilotis I have. Can't find too many suppliers of the Orecas on this side of the ocean. The Pumas sound like good quality but the Amazon reviews say a little on the tight side, too. I know it is desirable to have a snug fit but my foot is a tad too wide for comfort. I might be able to get another season out of what I have until I can try on some more shoes.

Dan H.

I have the sparco 77 shoes you see on Amazon. I find the sole of the shoe is too narrow for heel/toeing for me. I wear a regular new balance shoe on the track because of the wider bottom

Charley Hoyt

I never thought of Piloti's as track shoes. If your going to get a track shoe wouldn't you want a fireproof shoe? I think one of the Pilotis are fireproof, but most are not.

SouthernSon

In W2W we have to wear an FIA approved which is, indeed, fireproof. When driving at a track day I prefer a low top more comfortable shoe. One that is reinforced for h/t shifts, though.

SouthernSon

Update: Craig, of USRacegear, suggested Simpson Adrenalines. I'll give these a try. If these are too tight I'll try flip-flops. I have been known to run a session or two in leather soled roper's.

http://www.usracegear.com/product/SI-AD

SouthernSon

Update: the Simpsons do fit snug but not quite as snug as the new Pilotis. Plus, I like the relief in the back of the ankle area. As most know that high top on most shoes can really get irritating while walking around.

Captain Buddha

I run these shoes whenever I'm in the race cars, it's a dirt track shoe, don't be taken back by that - it has what I consider to be a great safety design - you see the flap over the laces - keeps dripping fluids OUT of the shoe. They are VERY comfortable. I've got a wide (D) foot and they fit great. Only draw back is that getting them on is a PITA. The price is right too:

http://www.outlawraceparts.com/produ...oe-2024-2.html

KnightDriveTV

Actually, Ken Block wears a wide shoe, so he had his shoe brand DC make wide racing shoes. I have a pair.

UrbanKnight

If you can find them, I really like the Oakley Overtake shoe for a non-w2w comfy shoe...

https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=...81915639996797

Magister Ludi

Take a look at OMP's. I go wide for running shoes (new balance), and the OMP Sport racing shoes are comfortable for me.

383 Z06

I have a wider foot and PUMA Future Cat Mid Pro fits perfect and the asymetric lacing allow a bit better circulation for my feet

Hi Volts Z06

I find the OMP to run a bit narrow but need that to keep my foot from hitting brake and gas unintentionally. I think the key with any shoe is to take it off when you are not in the car. I try to avoid walking around the paddock in them.

ElCid79

Simpson makes a great shoe. I have big feat and mine are all day comfortable

thehaggis

Some swear by converse chucks /shrug

Personally, I'm not a fan, though I haven't tried out the redesign since Nike bought them.

froggy47

Nice, are there laces under those straps or are the straps = the closure system?