Toe box too big...

[michelle K]

I changed to GAM 100 (C-width) a while ago. I like the boot overall. Very comfy boot from the start. However, I am having trouble with the toe box area. It's just too roomy. I can move toes up and down.
My toes used to get pinched in my old boots, but big toe area seems just as bad as a tight one. Did anyone else have to deal with this? Is going for different boots the only option?

[Elsy2]

My daughter's left boot is too big, so we put in a different insole to take up the room. I bought Dr. Scholl's athletic insoles and cut them down to fit. I really had to trim it severely to match the skating boot insole, but it is working for her.

[Mrs Redboots]

Before investing in new skates, why not see if you can't get used to these ones, first of all? You could always try wrapping your toes in cotton wool....

[icenut84]

Elsy2's idea about a second insole is worth a try (BTW Elsy2 - I don't remember if I told you or not, but a couple of months ago I had new boots and the left one was too big, as my feet are slightly different sizes, and I had started to wear a thick sock on this foot to take up the room. After I read your suggestion about the extra insole, I looked everywhere for the ones you were talking about and couldn't find them anywhere, not even in a Scholl shop, but I bought some insoles that are specifically for "trainers and sports shoes", thinking they were probably the closest I'd get. I took out the existing insole from my left skate and used it as a template to cut the new one to size, and have skated with them both in my left skate ever since. :mrgreen: Now I have no problems with the size!! It's SO much better. I am eternally in your debt. :) )

[Elsy2]

I'm so glad that worked for you Icenut! 8)