Comments on: Best Running Shoes for Hallux Rigidus

By: Eric Barber

Eric Barber — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 16:22:06 +0000

In reply to sl. The Altra Olympus or the Asics Trabuco Max might be a good fit for you.

By: sl

sl — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 13:25:29 +0000

I’ve started to develop an issue with my big toe. Few weeks ago I noticed my Bondis (older 5 and newer 7) are the only shoe that currently work for me (walking or running). Happy to read similar in here re Bondi! The problem I have I need a trail runner or light hiking shoe for trail running and hiking. My Hoka Speedgoats (5) or Salomon Sense Rides (3) do not work anymore at all. I went to test several shoes in my local shop and out of all brands available Hoka Tecton x 2 felt the best, but overall have some other doubts on it. Carbon plate might be a good idea for this toe condition… Would you have any experience on trails shoes with more stiffness and rocker or comment on the carbon plates in general? Thanks!

By: Eric Barber

Eric Barber — Tue, 22 Aug 2023 13:32:34 +0000

In reply to mujahid.

Heu Mujahid,
So sorry for the issue you have. These are some great shoes for metatarsalgia: https://www.steadyfoot.com/best-running-shoes-ball-foot-pain-metatarsalgia/

By: mujahid

mujahid — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 17:26:24 +0000

hi,

i have over pronate alot, ( depressed or flexible arches ) and also has hallusus rigidus/ limitus..
i am over weight i weigh a 110kg.
shoe size for running shoes 26 wide.
i made myself custom made orthotic the arch support was good initially but now left arch hurts, also i try to walk fast or slight jog..
i get alot pf pain in my 1st metatarsal joint..
which shoes do u suggest..
my custom made orthotics a high they need deep shoes, for now i bought mizuno wave rider 26, because the other shoes from other brands were not deep enough..
could you please help me by recommending best shoes for my 1st metatarsal joint pain, shoes which are deep enough to fit my custom orthotics..
thanks

By: Mart

Mart — Thu, 20 Oct 2022 06:24:36 +0000

What trainers would be recommended for trail ultra running, speedgoats were working but recent upgrade for the speedgoat 5 seem to trigger hip flexor issues?

By: Eric

Eric — Fri, 07 Oct 2022 06:38:30 +0000

In reply to Gail. So sorry to hear about your condition. The More seems a solid option, but with the different foot issues you have, the best thing to do is walk in the shoe and see how everything feels on your foot. If the More works with your foot mechanics, please tell us how everything went.

By: Gail

Gail — Thu, 06 Oct 2022 19:33:05 +0000

I have huge bunions and arthritis in the 2nd, 3rd and 4th TMT with flattening of metatarsal arch leading to severe metatarsalgia. Different podiatrists and a podiatrist have told me different shoes to buy. Hoka is generally agreed on but don’t fit my feet well. Too tight at the instep. A reputable shoe store told me New Balance more V3 doesn’t have enough stability but they feel the best on my feet. I would very much appreciate your opinion. This shoe store recommended Cambrian ultra mesh EE. They felt ok in the store but when I wore them at home they very quickly caused alot of pain in the big toe and up the foot. I’m on my way to return them and would like to buy the new balance more v3 but would like your opinion first. Thank you.

By: Eric

Eric — Thu, 14 Jul 2022 21:07:44 +0000

In reply to Janine Mendelawitz. So sorry for your condition. No shoe is going to work for everyone. What works for me might not work for you. If you read reviews on Amazon related to Hallux Rigidus, you can find a lot of people really recommending Hokas for their condition because they helped them get back to running. Maybe your condition is a bit extreme and the only thing is to just keep trying different shoes until you find the ones that work for you best.

By: Janine Mendelawitz

Janine Mendelawitz — Thu, 07 Jul 2022 03:06:26 +0000

I have just purchased some Hoka Clifton 8 and they are not suitable for my hallux rigidus causing extreme pain on walking as there is too much flexibility in the forefoot causing my toes to bend upwards. I purchased these after reading many articles about the best shoes for this condition. At the time of purchase I tried several other shoes on your list and all of them have some flexibility in the front of the shoe so they are not suitable. The Hokas also twinged a bit, but I thought I might just get used to the shoe but not so. The best shoes that I have ever had were Skechers Shape Ups but sadly these are not longer available and there is not a suitable replacement. MBT shoes have the same central rocker and these are suitable but they are heavy and do not have a wide shoe box or much cushioning. It seems that many of the articles about suitable shoes for this condition have been written by ‘experts’ who don’t have the issue themselves. I have also tried many orthotics (all of them too hard for my vulnerable toes). I just wish someone would bring back Shape Ups (or something similar) which had a perfect rocker sole, soft cushioning and were light weight and enduring and also stylish.

By: Eric

Eric — Sat, 22 Jan 2022 20:46:13 +0000

In reply to Gen M. You can check the Hoka Clifton 8 or the Torin 5. Good luck.

By: Gen M

Gen M — Sat, 22 Jan 2022 18:24:41 +0000

Hi, great article. I’m in the market for a pair of trainers for hallux rigidus. Any stand out performer for marathon runners? Thanks.

By: Eric

Eric — Mon, 10 Jan 2022 18:22:43 +0000

In reply to Sharon Avila. Have you tried some of the shoes in the blog post?

By: Sharon Avila

Sharon Avila — Mon, 10 Jan 2022 03:57:41 +0000

The Nike Zoom Fly knit with a carbon fiber sole, were THE BEST for my hallux rigidus. I can no longer find them, and I am looking for a comparable brand.