Shoe sizing

[Hemal Kara]

Good morning all, last year sometime I had someone purchase some first ascent mtb shoes https://www.sportsmanswarehouse.co.za/product/first-ascent-gravel-mountain-bike-cycling-shoes/ I am a regular size UK7, they advised him to take a size up if my normal size is UK7 so I have a UK8. I am looking to get a better pair of shoes now and I was wondering if I should get a pair true to my size. At the time I was new to riding and did'nt know much about sizing so I just took their advice. What are your thoughts? Also I need help choosing between the shimano XC502 or the shimano XC702 shoes. Thanks  

[warrencharlesza]

have a look at lake shoes, they have reasonable priced (3k) and very expensive (7-9k), but they also provide a sizing guide ie trace your foot and measure certain parameters, Shops will push you to buy longer when you need wider causing issues for you. Not all brands offer a regular and wide but lake does. I had poor fitting shoes for a while and upgraded to Lakes and have never been more comfortable. I spent a large amount of money trying to resolve "hot foot" issues.

[Scott roy]

Various brands fit completely differently despite being the same size. Definitely try before you buy. 

[DieselnDust]

Lake shoes and Shimano Shoes are really the leaders in South African feet accommodation.

AS Warren says use the lake shoes sizing guide and use those dimensions to get a ball park fit and apply to your favourite brand, Hopefully Lake