Originally Posted by
StanSeven
Feet don't really swell that much cycling. The idea to get a half size larger to accomodate swelling is more more weight bearing actvitites like running.
Cycling shows should feel a little snug initially because the uppers get more flexible with wear. The last thing you want is your feet moving around with too big of shows.
Thanks - There seem to be 2 camps of people on this. Most people recommend half size up. But I found that more people recommend the very snug fit, who are probably the competition riders, or those who really serious about riding. I am a little bit of both - I don't want to be uncomfortable, but won;t want the lose anything in terms of efficiency. I've been walking around in the RT51s and I've got enough room at the toebox to wiggle my toes a little bit. I also feel that my heel can sink into the heel cup a little more with wear. And if what you say is right about the uppers getting more flexible with wear, then I think my shoes will be ok cos it feels tight across the top, not at the front. Thks!