Hello all,

After about a year of searching for shoes, I am glad to say I have finally found a pair that are suitable for my flat, wide feet. I stumbled across Tai-Chi Tranquility one day on the internet, which, amongst other things, sells custom measured martial arts shoes. All in all the shoes were only ~$85 (which is a really a great deal considering that includes the international shipping) and they fit perfectly. Most importantly, they have an option for using a different sole for wide feet (which doesn't halve in width halfway through the sole like most other martial arts shoes). I would suggest their shoes to anyone who needs a good traditional martial arts shoe, especially those with wider and/or flatter feet.

If anyone wants to know more, feel free to ask!

Sounds nice. Are you able to flex and form your feet pretty well for whatever kicking tool you use? Years ago, I had a pair of TKD kicking shoes, but I had the same experience with the narrow sole, and I was more wobbly in them than I was barefoot.

I don't feel like the shoes are too restrictive as far as ankle/foot flexing movements (although there is some inevitable restriction due to the fact they're shoes). I actually think that a sturdier construction is actually more helpful with these shoes as opposed to the last pair (which was quite soft/pliable), as it prevents my feet from bulging and sliding off the sole and keeps that foot and the shoe moving as one.

Happy to hear you found a good pair!

Sounds great that you found somewhere that does custom MA shoes.

I have awkward feet and is often hard to get comfortable shoes. Although for Karate and BJJ i don't wear shoes.

And I wear runners/converse 90% of the time, but i know how to defend myself whilst wearing them.