Customer Reviews Vasque Constant Velocity II

I have a pair of the same shoe from a few years ago and these are equally comfortable. They have a lot of cushioning - that might not be what some are looking for but I am so I appreciate it. The sizing seems off - I wear a 7.5 in 'street' shoes and an 8 in running shoes but in these I had to go up to a 9. The 8.5 felt snug. The 9 feels somewhat loose but not loose enough to be a problem. To me they feel like they have a wide toebox which I need but that might be partly because I'm wearing the loose 9 so overall they feel bigger than a "perfect" fit would. I don't run in them - I'm using them just as a daily wear shoe and for light hiking. For those uses they're great for me. I was surprised to read the other negative reviews - as I said I liked them enough to buy a second pair.

I have the original Constant Velocity, which I like but it has a slightly narrow fit and little room for padded socks. The Constant Velocity II was at first roomier and quite comfortable (although I couldn't make use of the upper lacing holes because of my lower instep). The shoes also seem to cradle my foot better than the earlier version. But then I noticed a quite uncomfortable ridge below my arch and I just couldn't imagine hiking in it. Very disappointed to send them back!

I had a pair of Constant Velocity from REI 2 years ago. They fitted my feet like a glove. However REI is no longer carry this style; and I was very happy finding this style from Zappos. The toe box of this new pair is too small, and the wide is also little to tight. With these reasons, I have to return them.

I wanted to love this shoe, I know it has excellent reviews, but there is too much slippage even with a secure heel lock. The trails I run are very rocky and the toe box on this is not protective and my toes kept hitting the top of the toe box - I found the stability to be poor. If you are using these on smooth trails then it's probably a great shoe.

I really tried to like these shoes, but just cannot do it. They are so over-cushioned that they are uncomfortable. They make my feet Hirt, my knees hurt and feel totally un stage. I could not imagine trying to hike or run on a trail with them. I would return them but have worn them several times, to work. Too bad Zappos return guarantee isn't like other companies the guarantee your satisfaction after wearing. I would send them back in a minute, but now they will sit in my closet. Wasted money...

The toe box is narrow, top to bottom. I tried 1/2 size up from my usual size, hoping the extra length would make a difference. However, that did not fix the problem, and the larger size is too long.