# #278 Our Three Biggest Issues with Shoe Fit, Ranked

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Podcast: [Doctors of Running Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/doctors-of-running-podcast-696708)
Published: 2026-01-28T07:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/doctors-of-running/episodes/278-Our-Three-Biggest-Issues-with-Shoe-Fit--Ranked-e3e5qsc
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When we talk shoes it's almost always midsoles: foams, plates, geometries, hype. We often forget the uppers of our shoes, and problems with them can make or break the running experience. Matt, David, and Nathan get together to talk about their three biggest pet-peeves when it comes to shoe fit. Heel rubbing, too much padding, narrow forefoots, and more. What are your fit pet-peeves? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com . Get your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/ We're thrilled to introduce Rabbit as a presenting partner! You can use code DORJAN10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can’t combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com/. Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING ! https://www.skratchlabs.com Chapters 0:00 - Intro 1:16 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs 26:31 - What can make or break a shoe's upper 31:03 - Low forefoot volume and width 32:39 - Not enough room where the midfoot & forefoot transition 35:13 - Overly tapered toe boxes 41:25 - Too early of a taper 43:05 - Overly plush & padded uppers 46:37 - Tongues that are either too thick or too thin 51:37 - Not enough security in the midfoot 54:11 - Heel seams that cause rubbing 57:51 - Heel counters that angle into the Achilles 1:02:31 - Wrap-up

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