Hi Mike, in the meanwhile, I hope this information from Cam and Deniz's review last week answers some of your questions. As it reads, they run slightly big, for some at least, (I have a pair of Crankbros shoes as well as I sized down half a size from my typical 44 to a 43.5), because of the thinner ripstop material they appear to have a roomier toe box than the previous version. I hope that this helps, Mike. Thanks a ton!
From Cam: "Because the upper has less volume, while the shoes are the same length on the outside, there is a little more room inside. In the non-trail Stamp BOAs, and other Stamp shoes, 44.5s fit me like they were custom made. They are a little snug with a heavier sock and incredible with a slightly thinner sock, but both work great. Wearing the new shoes, the 44.5s feel a little loose, even with heavy socks, but the 44s are a little snug with thin socks. Both of these options work, and I expect the 44s will fit perfectly after some time, but neither is as comfortable as the 44.5 regular Stamp BOAs are for me. I have spoken to other riders who notice the size difference as well as those who don't, so your results may vary."
March 6, 2024, 10:48 a.m. - Matt Cusanelli
Hi Mike, in the meanwhile, I hope this information from Cam and Deniz's review last week answers some of your questions. As it reads, they run slightly big, for some at least, (I have a pair of Crankbros shoes as well as I sized down half a size from my typical 44 to a 43.5), because of the thinner ripstop material they appear to have a roomier toe box than the previous version. I hope that this helps, Mike. Thanks a ton! From Cam: "Because the upper has less volume, while the shoes are the same length on the outside, there is a little more room inside. In the non-trail Stamp BOAs, and other Stamp shoes, 44.5s fit me like they were custom made. They are a little snug with a heavier sock and incredible with a slightly thinner sock, but both work great. Wearing the new shoes, the 44.5s feel a little loose, even with heavy socks, but the 44s are a little snug with thin socks. Both of these options work, and I expect the 44s will fit perfectly after some time, but neither is as comfortable as the 44.5 regular Stamp BOAs are for me. I have spoken to other riders who notice the size difference as well as those who don't, so your results may vary."