Hi-Tec Men's Blast Lite (Co) Trainers

These were ordered for hubby during lockdown. We were a bit dubious ordering footwear online as my hubby likes to feel and try on all footwear as due to a medical condition he likes to feel around the footwear for support and any internal rogue stitching that may rub or catch his feet.Hubby has big and wide feet and ordered a size 13 & 14 not knowing which one would fit best. The 13 turned out to be what my hubby calls a 13.5 based on other footwear he has and likes that little bit of extra room.This is not the first time we have purchased this brand/type of training shoe and more than happy to go back to it again this year, having last time gone for a "change" to another brand which in the end turned out to be not as good and comfortable as first thought and ended up in the bin!This may not be considered by some as the most trendy not having one of the more leading brand logo's embellished on it, but no point in having a high-price brand trainer that is vanity over comfort and not wearable. This trainer was purchased for casual walking only, not sport. It it light to wear, looks good comfortable with a padded insole, wide enough for the larger foot and has a really good rubber sole tread/grip on surfaces, which is important to my hubby to feel that security under his feet.As with the previous pair of the same type, there was no breaking-in period with these or rubbing on the feet. Will stick with this Hi-Tech brand trainer for as long as it is available. The price point is excellent too which is an added bonus.Delivery was great. The trainers were delivered next day. On slightly negative side, the experience of sending back unwanted size 14 via Hermes, collection was a nightmare and never happened and we ended up re-contacting Amazon for a new label and returned the item via the post office instead. Refund promptly received for the return.

Comfortable and light on the feet and OK to walk in. When it comes to running/jogging they are not flexible enough and are not a patch on the Hitec Silver Shadow (unless they have changed since I bought a pair last year). They are a lot cheaper than the Silver Shadow but not an equivalent for exercising in and if that is what you want then pay the extra for the Silver Shadow.I didn't realise but the information with them says they are Vegan friendly and no animal was harmed in their manufacture which is commendable but they need a softer rubber in the soles and more cushioningif they are going to be anything more than casual use. I have had dozens of the Silver Shadow over the years and they are excellent for exercise - though only last 6 months with heavy use. These Blast Lite are going to need to last 2-3 years casual use to be worth the asking price of £32 but next time I will still probably buy another pair of the Silver Shadow as to me the price and vegan credentials is only borderline good enough.Update 22 02 24.The trainers have had only fairly light use (casual use as they are not suitable for sports such as running ) but the upper on one is separating from the sole over a distance of 3 inches or so and the other is just starting to separate. I don't think it will be long before they will be so badly split they will have to be thrown out.At five months old these Blast Lite are a waste of money. For the limited use they have had they should last at least a couple of years - and some.I will not be buying them again.

These shoes are affordable and comfortable (once broken in). I buy these shoes each time because I know it is vegan-friendly.

When I find something that suits me I tend to stick with it . These trainers do that . I like their look , their lightness and their easy clean construction . They are also pretty hard wearing and available at an affordable price .I found them as I have for years been a fan of the " Hi Tech " brand ( specifically the " silver shadow" training shoe from back in the days that I ran a lot ). Hi Tech's level of technical research and development was pretty legendary in the " affordable price range - and still is in my opinion .Anyway if you want a comfortable leisure shoe and don't judge quality by the number of pound notes you have to part with ..........These are for you !ONE CAVEAT !!!! Many years have passed since " Fashion " was a prime director of mine .I have no idea if these are considered fashionable - I do know that they are damned fine shoes . Get some while you still can !

My feet for many years have been a 10 and I have bought various shoes/trainers to fit ranging from 10UK to 10.5UK. I had read one very useful review earlier stating the trainer did come up smaller and to buy a size bigger. I bit the bullet as they say and ordered up a size 11UK. This turned out to be a fantastic move as the trainers fit me perfectly with my sports socks on. I have used them several times now to complete my walks around Farnham Park and have found them to be comfortable and supporting. I would highly recommend.

Good quality trainers, bu a bit narrow for “ larger “ feet

Hi I have been buying these trainers for quite some years , from sports direct in Bournemouth , when I first got them they were £20 and always a good fit as I have wide feet , but for some unknown reason they don't seem to be so wide , I've had the black one's on all day , and to be fair I was glad to get them off , not happened before always been good , kind regards Pete tombs

Needed a pair of white sneakers, but didn't want to pay the earth for them. Found these - and was amazed that Hi-Tec were still around. Quite popular in the 80s when I was a kid. For the price, these were surprisingly comfortable. Didn't need to be broken in, were just comfy and lightweight straight out of the box. Worn many times over the last month and no signs of rapid deterioration - very pleased with these for the money.