Definitely worth trying them on before buying as they're a different shape to Iati, wider at the front and stiffer. Better heel than on other Tenaya models.
I've worn Iatis for a couple of years now and recently bought some Mastias as an alternative. I love them. The heel is better and I think I'll keep going with them for a few pairs. I've gone half a size smaller than Iatis and could probably go another half down, so be aware of that if buying online.
One of the things I like about that Iatis and even more so the Mastias is that I can size them down a lot and still find them (actually) comfy. That of course is a personal thing. I’m sure some people find Solutions or Instincts comfy for example, but they’re agonising for me.
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