Should the original insole be removed?
Usually yes; stacking consumes volume and raises the foot.
Why can a new insole loosen the heel?
It may raise the heel into a wider collar area.
Can trimming fix tightness?
It fixes outline length, not excess thickness or arch height.
Must boots be sized up for insoles?
Not automatically; test boot and insole as one system.
Put the advice into practice
Compare original and replacement thickness, then walk a ramp ten minutes in each setup and record instep pressure, heel position and toe room.
Limits and cautions
Do not stack footbeds unless the footwear and insole makers support it.
Keep a replacement only when it improves control without stealing necessary space.
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