Hey Gregory,

For what its worth... I have had feet issues for awhile now and I need a wide shoe as well.  I purchased the Hoka speed goats because they were wide, cushiny, and I figured I could use them for training.  They happened to have a vibram sole and I figured it was just an added bonus. 

Then I went for a hike in them and OMG the stuck to everything, even more so when the were wet.  The only issue is that they are truly a summer a summer shoe and have little to no protection from the elements.  I'm looking at buying the mid version for "hiking" and training. 

Good luck

Eric