I cant be the only one who has this problem.

I have a pair of slip on shoes I wear when I drive. I put my boots on before exiting the truck though.

 

I don't understand. If the boots are very new or very stiff is the problem the sole doesn't bend, or you can't tell when you are touching the clutch? Are you asking for help or just telling us what your footwear choice will be on test day?

 

Actually it's combination of a couple of things, first I'm well aware that there are many drivers with big feet, I wear a size 15 extra wide, and it just feels like the sole of the boot is not just on the clutch but touching the brake at the same time.
In addition, I'm guessing due to the thickness of the sole, I'm not aware of how far I 'm pressing the clutch and at times I'm going so far as to engage the clutch brake.

 

Real truck drivers float gears

 

Until I pass my state exam, I'm not permitted to do that.

 

I wear 100% leather dress boots usually, like a Chelsea boot etc.. there’s tons of styles

 

Yeah, I'm simply going to have to find a better boot. There are too many jobs that require safety toe boots and I'm not going to limit my already limited employment opportunities once I'm done with school.

 

Can you not push with the toe of your boot and not the full width of your boot?

 

I agree, I'm going to have to improve my clutching technique. I'm sure it will come with more time in the seat.