Lake shoes cleat setback – which models allow maximum rearward positioning?

Looking for input from people who’ve measured or experimented with cleat setback on Lake shoes, using the first metatarsal head and pedal axle as reference points.

My current experience across different brands/models:

• Sidi Wire – very limited rearward travel; I need midfoot adapter plates to reach ~16mm behind the first metatarsal. Non-Millennium lasts are even more restrictive; Millennium fit is marginally better but still insufficient.

• Lake CX333 Wide – no adapter needed, but cleat slots need to be set at maximum rearward position to reach my target. No margin left, but it works without adapters.

• Lake CX239 Wide – insufficient rearward travel without midfoot adapters.

• Fizik MTB – excellent range of rearward travel, but too narrow for my foot.

I’m now looking at the MX333 Wide for MTB and want to understand if the cleat slot geometry allows comparable setback to the CX333. Unfortunately I can’t find any spec data on actual slot length/position relative to the first metatarsal.

Specifically:

• Has anyone measured or compared the MX333 and CX333 in terms of maximum achievable setback?

• Any other Lake MTB models worth considering that are known for generous rearward cleat travel?

For context: I have a wide forefoot, need rearward positioning and am not interested in midfoot adapters as a solution.Trying to simplify my shoes setup.

Thanks

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Lake shoes cleat setback – which models allow maximum rearward positioning?