Motorcycle Boots.....What do you wear?

[Streak]

Well my DriRider Boots have finally given up the ghost, and i have been thinking what to buy next.

So i have stepped out and bought a Set of Mongrel Zip Siders in a black Leather, they are a 150mm High Zip Sided Full Lace up Steel Capped boot with full ankle protection, and they are Australian Made for something different!

I think they will be great as they are comfortable, light weight, going to still provide protection to my ankles, and i will be able to walk around in them after a day on the bike, Cost is around the $150 to $160 mark



I have also gotten onto some fantastic socks made by a company called FXD, they come up the leg high enough so they don't fall down into your boot, and being 100% cotton they are really comfortable without being bulky...They come in a 5 pack for about $19.95




Which got me thinking? what do you Wear? whats your experience?

[Sabie]

I've got a set of Falco motorcycle boots. I had a crash in July 2011 and smashed my left angle while wearing Fiefighter Boots. Taipans. I'll always wear the Falcos now.



Taipans

[Sicman]

I wear a set of Gaerne waterproof boots. They are very comfortable and do the job well 


Cheers

Tony

 

[alans1100]

I bought mine last year for $168. Don't have a pic but the link will give you an idea.


http://www.axo.com/us/collection/street/footwear/q-gt-wp-boots

[STeveo]

I wear my old Rossi motocross boots that I used to ride with in late '70s and '80s. They are all leather and come up quite high on my leg, but I have them and they are still good and no chance of me ever riding MX again (or short track). They are a pain to do up all the buckles, they still fit and reasonably waterproof so thats what I wear.

 

[Shiney]

I wear 5.11 Tactical ATAC 8" Shield Boots



“Tactical boots with ASTM F2413-05 M C75175 EH safety toe they are CSA certified. Features waterproof-breathable blood borne pathogen resistant bacterial and moisture-wicking lining with hidden pocket a YKK™: side zip ,Shock Mitigation System™ and oil and slip resistant, quiet outsole .”

I picked them up for $152.96 delivered from:

http://www.shoebuy.com/511-tactical-atac-8-shield-boot/401271/856148

They have discounts that change every couple of days, I got the boots when they had 20% off

Cheers
Shiney

[Brock]

My boots came from Wicked Gear ( a local business ) They are comfortable and wear pretty well. I,m not a fan of steel caps on a bike, for one they dont fit me properly, and the steel cap prevents feel of the shift lever and is hard to get under  the lever as well.

[Streak]

I wear the mongrels in the swede version 5 days a week as it is due to the nature of my work, i wear them al lthe time on the bike, due to the wider, slightly flatter nature of the boots, it actually feels the same as my dri riders, hence why i am giving them a go, but i did have the problem with some older lace up Steel Blues that i used to wear, i think most of it comes down to fit and feel :)

[ST2UP]

DriRider boots now.....prior to these was wearing a Full leather wool lined calf high Baxter boot that work supplied as part of cold climate issue......the DriRiders while great on the bike are not so off the bike.

If we doing more off the bike wondering about I wear the 8" Magnum HiTech boots that again work supply.

Cheers

Chris

[royst1100]

johnny rebs longs classics. very heavy for walking good on bike for long distance. am actually looking for something at present so interested in each thread

[Tipsy]

  py

I wear the SIDI Vortice race boot



at Honda around $700
at flea bay well

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/370493890895?hlp=false

Tipsy

[Gadget]

For the past 3+ years I've been wearing some BMW Motorad boots.  I primarily bought them for safety, (shin, ankle guards etc) and waterproof and warmth.

They were comfortable when I first put them on.  I regularly wore them on the ride to work and because they were so comfortable I would often forget to change into my Safety boots.

They cost around $300 when I bought them, but since then I've found out they are manufactured for BMW by an Italian company (I think it is TCX), so I've been looking at their range when it comes time to replace these.

possible replacements are these: http://www.tcxboots.com/eng/prodotti-dettaglio.php?prodotto=13

Here is the Revzilla review of them: 

TCX X-Five Plus Gore-Tex Boots Review at RevZilla.com

[IanB]

I got givved a pair of Sidi boots similar to Tipsy's.
(do you reckon he was one of the original white shoe brigade famous in Qld some years ago?)
Boots are magic, protection in all the right places and some of it is adjustable for tightness.
Biggest drawback is having to take a file to the soles. Slippery as.
Almost dropped the trundler three times at consecutive traffic lights as the right boot decided to slide when it hit the deck.
big bonus is the airvents and cool feet.

[BigTed]

RJays Tour AM - I bought them for around $150 when I bought the bike. I was quite worried about the quality (being RJays), but I have to say, I'm impressed. 24,000km later in 18 months and they're still in good nick - no splitting, all rubber still glued to leather, etc., etc. I would buy them again without any hestitation.

These are more for winter though. Never had a leak through 2 winter seasons, and nice an toasty - which is the problem in summer.

I used to wear Army GPs, so I'm likely to grab some for the rally next year.

[Aj1300]

I have the same as Big Ted. Rjays tour comfy from the go. Impressed with these 

[sac468]

During the week I wear Johny Reb Short Boots, they polish up alright and I don't get complaints from the boss about my foot wear, for longer rides I wear Dri Rider boots (alpine I think), they are warm and so far water proof, also very comfortable.

[rjstorrie]

Alpine Stars - Alpha Touring Waterproof (cough). Extremely comfortable, however does get a little hot.

Socks I wear either my work black cotton polyester socks or cotton sports socks. I do have some kevlar riding socks but have only worn then roller skating.

[rjstorrie]

So i have stepped out and bought a Set of Mongrel Zip Siders in a black Leather, they are a 150mm High Zip Sided Full Lace up Steel Capped boot with full ankle protection, and they are Australian Made for something different!

Streak I was warned off steel capped boots by the safety staff at the bike shops as they may be worse for safety than helpful.
Expressing my concerns, but they do look great.

Rob.

[saaz]

Some older Dririders. Still water resistant and comfortable, but the soles are getting a bit thin and the left hand reinforcing for the gear change is worn down so I am starting to feel the gear lever.  Looking for something else so am taking notes...

[Skip]

I'm a Gaerne wearer. I've had them for about 7 years. They are a long boot and very light and very comfy. I reckon I'm just about due for a new pair. I would get the Gaerne again but, as with all my riding gear these days, I'm looking for cooler gear so will probably go a shorter boot this time around. I personally don't like laces as I got the laces caught on the gear lever once and almost found myself on the ground while endeavouring to get the foot free. Not while on the ST thank goodness.
Cheers.
Skip.

[Down Under]

You can't beat these in summer!  I've usually gotta throw a pair of socks on in winter though! 

[Skip]

Maaaate. Have to get me a set of those little beauty's.

[Wild Rose]

I have been wearing a pair of Rossi 811 Motorbike boots that I purchased at the Ulysses AGM in Townsville a few years ago
They are very comfortable and are Australian made.
I wear a pair of Oliver lace up boots on hot local rides but I  really don't like wearing lace up boots on the bike
 as the laces could get cought on brake or gear lever but the were free. "Work changed style"

Leo
 

[bloodbikes]

Dri-riders for me, nicely worn in.

 

[Pocket STocker]

I have worn for the last 3 years Ladies Forma motorcycle boots, they have a small heel are waterproof and comfortable enough to wear on and off the bike all day.

Retail is $249


Pockey