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cool. Nice looking boots. Not waterproof I assume?
I need taller soles

lol Looking for a pair of lightweight side zip tactical type boot with vibram (aka waffle stomper) soles that's waterproof for riding the FJR
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Interesting, and thanks. Yes, would be nice to know about their water-repellent characteristics.
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No these are not waterproof. I'm just using them for fair-weather riding. If rain is likely, I wear my [url=https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/alpinestars-new-land-gtx-boots]Alpinestars New Land GTX boots.
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Ferret I too wear the tactile boots with the side zipper. I got mine at Sears , they were on sale and bought 2 pairs. There are very similar to Bates boots.
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I have the Super Duty 4. Love them. Super comfortable.
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I think Icon have gone in a different direction with the 5, evolving from a work boot style to a tech sneaker concept.
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I like my icons....if its a day ride I prefer them over my Klim goretex boots.
But for over night trips I can't chance having wet boots the next morning.
Also the icons are a little thicker and warmer for below 50 degrees day rides.
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Ferret - are you looking for moto boots or generic? Hiking soled (I’m assuming by vibram waffle you mean that?) side zip waterproof moto boots are quite a tall order!
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Puma Flat2 GTX V2
These are walkable pretty well anywhere. But, they have that geeky motorcycle appearance. They have a waterproof side zipper. Uses Gore-Tex.