cooldrum_imp
Running like a top
http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/stylmartin-indian-bootsEmptySea_imp said:
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grover_imp
Been there
lola- those look real nice!
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gossman_imp
Been there
I wear a pair of Cabela's kangaroo leather upland boots a lot of the time. Tough, lightweight, and comfortable. I like the sole style, they don't hold on to a bunch of mud, gravel, or mud.
My summer time riding shoes are Air Jordan leather high tops. Good ankle protection and comfortable to wear and walk around in.
I understand that neither of these are not "real" riding boots, but I have tried the other styles and can't seem to find ones that fit good. Always thought about driving to Wesco for some custom ones but never wanted to spend the cash. I understand the dislike for laces, I always try to secure mine. When I took the header 20 years ago two of the things I remember is while I was in flight was 1-hoping my laces didn't get tangled in the handlebars and 2-trying to turn in mid air so I would land on my back rather than on my front. Funny how much can go through ones mind in a second.
My summer time riding shoes are Air Jordan leather high tops. Good ankle protection and comfortable to wear and walk around in.
I understand that neither of these are not "real" riding boots, but I have tried the other styles and can't seem to find ones that fit good. Always thought about driving to Wesco for some custom ones but never wanted to spend the cash. I understand the dislike for laces, I always try to secure mine. When I took the header 20 years ago two of the things I remember is while I was in flight was 1-hoping my laces didn't get tangled in the handlebars and 2-trying to turn in mid air so I would land on my back rather than on my front. Funny how much can go through ones mind in a second.
rboe
Road warrior
Been through a few crash and burns; the last one was the first with proper gear all around. Boots took a licking; pretty sure softer shoes like I used to wear would have be trashed. So I have learned to really appreciate my Sidi's.
That said, ill fitting gear, at best does not encourage you to use it, at worst, will cause more damage than not.
I don't crash as well as I used to when I was younger so I think better gear is almost required so help the old bones.
That said, ill fitting gear, at best does not encourage you to use it, at worst, will cause more damage than not.
I don't crash as well as I used to when I was younger so I think better gear is almost required so help the old bones.
the Ferret
Road warrior
Yesterday I ordered a pair of these Alpinestarts Ridge Boots
Alpinestars Ridge v2 WP Boots - RevZilla
Wanted something a bit shorter for summer wear under jeans but something waterproof and with protection. Funny I'm willing to forego protection for my hips and knees ( typical bad areas for old guys like me) but wanted ankle and toe protection. Sometimes there's no logic in the things I do lol
Alpinestars Ridge v2 WP Boots - RevZilla
Wanted something a bit shorter for summer wear under jeans but something waterproof and with protection. Funny I'm willing to forego protection for my hips and knees ( typical bad areas for old guys like me) but wanted ankle and toe protection. Sometimes there's no logic in the things I do lol
rboe
Road warrior
A while back I would have been happy with those. Now I have this ski boot type buckles and am completely sold on them. But they look like very nice boots anyway.
emptysea
Road warrior
Thread starter
OK, so the Joe Rocket boots I talked about a few pages back just did not hold up. The inner sole cracked on one boot and the uppers on both were pretty well worn out.
We stopped at a shoe/boot outlet on our bike trip to er the holiday weekend and I picked up a pair of these Rocky Ironclad (6") for about $140.00. Waterproof, puncture resistant, and look and feel good both on and off the bike. Not motorcycle-specific, but seem as sturdy as Red Wings. So far, so good.
http://www.rockyboots.com/rocky-men...-boot/FQ0005696.html?dwvar_FQ0005696_color=20
Could not bring myself to ask my wife or friends to take a picture of my feet for a motorcycle forum, so this was the best I could do.
We stopped at a shoe/boot outlet on our bike trip to er the holiday weekend and I picked up a pair of these Rocky Ironclad (6") for about $140.00. Waterproof, puncture resistant, and look and feel good both on and off the bike. Not motorcycle-specific, but seem as sturdy as Red Wings. So far, so good.
http://www.rockyboots.com/rocky-men...-boot/FQ0005696.html?dwvar_FQ0005696_color=20
Could not bring myself to ask my wife or friends to take a picture of my feet for a motorcycle forum, so this was the best I could do.
the Ferret
Road warrior
Good looking boots Sea. i like the color.
what a coincidence-have the same boots! alpinestars make great motorcycle gear. have a jacket by them as well and really like the fit.jrns_imp said:
A few years ago Alpinestars built some boots for Triumph with the Triumph name impressed into the material and I bought a pair. I've owned many pairs of boots in the last 23 years and these are easily the best of the lot.
aschem_imp
Been there
I wear Chippewa boots made here in the USA and comfortable for my feet
Work Boots for Men | Chippewa Boots
Work Boots for Men | Chippewa Boots
emptysea
Road warrior
Thread starter
I couldn't find a Chippewa that looked and felt the way I wanted....just like I couldn't find an American made bike that looked and felt the way I wanted. So I opted for the the Rockys and the Honda.
I got a pair of these on closeout.
Tall Motorcycle Boots | Men's & Women's High Riding Boots - RevZilla
Tall Motorcycle Boots | Men's & Women's High Riding Boots - RevZilla
Powerdogg55
Running like a top
Redbirds I'm currently wearing a pair of side zip Danner boots very similar to the Bates. They work well.redbirds_imp said:
I ride in these: http://www.countryoutfitter.com/products/20004-11-tan-bomber-jacket-engineer-pull-on-boot-27911
I usually take a 10.5 but they run big so I got a 10 and they fit well. I wear them to the office. very comfortable.
I usually take a 10.5 but they run big so I got a 10 and they fit well. I wear them to the office. very comfortable.
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