Hi. I have some Alpinestars SMX-5 boots and they are fine, but after about 3 hours or so of street riding they start to hurt. What boots do you use and how do you use them? I am looking to get a sport boot with touring comfort.
Going 4 years on a pair of Sidi STs, the one square screw receiver is almost completely out because the leather it was molded to separated but other than that they've been good boots.
Thinking of trying A* this time around and getting a waterproof/adventure style boot as well in addition to a partial race one.
Going 4 years on a pair of Sidi STs, the one square screw receiver is almost completely out because the leather it was molded to separated but other than that they've been good boots.
Thinking of trying A* this time around and getting a waterproof/adventure style boot as well in addition to a partial race one.
I sold my SMX-6 and bought a pair of SMX-1R which is basically a short version of the SMX-6 and so far I love them. I use the bike almost exclusively on the streets, I may hit the track once a year, the long boots were such a hassle to wear everyday on a short commute.
Dainese TRQ Race Out Boots... have had them right at 3 years now. Got them on discount from Revzilla so I was stuck with the non-ventilated boots in mostly white. They were the cheapest boots with the anti-ankle twisting safety feature. Not the most comfortable but the next size up was too big. I can go all day in them but wouldn't want to do a lot of walking around in them. Didn't care for the all white at first but it grew on me as I replaced my leathers with new ones with some white panels. Held up pretty well so far, had to have the zipper fixed on one as it came off the track but it was $5 at a shoe repair place. Having non-vented boots sucks horribly though.
When time comes I'll probably give the newer version of these boots a shot.
Alpinestars SuperTech Rs. Very comfortable, no break in, adjustable calf. Got the 2016 model for $260 from FCmoto.com about two months ago. If they still have that price, you won't find it cheaper anywhere else.
Sidi Mag-1 for 10k miles already. Super comfy, never have any foot fatigue no matter how long the ride. I tried on a few Dainese but they all had pressure points somewhere.
Supertech r's that I got a really good deal on. Going on theirn3rd season and I would imagine they will get at least one maybe 2 more solid seasons of riding
AStars SMX Plus and Dainese ALPHA D-WP (short) here.
Size-wise Alpinestars boots are a perfect fit to my wide feet. For other brands normally need to go 1/2 size or even 1 size up. Sidi boots never work for me.
I also have IXS GoreTex boots that I purchased in 2001 from Gold Coast Motorsports in NY, based on their recommendation. They definitely served me (still serving) well after 16 yrs beyond expectations, and I still wear them in cold weather.
I ride in TCX X-Square boots when I'm commuting and going on short trips. When I get in my full suit I wear my Alpinestars SMX Plus boots. I may have my own feelings on Alpinestars gear besides boots but oh man do they do good riding boots.
I weaar Dianese D1 boots, they're comfortable enough for me to ride the entire day!! lol. once i get home and take them off its even better!!! but those are the boots I wear, i paid 500 but i like'em and they look great.
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