BOOT help

[s.dave9]

Hi every one this is my first post here, as a somewhat new & young rider who is just getting into the sport I was hoping you all could help me with a question. I firmly believe in ATGATT but at the moment when I ride I only wear plain leather boots that do not go very high on my shin. While these have proven great for everyday use I fear that they do not provide adequate protection from impact or abrasion. So onto my question I was hoping someone here could recommend a quality boot designed for motorcycle riding. My criteria follows.
1- Less then $200
2-provides protection and support for my ankle
3- (Here’s the big one) Allows for jeans to be worn over the boots
4- comfortable enough for short term walking (possibly at school)

Thanks in advance and ride safe - Dave

[Cali rider]

Originally Posted by s.dave9

Hi every one this is my first post here, as a somewhat new & young rider who is just getting into the sport I was hoping you all could help me with a question. I firmly believe in ATGATT but at the moment when I ride I only wear plain leather boots that do not go very high on my shin. While these have proven great for everyday use I fear that they do not provide adequate protection from impact or abrasion. So onto my question I was hoping someone here could recommend a quality boot designed for motorcycle riding. My criteria follows.
1- Less then $200
2-provides protection and support for my ankle
3- (Here’s the big one) Allows for jeans to be worn over the boots
4- comfortable enough for short term walking (possibly at school)

Thanks in advance and ride safe - Dave

Welcome to the site. Here is a great vendor that many of us use for gear purchases: Boots :: New Enough, LTD Be sure to check their "closeouts" section for killer deals. Here is a thread about many positive experiences with New Enough: http://www.fz6-forum.com/forum/vendo...-feedback.html (New Enough feedback)

[jniedermeyer]

i agree new enough is awesome

[Raid The Revenge]

I know of a legendary pair of boots. Unfortunately, they'll drain more than $200 US out of your budget. The good news is their versatility; you can use them for anything including running, jumping, construction working, gardening and even interviews! Most importantly, they're very protective and motorcycle worthy!

They WERE called DAKOTA FIRE & ICE. They are the best boots, but they're not sold anymore. They were $250 Canadian stock!

The good news is there's another style available, which is cheaper! They are built the same way, but the materials are slightly less hardcore (no Vibram grip). No matter.

Here they are:



Mark's Work Wearhouse

Buy these:



With these:



You bake the soles in your oven for 15 minutes. At the same time, you thread the laces through the zipper mods. The soles will meld perfectly with your feet! Is there a better boot? NO!! The total price will be less than $200 US.

[s.dave9]

Wow you guys are great! I’ll be sure to look into both newenough and those boots thanks elms. Keeps the suggestions coming. I have also been looking into ICON field armor boots, does any one have any experience with them?
-Dave ;

[07CandyFz6]

I have the field armor boots from icon, and I love them. I was worried I would have problems shifting with them because I have a size 13 but no problems at all. There durable and comfortable. I tied the laces once and now only need to use the side zipper and the three straps.

[bcityroller]

I have a couple of pair of Sidi's - Way tepor and strada evo air. I paid less than 200 for each although the stradas were a used (1 wearing) on eBay to get that price. I find them both comfortable for walking around, the Ways are better for that. Like everything else good fit is important and newenough has nice info on fit in their descrptions if you don't have someplace local to try them on.

[s.dave9]

Bcityroller- I just looked up both of those boots and love them. Quick question, can i wear my jeans over them (especially the evo air) or do i have to tuck my pants inside the boots? This is a major factor for me b/c I would like to be able to wear them to school if I decide to ride and would prefer not to have to walk around looking like a dork all day with my pants tucked into my boots.


-Dave

[wrightme43]

SIDI rocks. I wear my riding jeans over the boots all the time.

Buy SIDI. Top notch product. You will forget the extra 20$ or 30$ in a few days of wearing them. You will be glad you got them for a very long time. Just a good, comfy, easy to use, and live with piece of very protective gear.

Or PM DefyInertian and ask him why he thinks boots are important. Its a good story.

[Bill3508]

I'm using the Joe Rocket Meteor boots and I like them so far. They are stiff when you get them but become more comfortable over time. The ease of putting them on and taking them off is probably the main reason I picked them. Also, jeans fit over them fine and they look great with them. $100 or so.



Bill3508