Motorcycle Boots

[Tobra]

No they do not.


I will dance just fine, you are liable to have to hop.

[javadog]

Originally Posted by peteremsley

My vans Sk8 high's have better ankle protection...

Lol...

[jwasbury]

If I were in the market for a general purpose motorcycle boot, this would be my choice:
Aerostich Combat Lite


I ride to work daily, wear a full business suit under my riding suit, thus I can't wear these kind of boots as they are too high and not compatible with my suit trousers.

I found these from Stylmartin which look fantastic and offer real protection (and water resistance): Stylmartin Oxford. These cover the ankle, but don't come up to mid calf like heavier duty boots.


Stylmartin has a bunch of different styles available. They are nice quality boots.

[jwasbury]

Originally Posted by peteremsley

Both of those look nice. Do you wear them all day, or switch to something else in the office?

I don't own the Combat Lites...but if I wanted heavy moto boots, those would be my choice.

I own and wear the Stylmartin Oxfords daily. I can walk into my office in my business suit and those boots and not get a second glance. I generally change into dress shoes though. The Stylmartin's have a very stiff sole, so are not the most comfortable for walking around in. They also have an inner membrane for water resistance, so they don't breathe well, thus I remove them as soon as convenient. I've got about 20,000 miles on them and they still look fantastic. Soles have worn out and I had my shoe guy redo them with Vibram soles...now they are better than new.

[Jeff Higgins]

You guys are just paranoid.

[flatbutt]

Originally Posted by Jeff Higgins

You guys are just paranoid.

I know Pennsy has no helmet law but day-um!

[vash]

i have a CHP accociate. he told me that in his experience, the accident victim's chance for survival is greatly diminished if the shoes come off. (very unscientific, i know)..but he said when they come up to an accident, they get immediately discouraged if they see a pair of shoes.

i put my boots on all the time..no exceptions. i regret getting the tall version, since they have some that are 6" lower..i also do not like laces on motorcycles. i once had a brain fart and got it hooked on the shifter..no biggie unless you come to a stop thinking i could get that foot down..(i saved it by tilting the other way)

[vash]

Originally Posted by peteremsley

If I wear laces, I deliberately tie to the outside. I have been caught before, but also more of a stop light humiliation thing than real danger.

hehe..yea..every sweat pore on my body let out one single drop..

no real danger..since you could yank loose.

[Jeff Higgins]

Originally Posted by peteremsley

If I wear laces, I deliberately tie to the outside. I have been caught before, but also more of a stop light humiliation thing than real danger.

I've had laces on some of my boots for years. My riding pants cover them up, so I never worry about it.

I've found the ultimate in convenience is a combination of laces and a zipper. I've have a pair of these for several years and just love them. Harley "FXRG" (I think it means "functional riding gear"). Absolutely waterproof, warm, and very well armored. I think they are about $280.

[Joe Bob]

Stone mason boots
https://www.ebay.com/p/Mens-UGG-Australia-Stonemason-Stone-Grey-Leather-BOOTS-US-Size-18/1273813730

[Jeff Higgins]

Originally Posted by peteremsley

lace free summer wear?

You can hold off on showing us the matching chaps. Please.

[plexiform]

Can't go wrong with Daytona Road Star GTX. Very comfortable. Look great. Excellent build quality.