New Lightweight boots I got.

[birdman]

I have been wanting to get some nicer boots than my old leather steel toe combat boots for riding and comfort during the day.  I also wanted something tougher than short casual boots that may not offer too much protection.

So I opted for a military style boot.
Bates GX-8. 


Very comfortable for all day wearing at work and very nicely constructed.  The heal area has a combination of rubber and leather to create a nice sturdy construction.  The zipper side and lacing tabs make for a really nice on-off experience. 

This is by no means a boot to take out racing, but for around town I think this is a good compromise over a heavy hiking boot.

birdman

[Villager]

Are they waterproof?

They look good. There are good options out there that tick all the boxes. These are mine - I was looking for something I could wear at work when I was running late and had no time to change...

[SIKDMAX]

Nice!  I picked up some Alpinestar SMXs a few days ago and absolutely love em!

[mikedrees]

i have these & are pretty comfy & look fairly inconspicuous. the breathe pretty good t

[bucks1605]

Are they waterproof?

They look good. There are good options out there that tick all the boxes. These are mine - I was looking for something I could wear at work when I was running late and had no time to change...

I've got the Alpinestar Ridge boots, which are waterproof. I'm not sure if I could spend 8 hours on my feet in them working though.

[theUBS]

I've considered just leaving a pair of shoes to wear AT work.  As of right now, I'm sort of squidish.     I wear my basketball shoes--which also are fine for all day wear.  I need to get some real riding boots!

[birdman]

The Bates boots are waterproof Gore-tex lined.
I've seen those Icon short boots, they seemed nice but when I started pricing I realized I could get some military grade tactical boots with even better construction for the same price.

Considering I saw two Harley riders today with flipflops on I feel I did OK.

[bombadillo]

I have some cheapo hi-tec boots that are all leather, and totally waterproof with gore tex.  I wore them on a 110 mile ride in the rain and they held up like champs.  I just want something with armor around the ankles so that I have them in the event that I go down at speed.