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.
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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
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...
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Nice! I picked up some Alpinestar SMXs a few days ago and absolutely love em!
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i have these & are pretty comfy & look fairly inconspicuous. the breathe pretty good t(http://www.rideicon.com/showImage.jsp?class_id=5807&image_type=fullsize&rank=110)
Quote from: Villager on June 28, 2008, 01:53:17 PM
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...
(http://www.starcycle-usa.com/catalog/astars_boot_effex_gtx_black_300.jpg)
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.
I've considered just leaving a pair of shoes to wear AT work. As of right now, I'm sort of squidish. :cookoo: I wear my basketball shoes--which also are fine for all day wear. I need to get some real riding boots!
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.
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.