Race boot protection without the flash

[flying_hun]

Hi,

I'm not terribly happy with my current boots (Aerostich Combat Touring boots). A bit clumsy, and I didn't get the fit quite right.

My question is, do you know of a boot that offers ankle and toe protection approaching that of a race boot without the flashy graphics? I'm looking for something I can wear in the office under my slacks that doesn't shout "MANUFACTURER'S LOGO!" to everyone I walk past.

Yes, I know I could keep another pair of shoes at my office, but I don't go to the same office each day, and I don't have a place to keep extra pairs of shoes at each office I visit. Yes, I know I could carry a pair with me. Humor me, okay?

Thanks,

[serazin]

I wish I could find boots like that too. Every time I start looking for good boots and I find all the protective features I want the boots look like they need batteries for all the flashy stuff or they were stolen from a Tranformers movie set.

[navy8ret]

Could try something like these:

http://www.leatherup.com/product.asp?pf_id=1462%5FSports%5FRider

http://www.leatherup.com/product.asp?pf_id=X1803%2DBlack

http://www.leatherup.com/product.asp?pf_id=1450M%2DSportster%2DBiker%2DBoot


Pic of one

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/210/177/3251179-1462_sports_rider_1136510352.jpg

[navy8ret]

Two

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/210/177/3251181-1450m_sportster_biker_boot_1121810356.jpg

[navy8ret]

And three -- There are some others on that site but most all for cruiseer riders. Just suggustions of course :teeth


:wow Hey what happend to the pics? I edit the last one and they all go to some kind of thread :confused

[navy8ret]

Well here's 3rd any way :x

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/210/177/3251196-x1803-black_1177717677.jpg

[paroxysm]

Maybe Daytonas? They have a slip over sleeve that you could I guess get in black only.

Or, not a race boot, about the Champion Airs?
http://newenough.com/boots/sport_street_touring_boots/sidi/champion_air_motorcycle_boots.html

Or the On Roads?
http://newenough.com/browse/view_product_images/1009

[flying_hun]

Thanks everyone for the suggestions. I will look into the Daytonas, I had been thinking they were all multi-colored things, but a black would be great.

To be more clear than I was in my original post, a number of folks I know (okay, less than 5) who have come off in the past year have had injuries to ankles or toes. The appeal of race boots is the extra armor in those areas, and some of them restrict the movement of the ankle, reducing the risk of injury. I'm just looking to see if I can get that kind of protection in a more understated package than many of the race boot.

A couple of these suggestions are worth looking into.

Thanks,

[Nemo Brinker]

I took that cop motorcycle class with a nice fella who had an old pair of these Daytonas: https://shop.helimot.com/shopexd.asp?id=79

I was filled instantly with lust. For the boots, not the guy--he seemed fine, mind you, but I'm just not built that way. :laughing

Those Sidi On Roads from Newenough have a good reputation, too.

[V4]

Sidi Strada or these...

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/210/177/3253084-untitled-1.jpg

[V4]

oops..

the picture is that of the new Sidi Way Te-Por Mega for $180...

[Factor5]

a* Recons come to mind.

[tiltedworld]

I'll second the Daytona's recommendation. Go see Helmut, there are a number of models available all with top notch protection.

[vnsfxr]

Check em out a few from Sidi that might fit your requirements

http://www.motonation.com/

[Rorschach]

I have a pair of Oxtar Infinity's, which offer as much protection that I could find in a non-MX boot:

http://newenough.com/boots/waterproof_sport_street_touring_boots/oxtar/infinity_gtx_motorcycle_touring_boots.html

[Wild Child]

I have the Sidi Way to wear into the office, and they're great:

http://www.stevejordanmotorcycles.co.uk/images/products/way-tepor_1161338281_315.jpg

I wanted the Champion Air, but once I saw them in person I was scared off by the lack of ankle protection. They were like a sock!

[bpw]

I just had a chance to try on some daytona trans open gtx boots. Not sure I would pay $500 for them but they are really nice and very comfy, seem to provide good protection while still being walkable. Seem a good balance of protction and comfort. Also real fast on and off.

Also I am looking for a set of combat touring boots if your selling yours and they happen to be a 9 or 9.5

Ben

[RcrBoy]

Stylmartin for me :teeth

http://www.stylmartin.com/

I've had the same boots for three years. fit like slippers, completely waterproof, and great protection. Mine are the
S.B.K WP model.

:loco Mark :loco

[Kaju65]

Originally posted by RcrBoy
Stylmartin for me :teeth

http://www.stylmartin.com/

I've had the same boots for three years. fit like slippers, completely waterproof, and great protection. Mine are the
S.B.K WP model.

:loco Mark :loco

They have a pretty good selection, who carries these boots in the Bay Area?

[RcrBoy]

Originally posted by Kaju65
They have a pretty good selection, who carries these boots in the Bay Area?

No one that I know of, sad to say :(

I got mine off e-bay from a fellow GP125 racer up in Washington. Bought a bunch of spares from him then saw the boots one day. Got those too. Love 'em.

I think you'll have to buy from a Euro distributor.

:loco Mark :loco