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Oaksong · 08-28-2008, 07:13 PM

My boots are worn out. What are people's favorite boots for riding? Needs to have a zippe or something on the side or I won't be able to get into them.

geoffsimpson · 08-28-2008, 07:16 PM

HD Condor Boots. Love 'em...most comfortable motorcycle boot i've ever worn

Ext1jdh · 08-28-2008, 08:25 PM

I go for the jungle boots available from your local army surplus store

Uncle B · 08-28-2008, 10:46 PM

here is what I wear . . .

Boots: Alpinestars Web GORE-TEX Boots are waterproof, breathable, and ready for every day of the year.
Features and Benefits
Protection
Molded plastic shinplate covered by a pressure-stamped leather section
Internal support provided by injection-molded plastic on the ankles
Internal heel counter
Internal toe counter layered under the leather
Alpinestars' exclusive vulcanized-compound sole with unique side-wrapping design
PU-injected shifter area
Rear reflective insert for increased visibility Comfort
Water-resistant full-grain leather upper
Outer side-zipper closure system for easy entry and exit
Waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX lining
Soft microfiber instep flex zone
Velcro calf adjustment
Removable, anatomic, perforated footbed
Multi-density EVA padding

Uncle B · 08-28-2008, 10:48 PM

1badbaker · 08-28-2008, 11:31 PM

I have a pair of X-Element from Leatherup.com. No zippers or anything on mine, but they're comfortable, come part way up my shin, nice leather and thick lug soles...that I'm slowly wearing out dragging my heels around corners...

womper · 08-29-2008, 06:18 AM

i have a pair of joe rocket meteor...
i call them my moon boots

awesome for weak ankles... feel like slippers...

JmalB · 08-29-2008, 07:06 AM

Check your local Red Wing store. They'll have what you want.

sarjent · 08-29-2008, 08:42 AM

I just recently ordered these. I have not worn them yet but a buddy has them and they are very lightweight but heavy duty.

https://www.phatperformanceparts.com...ctCode=09-8280

DaveAlvarado · 08-29-2008, 06:13 PM

I just wear Doc Martens.

I saw some nice riding boots at the American Ironhorse dealer, but don't remember the brand name. They looked like the traditional harness cruiser boots, but they had a zipper running all the way up the back.

Danthedawgfan · 08-29-2008, 08:38 PM

Georgia Giant by Georgia Boot. They will cost about 120 but they are waterproof, and have steel toes. Very very comfortable. Working on my 2nd pair in 4 years, and that wearing them pretty much everyday.

ranger04 · 08-29-2008, 09:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JmalB

Check your local Red Wing store. They'll have what you want.

I have set of redwing boots-maybe a year now-cost $250 retail (caught mine on sale and company discount for like $140) but they are the most comfortable boots ever worn. I literally live in mine as I have no other shoes, I wear these boots everywear. So beeing in them all day everday for almost a year now and show little wear on them.

Whatever you get, make sure they have Gortex lining=waterproof

hammersfan · 08-29-2008, 10:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sarjent

I just recently ordered these. I have not worn them yet but a buddy has them and they are very lightweight but heavy duty.

https://www.phatperformanceparts.com...ctCode=09-8280

They look like an excellent boot. I'd appreciate the lightweight feature, my regular riding boots are great to ride with but if you want to walk around a few hours at a bike cruise or something they start to get hot and heavy after a while.

Bigs · 08-30-2008, 03:41 PM

Actually found a nice pair at my local (Outlet) Sketchers store. Not bad boots for under $50 at the time. Zippered sides, not too high up for the Texas heat, good construction, and comfortable.

Oaksong · 08-30-2008, 04:34 PM

Zappos.com - Harley-Davidson Bern

I wear mine every day, all day, so I like them to be rugged and styling. I also like that my last pair of HD boots (that I am wearing right now) has lasted 2 years in comfort with daily wear.

They just look beaten up, so they aren't the best for wandering around at school/work.

TTungett · 08-30-2008, 09:55 PM

I like Milwaukee boots...Those that lace and zip for a prefect fit...Jet mine from Jafrum.com...Here's a link...

Milwaukee Motorcycle Boots - Jafrum

sra4031 · 09-02-2008, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ext1jdh

I go for the jungle boots available from your local army surplus store

I still get good use out of my boots. LOL

Oaksong · 09-02-2008, 11:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by womper

i have a pair of joe rocket meteor...
i call them my moon boots

awesome for weak ankles... feel like slippers...

Do you walk around in those all the time, or just on the bike?

My boots need to serve me all day, every day.

womper · 09-04-2008, 11:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Oaksong

Do you walk around in those all the time, or just on the bike?

My boots need to serve me all day, every day.

if i ride, i have them on...
they are ok to walk in, but probably not the best choice to go hiking...

if you're doing limited walking (about a mile or so) then they're fine, but i don't know how far i would walk in them... they're comfortable, but it's not like walking in sneakers or anything...
i have worn them to work on many occasions, and my feet get a bit warm after a while...

they are rather stiff and have good ankle support, but gets pretty heavy if you're walking long distances.

ORBrit · 09-07-2008, 02:30 PM

I have Gaerne Panorama boots and they feel like I'm wearing slippers!

08-28-2008, 07:13 PM	#1 (permalink)
Oaksong Clunked into first gear Joined: Jul 2008 Location: North Carolina Posts: 231	Favorite boots My boots are worn out. What are people's favorite boots for riding? Needs to have a zippe or something on the side or I won't be able to get into them. __________________ 1998 Suzuki Marauder 800

08-28-2008, 07:16 PM	#2 (permalink)
geoffsimpson Throttle Jockey Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: Grey, not silver, GREY 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M50 * 1983 GS750E Cafe Racer project Location: Prince George BC Posts: 3,126	HD Condor Boots. Love 'em...most comfortable motorcycle boot i've ever worn __________________ Please Note: All opinions contained herein are worth exactly what you paid for them. It's true that every time you hear a bell ring, an angel gets its wings... But what they don't tell you is that every time you hear a mouse trap "snap", and Angel gets set on fire... Grey * De-badged * V & H Straightshots w/ Thunder-Monster Baffles and Billet Hot-Tips * POWAH COMMANDAH!! * Kury Wide Style Levers * Kury Zombie Pegs (what's left of them) * Johnskit Forward Controls * Johnskit 2.5" Lowering Kit * Carbon Fibre-esque Trim kit * your mom * Memphis Shades HellCat windshield * Passenger Backrest * Baddass MO-FO behind the bars * Metz 880's w/ lettering * Flamed Thunder MFG Teardrop Intake *

08-28-2008, 08:25 PM	#3 (permalink)
Ext1jdh Top Gear ! Full Throttle! Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: Sold Location: Elgin, IL, US Posts: 5,257	I go for the jungle boots available from your local army surplus store __________________ I am lurking. I am likely to be eaten by a grue.

08-28-2008, 10:46 PM	#4 (permalink)
Uncle B Want's A New Title Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: 06 Suzuki Boulevard C50T Location: Gordon Texas Latitude: 32.54833 Longitude: -98.36889 Posts: 4,423	here is what I wear . . . Boots: Alpinestars Web GORE-TEX Boots are waterproof, breathable, and ready for every day of the year. Features and Benefits Protection Molded plastic shinplate covered by a pressure-stamped leather section Internal support provided by injection-molded plastic on the ankles Internal heel counter Internal toe counter layered under the leather Alpinestars' exclusive vulcanized-compound sole with unique side-wrapping design PU-injected shifter area Rear reflective insert for increased visibility Comfort Water-resistant full-grain leather upper Outer side-zipper closure system for easy entry and exit Waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX lining Soft microfiber instep flex zone Velcro calf adjustment Removable, anatomic, perforated footbed Multi-density EVA padding __________________ Ride Safe, Ride Long, & Have Fun Benjamin Franklin> They who would give up an essential liberty for temporary security, deserve neither liberty or security. http://www.gordontexas.net/ http://www.gordonvfd.com/

08-28-2008, 10:48 PM	#5 (permalink)
Uncle B Want's A New Title Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: 06 Suzuki Boulevard C50T Location: Gordon Texas Latitude: 32.54833 Longitude: -98.36889 Posts: 4,423	__________________ Ride Safe, Ride Long, & Have Fun Benjamin Franklin> They who would give up an essential liberty for temporary security, deserve neither liberty or security. http://www.gordontexas.net/ http://www.gordonvfd.com/ Last edited by Uncle B; 09-02-2008 at 11:25 AM.

08-28-2008, 11:31 PM	#6 (permalink)
1badbaker U.B's LoveChild Joined: Jan 2008 Bike: 05 Black M50 Location: Milledgeville, GA Posts: 1,260	I have a pair of X-Element from Leatherup.com. No zippers or anything on mine, but they're comfortable, come part way up my shin, nice leather and thick lug soles...that I'm slowly wearing out dragging my heels around corners... __________________ 2005 M50 Black: "Black Betty" John's Kit Forward Controls/Saddlemen Explorer/Kury Iso-Grips/Stiletto End Caps/Kury Throttle Boss/De-Paired/De-Badged/De-Baffled/De-Mickeyed/pac50t Naked Jug Kit/PCIII USB/Cobra Streetrod Slashdowns/Saddlemen Bags/Cobra Sissybar/Metz ME880's/Slipstreamer Windscreen/C50 mirrors Blacked Out: Headlight Bucket, Mirrors, Front Signals, Radiator Cover, Neck Covers, Speedo Cover, Tank Cowl, Fender Rails, Sissybar, Saddlebag Supports

08-29-2008, 08:42 AM	#9 (permalink)
sarjent In Training Joined: Jun 2008 Bike: 2008 M50 - Black and Gold Location: Dyer, Indiana Posts: 129	I just recently ordered these. I have not worn them yet but a buddy has them and they are very lightweight but heavy duty. https://www.phatperformanceparts.com...ctCode=09-8280 __________________ ...and the gods made Heavy Metal and they saw that it was good.

08-29-2008, 06:13 PM	#10 (permalink)
DaveAlvarado TurtleWax Taster Joined: Jun 2007 Location: Ft. Worth, TX Posts: 591	I just wear Doc Martens. I saw some nice riding boots at the American Ironhorse dealer, but don't remember the brand name. They looked like the traditional harness cruiser boots, but they had a zipper running all the way up the back. __________________ Current Mods/Accessories: OEM short sissy bar, MC Enterprises engine guard, Mustang Vintage Wide Touring seat, Kuryakyn Dually Iso highway pegs + Longhorn mounts, Highway Hawk floorboards, Tsukayu Corner hard bags

08-29-2008, 08:38 PM	#11 (permalink)
Danthedawgfan Wants Better Weather Joined: Jun 2008 Bike: 07 Suzuki M50 Black Location: N30.1666 W93.2426 Posts: 665	Georgia Giant by Georgia Boot. They will cost about 120 but they are waterproof, and have steel toes. Very very comfortable. Working on my 2nd pair in 4 years, and that wearing them pretty much everyday. __________________

08-30-2008, 03:41 PM	#14 (permalink)
Bigs In Training Joined: Mar 2008 Bike: 2003 Yamaha V Star 1100 Classic Location: Houston, TX Posts: 143	Actually found a nice pair at my local (Outlet) Sketchers store. Not bad boots for under $50 at the time. Zippered sides, not too high up for the Texas heat, good construction, and comfortable. __________________ 2003 Yamaha V Star 1100 Classic Cerulean Silver Cobra Slash Cut Exhaust Ameritex Saddlebags Debadged AIS removed M/E 4" Floorboard Extensions "Privately fabricated" highway pegs Kuryakyn ISO grips Kuryakyn brake pedal/shifter peg covers

08-30-2008, 04:34 PM	#15 (permalink)
Oaksong Clunked into first gear Joined: Jul 2008 Location: North Carolina Posts: 231	got these Zappos.com - Harley-Davidson Bern I wear mine every day, all day, so I like them to be rugged and styling. I also like that my last pair of HD boots (that I am wearing right now) has lasted 2 years in comfort with daily wear. They just look beaten up, so they aren't the best for wandering around at school/work. __________________ 1998 Suzuki Marauder 800

08-30-2008, 09:55 PM	#16 (permalink)
TTungett In Training Joined: Jun 2007 Bike: '06 Suzuki Boulevard C50T (Gun Metal Grey) Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 126	I like Milwaukee boots...Those that lace and zip for a prefect fit...Jet mine from Jafrum.com...Here's a link... Milwaukee Motorcycle Boots - Jafrum __________________ There are 3 kinds of people in this world...those who want things to happen, those that make things happen, and those who just wonder what the hell happened!

09-07-2008, 02:30 PM	#20 (permalink)
ORBrit U.B's LoveChild Joined: Oct 2006 Bike: 2007 Suzuki Boulevard S50, 2007 Suzuki Bandit 1250S Location: Eugene, OR Posts: 1,242	I have Gaerne Panorama boots and they feel like I'm wearing slippers! Last edited by ORBrit; 09-07-2008 at 02:32 PM.

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