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Old 08-28-2008, 07:13 PM   #1 (permalink)
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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.

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Old 08-28-2008, 07:16 PM   #2 (permalink)
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HD Condor Boots. Love 'em...most comfortable motorcycle boot i've ever worn
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I go for the jungle boots available from your local army surplus store

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Old 08-28-2008, 10:46 PM   #4 (permalink)
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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
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Velcro calf adjustment
Removable, anatomic, perforated footbed
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Old 08-28-2008, 11:31 PM   #6 (permalink)
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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...

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

awesome for weak ankles... feel like slippers...
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Check your local Red Wing store. They'll have what you want.
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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
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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.
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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.
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Old 08-29-2008, 09:20 PM   #12 (permalink)
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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

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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.
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Old 08-30-2008, 03:41 PM   #14 (permalink)
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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.
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Old 08-30-2008, 04:34 PM   #15 (permalink)
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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.
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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
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I go for the jungle boots available from your local army surplus store

I still get good use out of my boots. LOL
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Old 09-02-2008, 11:03 AM   #18 (permalink)
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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.

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Old 09-04-2008, 11:54 PM   #19 (permalink)
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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.
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Old 09-07-2008, 02:30 PM   #20 (permalink)
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I have Gaerne Panorama boots and they feel like I'm wearing slippers!


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