Hey guys... I have right now alpinestars boots that are more like a touring boot... I am in the market for a new pair as the last pair relies on velcro that has no hold left... yes I want new boots anyways... I want a more racing styled boot that will give me the protection I need and does not rely on velcro. Dainese torque? Some velcro there... Alpinestars again? Ducati Puma??
What do you guys ride with?
I would be using these with jeans mostly.... so i want them to fit under at the bottom...
Thanks!
When there's a new thread asking about boots, usually people debate which model of Sidi boot a person should get. It's kind of the consensus. I like the B-2 a lot.
I forgot about Sidi... and I even have their mountain bike shoes....
Forever Sidi [thumbsup]
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how much do the B2 and the other lowerend SIDI cost? the Vertigos are too high for me
I wear A* SMX-5 and love 'em. Toe, heel, ankle, and shin protection. They rely on velcro and a zipper. And if you live in an area where it gets somewhat hot they are available in a vented version.
i know stopintime has these and I do as well. not sure what his opinon is on them...
http://www.motorcyclecloseouts.com/sport/motorcycle+boots/axo_lancer+boots (http://www.motorcyclecloseouts.com/sport/motorcycle+boots/axo_lancer+boots)
ive worn them for everything. I really cant justify throwing money at a pair of touring boots, a trackday boot, and an everyday boot because how often do i go touring, tracking and weekend riding? so i just use this one for everything.
it is SO damn comfortable. its not even funny. the BOA dial a click fit is a dream and theres no stupid velcro to deal with. I really like these boots. I wear a white size 40 and they are sold out, but i would defintely buy the black size 40 when i get some spare cash since they no longer have a US distributor.
They are my weekend riding boots and i wear them under jeans, they are my touring boots, i wear them under my Scorpion XDR Awe pants, and they are also my track boots, i wear them over my teknic Violator.
My B2s were under $300.
Quote from: He Man on August 15, 2010, 03:12:06 PM
i know stopintime has these and I do as well. not sure what his opinon is on them...
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I agree they are comfortable, but their sizing is a tiny bit larger than Sidi (dragging toe sliders at the track) and their soles do not have the inner composite sole of the Sidi - I experience some footpeg pain under my feet during & after really long touring. At the moment they serve lighter duties, which they work and look very well for.
I've been wearing a pair of SIDI Vertebra IIs for ten years.
They're getting a bit worn and I'll probably replace them with the B2
edit...seeing as the B2 is now a gore-tex boot I guess I'll go with the vertigo.
Quote from: stopintime on August 15, 2010, 10:52:37 PM
I agree they are comfortable, but their sizing is a tiny bit larger than Sidi (dragging toe sliders at the track) and their soles do not have the inner composite sole of the Sidi - I experience some footpeg pain under my feet during & after really long touring. At the moment they serve lighter duties, which they work and look very well for.
I do notice that about the toe slider, but i have absolutely no footpain even after being on the road for 3+ straight hours. Its probably a fitment thing cause its almost custom made for my feet :D
I just need to figure out where i can get more toe sliders to keep on the shelf.
Quote from: ducpainter on August 16, 2010, 05:08:53 AM
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edit...seeing as the B2 is now a gore-tex boot I guess I'll go with the vertigo.
Maybe the Fusions are similar to the B2s?
If you go with the Vertigo and expect 10 years, I would get some replacement soles (MotorCycleSuperStore have them).
Mine wore out quite fast, at the front edges. The old ones need to come off with use of solvent (no grinding), to protect the composite inner sole.
http://motorcycle.motorcycle-superstore.com/search#w=sidi+soles (http://motorcycle.motorcycle-superstore.com/search#w=sidi+soles)
Quote from: He Man on August 16, 2010, 07:59:50 AM
I do notice that about the toe slider, but i have absolutely no footpain even after being on the road for 3+ straight hours. Its probably a fitment thing cause its almost custom made for my feet :D
I just need to figure out where i can get more toe sliders to keep on the shelf.
I'm heavier than you. That might be causing my fot peg isssues. I'll look for a stiffer inner sole.
Actually, I was ready to pick up one Eurosize smaller, in white, but they're sold out.
I wear my B2s to the office on days I commute and they're as comfortable as dress shoes, plus I know I'll be protected if any office equipment goes after my feet and ankles.
Quote from: He Man on August 16, 2010, 07:59:50 AM
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I just need to figure out where i can get more toe sliders to keep on the shelf.
Maybe these will fit the Lancers as well?
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/4/421/21574/ITEM/AXO-Replacement-Toe-Slider-for-Primato-II-Boots.aspx (http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/4/421/21574/ITEM/AXO-Replacement-Toe-Slider-for-Primato-II-Boots.aspx)
You guys with the Sidi boots... was the sizing dead on?? Like if I am an 8.5 just get a 42?
Quote from: KrakHor9 on August 16, 2010, 12:42:25 PM
You guys with the Sidi boots... was the sizing dead on?? Like if I am an 8.5 just get a 42?
First, the Vertigo are a narrow fit. Unless you get the Vertigo Wide (Gore Tex)
Compared to my Thor 50/50 and the AXO Lancers (plus Nike, Adidas, ski boots a.s.o.) - they run small'ish.
I always buy Euro 47 and did that with the Sidi. They could not have been a millimeter smaller, whereas other 47 shoes/boots usually have a little room to move.
My 0.02 is to go up if you're in between sizes, maybe even go up one Eurosize.
Anyhow - look for a place with little or no hassle return/exchange policy.
I've only owned Sidi boots so I have a one sided opinion. I currently own, Strata air, which are kinda touring/ standard everyday walking boots, and Vertigo corsa, which are the previous model racing boots.
I had a hard time trying to find a boot that does everything well, so I bought one of each extreme. Like most have said, the Sidi boots do run a bit narrow, which is great for me because I have a narrow foot.
I also have been looking a getting the new Dainese pro torque "in" boots, They look cool and would replace my Sidi strata air boots.
Quote from: KrakHor9 on August 16, 2010, 12:42:25 PM
You guys with the Sidi boots... was the sizing dead on?? Like if I am an 8.5 just get a 42?
yup
I wear a 10 and wear a SIDI 44...
but like Lars says...
you don't want to wear a new pair of socks.
errr there was a pair of Sidi B-2 on sale for 150 locally. no size 45.
Two Boots that I like a lot are the Alpinestars S-MX Plus and the TCX Competione RS.
The TCXs have awesome protection for your Ankles w, large side braces and also big metal Sliders which won't allow the Toe of the Boot to bend back.
They zip 3/4s of the way up and then have 2 Velcro pieces that come across to fasten the Boot and 1 Velcro piece that comes down over from the top of the Boot to lock the whole connection together.
They are not as narrow as Sidis.
The Alpinestars have an inner Boot sleeve that pulls tight w, a Kevlar cord to tighten up your foot inside the Boot .
They zip 3/4s of the way up and then there is a ratcheting rubber strap that feeds through a ratchet buckle at the rear side to tighten the top of the boot as tight as you want it.
A hard Polymer / Plastic like substance makes up the 2 sliders and the fairly large round Ankle protector that narrows and runs up the entire outside of the Boot and also same thing on the inner side of the Boot.
A large amount of the Polymer/ Plastic covers the front top portion of the Boot and Heel area.
There are intake and exhaust vents .
Comes in regular and perforated.
Dolph :)
Sidis for life.
I have a pair of vertigo corsas, at like $350 its the most expensive peice of gear i own and
the best money ive spent on gear so far. makes you hate to ride without them
that being said i would go with the regular vertigos. easier to get in and out of, almost as
much protection *(little bit more ankle in the corsas)
(http://www.bikersdirect.co.uk/Sidi-Vertigo-Corsa-Black-Anthracite_0_0_OEA7.jpg)
What about the Sidi Blade Boots?
http://www.kneedraggers.com/product/641375/Sidi-Blade-Boots (http://www.kneedraggers.com/product/641375/Sidi-Blade-Boots)
Or the Sidi Streetburner Boots?
http://www.kneedraggers.com/product/632303/Sidi-Streetburner-Boots (http://www.kneedraggers.com/product/632303/Sidi-Streetburner-Boots)
I'm in the market for some motorcycle boots myself and I definitely like the low cut style myself. I've just been using my military issue combat boots so far.
I wore the streetburners for a yr before going to the vertigo corsa. They're essentially the same boot, except the streetburners are low cut. Excellent fit, finish, comfort, and protection. What's your size? I'll check my streetburners tomorrow when I head up to nola; I don't wear 'em anymore.
Quote from: redial on August 30, 2010, 10:10:41 AM
Sidis for life.
I have a pair of vertigo corsas, at like $350 its the most expensive peice of gear i own and
the best money ive spent on gear so far. makes you hate to ride without them
that being said i would go with the regular vertigos. easier to get in and out of, almost as
much protection *(little bit more ankle in the corsas)
(http://www.bikersdirect.co.uk/Sidi-Vertigo-Corsa-Black-Anthracite_0_0_OEA7.jpg)
I have the same pair and I love them as well, although they are my first pair of boots so I have nothing to compare against. As comfortable as they are, I would stick with Sidi the next time I'm in the market for a new pair.
I'm a 9 1/2 in USA men's, so a 43 or 44 according to Sidi's sizing chart.
The new Sidi Vertigo's are here! I have yet to ride in them... yes a lil narrow for my right foot only for some reason... I am hoping it somehow someway stretches a lil? LoL! Definitely a quality feeling boot.
Quote from: KrakHor9 on September 12, 2010, 03:17:28 PM
The new Sidi Vertigo's are here! I have yet to ride in them... yes a lil narrow for my right foot only for some reason... I am hoping it somehow someway stretches a lil? LoL! Definitely a quality feeling boot.
They are not going to stretch at all. Can you exchange them for a larger size?
Hay I like my Puma boots. They are nice and fit really well, and my pant leg fits over them too. Here is the link where I bought them in case u want to cheek them out. http://www.store.commoto.com/product_info.php?products_id=56200 (http://www.store.commoto.com/product_info.php?products_id=56200)
Most of the time I wear a thin liner sock which helps w, the more narrow fitting boots like my Sidi Vertigo Corsas or my BMW racing Boots.
Dolph :)