deftones156

Currently I have a pair of Alpinestars SMX Plus that I wear on serious rides or when I'm not going to work/friend's house, etc. I am in need of a pair of boots mainly for commuting and short trips around town.

My criteria is:
-Has ankle protection, not just light padding
-Mid-height--If I got full-height boots I may as well wear the A-stars
-breatheable (IE not waterproof as I don't usually ride in the rain)

The reason I don't want to wear the A-stars to work is that they are cumbersome and kind of a pain to put on/take off. I'd like something that still affords me decent protection but isn't like a race boot.

I was looking at these: Tour Master Response SC Motorcycle Boots :: New Enough, LTD

They fit the bill quite well, except they are waterproof, which I fear might equal hot-as-hell!

Any suggestions?

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ReaperAZ

These seem to be pretty popular around here, you should give em a try.

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deftones156

hahahahahaha...no.

Yeah, I think I'm seeing even less gear out on the roads this year than last! I saw a guy and a girl out on a new 600RR (I think) last week. No gear whatsoever, unless you count the thong peeking out from the passenger's jeans. -1 for no gear, +1 for being classy!

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jose_jimenez

Sidi Champion Air.

Motonation: The USA home of Sidi motorcycle boots, Spidi apparel and Vemar helmets.

I've used mine for years.

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deftones156

I've seen those as well, but do they have any ankle protection? It looks like they'll vent really well, but it also looks like the mesh is right over the ankle?!

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ReaperAZ

When I just did the casual/commute ride I wore my Corcoran "military" boots.

After clicking on that link, those Sidi Scorpion Air's look like the winner in my book for the <cough>warm<cough> weather we have here. I love my Sidi Corsa boots so another pair from them will hit my closet once I get a new bike.

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Purpdust

I used Alpine Star Goretex boot, they worked for all weather that was rideable

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maxib

Of all the people here, I certainly understand your concern for ankle/heel protection.

However, I don't think you'll get the protection you are looking for in a commuter boot. Heck, I crushed my heel wearing a Prexport dedicated track boot with heel cup and ankle protection at 0mph.

That said, my commuter boot is the Sidi On Road. Very comfortable once broken in. Waterproof, yes...but I've never found them hot or sweaty. I just bought my second pair, but the first pair is still going strong. Check newenough.com

My Sidi Vertigo Corsas did a fine job of protecting me at LVMS. I don't think anything less than this, or a top of the line A* will protect the ankle as you want. There may be others, but these are the ones I am familiar with. So unless someone has other info that I don't, I think your search for commuters with real ankle protection will come up short. Sorry.

SomeStrangeGuy

Agreed, Im rolling with some Oxtar air something or others I got off New Enough for 100$ a couple of months ago, they are nice but nothing insane for ankle protection.

It's all a tradeoff...

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deftones156

Maxib & SSG--I agree it's a tradeoff for sure, I was just hoping to find something with some protection that breathed well that wasn't a full on race boot. We'll see, I guess...I'm still undecided.

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gt702

Did you take a look at these?
Sidi Champion Air Motorcycle Boots :: New Enough, LTD

Not a full height boot, but not so low as to loose all of the ankle support. Besides the side cups on the ankles, I like a boot that will prevent, or at least limit, hyper-extension

I've never seen or tried them, so you are on your own to try

I'm in the market for a commuting boot too, so please post up your thoughts on whatever you get

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jose_jimenez

I mentioned these earlier in the thread. I've been using mine for mine for 7 years or so and they are still in great shape. I have just the Champions as the Champion Air wasn't out at the time. For commuting purposes they are ideal, and they are comfortable enough to wear all day at work.

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DrHall

I have these: Tour Master :: Boots :: Solution WP Road Boot

I bought them before I rode to NH last September, and have ridden over 11K miles in them. They are waterproof and do tend to be a bit warm, though not as bad as I would have imagined (and I am in a rather warm climate ). They aren't mid height, but they aren't too tall either. These are the most comfortable boots I have had. Ever.

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Baketech

The best commuter "boot" is actually a Givi top box....

That way you can wear the boots you like and switch into your streets at will...

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MotoVegas

Stick with the A*s boots you use already imho. Or get a perforated set. Then just bring a pair of Nike Free 5.0 for wearing at work or your buddy's house. Just slide them under your passenger strap, or in your tank bag, or in your phag-bag (these shoes collapse totally and weight practically nothing).

I had a buddy wipe out in so-called casual riding boots. Destroyed his ankle by highsiding on a routine corner that was slicker than he was accustomed too (oil or water he's not sure which he was in too much agony to pay that much attention following the accident). Took about a year for him to recover. He still isn't 100% right and probably never will be. But one thing is for sure, he's in his full track boot everytime he hits the road these days!

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gt702

You sniffed too much Diesel during your trip to the UK.


Top box works great but I fill it with the helmet, overpants, and gloves when I go into the office. Going back and forth it is filled with the laptop and lunch bag, so not a lot of extra room for shoes ... though I could use the tank bag for my lunch

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ND4SPD

I agree. Granted, it was on the track but those SMX+ boots are the sole reason I still have my left ankle in tact. I wouldn't wear anything less on the street.

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ReaperAZ

LIAR, you know you ride around in a thong with a big pink puffy boa around your neck.

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