CanadianViking
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Best riding boots and misc.
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tommcgee
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I haven't tried custom boots, been using the Cruiserworks 14, extra wide, which are still tight but ok with light socks.. Glad I have two pair, they no longer offer EW.
I have tried nearly ever other so- called wide bike boot on the market. No joy there.
Polarbear
Polarbear
DITTO Combats
I'm an offroader and lots of paved touring too. GSA1200 here. I wanted bombproof and got it with my current Combats from Aerostitch. They are in between a street boot and m/x boot, built extremely tough, no leaks and have given much support to my riding style. I kick boulders with them, stood in foot deep mudholes, whitewater creeks, just can't kill the boots and my feet are dry. They are NOT even advertised as waterproof, but are well designed and work. CONS; Very stout as new and break in takes months, years to happen if you ride less miles. Heavy weight boots and many will complain about that perhaps. NOT my favorite hiking shoe/boot either, so I carry walkjing shoes for extended walking chores around rallies and forest hikes with mileage attached. On the GSA all day, I could never imagine a better, tougher boot than my Combats and I'm sure a few more exist, I've just been there tried'em all. Randy
I'm an offroader and lots of paved touring too. GSA1200 here. I wanted bombproof and got it with my current Combats from Aerostitch. They are in between a street boot and m/x boot, built extremely tough, no leaks and have given much support to my riding style. I kick boulders with them
, stood in foot deep mudholes, whitewater creeks, just can't kill the boots and my feet are dry. They are NOT even advertised as waterproof, but are well designed and work. CONS; Very stout as new and break in takes months, years to happen if you ride less miles. Heavy weight boots and many will complain about that perhaps. NOT my favorite hiking shoe/boot either, so I carry walkjing shoes for extended walking chores around rallies and forest hikes with mileage attached. On the GSA all day, I could never imagine a better, tougher boot than my Combats and I'm sure a few more exist, I've just been there tried'em all. Randy
kmolldenver
Kevin
CBT's are the best!
I have hiking boots, Alpinestars dirt boots and finally broke down and spent the $$ on CBT's from 'stitch. Great move and probably the last pair I'll ever buy.
The wear issue with hiking boots was a lack of shin protection and with dirt boots, I couldn't wear any kind of regular pants because of all the bulk at the top of the boot.
I've had the Combat Touring Boots for about three months now, and just love 'em. I wear a 10 1/2, ordered an 11, but finally ended up wearing a 10. Perfect fit and cool looking boots. Plenty of walking in them to break 'em in, but so far, so great. You'll never regret doing the same thing. (Just size down, as they don't have any half sizes). Happy wearing!
I have hiking boots, Alpinestars dirt boots and finally broke down and spent the $$ on CBT's from 'stitch. Great move and probably the last pair I'll ever buy.
The wear issue with hiking boots was a lack of shin protection and with dirt boots, I couldn't wear any kind of regular pants because of all the bulk at the top of the boot.
I've had the Combat Touring Boots for about three months now, and just love 'em. I wear a 10 1/2, ordered an 11, but finally ended up wearing a 10. Perfect fit and cool looking boots. Plenty of walking in them to break 'em in, but so far, so great. You'll never regret doing the same thing. (Just size down, as they don't have any half sizes). Happy wearing!
comfort and safety
if cost is not an issue look at Vendramini boots. first pair lasted 120K miles..just got second pair (with some difficulty - had to buy over internet from them directly). their new style is twice the cost but worth it. custom fit and fit like a glove after 4-5 hours.
if cost is not an issue look at Vendramini boots. first pair lasted 120K miles..just got second pair (with some difficulty - had to buy over internet from them directly). their new style is twice the cost but worth it. custom fit and fit like a glove after 4-5 hours.
RT Traveler
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Combat Lite Touring Boots
I've owned a number of boots over the years, but nothing compares to the CTB.
Randy
I've owned a number of boots over the years, but nothing compares to the CTB.
Randy
To freshen up black plastic
To keep your black plastic black try...Surf City Garage Black Max believe it or not at Wal Mart about $8.00 for 8oz. Apply as directed for a long good look... doesn't seem to wash off or streak as back to black. I use it on the R1200R and the auto...good results on both ... Regarding riding boots the TCX Gore Tex, two buckle, valcro flap, tall boot gives me dry feet and good protection It has a molded sole but a good cobler should be able to apply a vibram sole or heel insert when the time arrises [ the catch is to find a shoe repair person who has the experience to do the work ] In my previous life I sold Red Wing shoes and we worked with some good local shoe repair folks....word of mouth...a good source is railroad linemen and electrical lineman to find that good cobler [compatability of the vibram and the parent sole can present a problem...the coblers experience comes into play at this point] The secret to redoing the Red Wing sole was the glue and the heat set ...30 minute cook time minium... things change but that was the process 8 to 10 yrs ago When repairing a shoe don't let the repair go to long...too much nonrepairable damage can occur
To keep your black plastic black try...Surf City Garage Black Max believe it or not at Wal Mart about $8.00 for 8oz. Apply as directed for a long good look... doesn't seem to wash off or streak as back to black. I use it on the R1200R and the auto...good results on both ... Regarding riding boots the TCX Gore Tex, two buckle, valcro flap, tall boot gives me dry feet and good protection It has a molded sole but a good cobler should be able to apply a vibram sole or heel insert when the time arrises [ the catch is to find a shoe repair person who has the experience to do the work ] In my previous life I sold Red Wing shoes and we worked with some good local shoe repair folks....word of mouth...a good source is railroad linemen and electrical lineman to find that good cobler [compatability of the vibram and the parent sole can present a problem...the coblers experience comes into play at this point] The secret to redoing the Red Wing sole was the glue and the heat set ...30 minute cook time minium... things change but that was the process 8 to 10 yrs ago When repairing a shoe don't let the repair go to long...too much nonrepairable damage can occur
jimbob1960
New member
Anybody tried the Gasolinas?
Their website is under repair now, but it is normally at:
http://www.gasolinaboots.com/
I talked to them on the phone, seem like great folks. I love the retro look, and they are at least made in North America....
Their website is under repair now, but it is normally at:
http://www.gasolinaboots.com/
I talked to them on the phone, seem like great folks. I love the retro look, and they are at least made in North America....
pettynerd
Member
Best boots I have worn are my custom Wesco's, made for my feet. Expensive yes but I wore them every day for 4 years, work and play (my work is crawling around in attics!) before I sent them back for a rebuild and now $200 later they are as good as new.
http://www.westcoastshoe.com/wesco/stock2010.asp
http://www.westcoastshoe.com/wesco/stock2010.asp
You have to try them on
I have had difficulty finding dedicated riding boots that didn't look like......
This comment posted by one responder hits it on the head. Another response was about having a wide foot, so try them on.
BMW Boots I'm a 46, Sidi 45, etc. Lot of good recomendations,
I have had difficulty finding dedicated riding boots that didn't look like......
This comment posted by one responder hits it on the head. Another response was about having a wide foot, so try them on.
BMW Boots I'm a 46, Sidi 45, etc. Lot of good recomendations,
GSRedd
Redd Bike
BATES - a division of Wolverine
The BATES line of side zip boots are great.
I have Fox, BMW, and Bates. The Bates are amazing boot.
Good prices and comfortable.
Remember that some riding boots -- including BMW -- were created by their marketing and sales teams to extend their add on sales to their customer base.
Bates are pure boots with a purpose. My son wore Bates during both his tours in Iraq. Sturdy, well-made, and fair priced.
Tom
Boots are good if you can dance in them
The BATES line of side zip boots are great.
I have Fox, BMW, and Bates. The Bates are amazing boot.
Good prices and comfortable.
Remember that some riding boots -- including BMW -- were created by their marketing and sales teams to extend their add on sales to their customer base.
Bates are pure boots with a purpose. My son wore Bates during both his tours in Iraq. Sturdy, well-made, and fair priced.
Tom
Boots are good if you can dance in them
