Boots, not dedicated riding ones

[killa]

I'd like to wear proper motorcycle boots everywhere but it would be too impractical for me.

Currently i'm wearing some tough boots that i got from work, but they've been through some hard times and now have lost their waterproofness (is that a word? lol)

Do any of you wear boots, not specifically for biking, but better protection than trainers?

Links and names would be useful

Thanks
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[Ariel Badger]

I wear these Brashers more than bike boots, absolutly top gear!
https://www.scottcountry.co.uk/products_detail.asp?productID=39
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[killa]

They do look tough, thanks Ariel....

I should have mentioned im also on a budget.
Not really sure how much i'd go to, but £100 is a bit much for me.


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[rpg]

hi, what about a pair of Dickies work wear boots? i think im going to get a pair as theyre steel toed aswell, so strong. Dont think they cost a bomb either, not from my local army and navy stores anyway.
thanks.

[thegubner]

When i'm not wearing chavvy trainers I wear a cheap version of caterpillar boots, steel toe capped and supportive, I got them about 4 years ago for 20 quid, still waterproof and still strong.


Not bad for a score.

[TheDonUK]

What about something thats comfortable walking around all day but still safe on the bike and also waterproof if possible???

Again on budget

Oh and i have a pair of steel toe jobbies, but i keep hearing these stories about missing toes... and i like my toes...

[thegubner]

Yeah but to be fair, if you hit a lamp post at 60-70 with your leg, it wouldnt mater if you had kevlar toe caps.

[Dazbo666]

I've used Army issue Patrol Boots in the past.
Very comfortable... and sturdy, as you'd expect. These standard ones I'd guess you could call them shower proof... but I believe there's a gore-tex version also available
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[killa]

Yeah, its boll0x, if you read the spec on some of the toe capped shoes they can withstand more than just a bit of a bash with a car.
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[headlamp]

It's a real pain finding boots that look decent enough to wear for a business meeting/work and are practical for biking. I did find these ones.....https://www.cloggs.co.uk/invt/1427 - in the end I bought a pair of R M Williams. In the UK they cost about £180 but if you go direct to an on-line supplier in Australia you can get them for c. £130. I literally just bought a pair and am awaiting delivery - I've gone through two pairs in 10 years, but I do ride in all weathers and they do take a major battering!
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[Mister James]

I wear SWAT waterproof boots, but any Magnum-style patrol boot will be incredibly comfortable, look quite cool, and provide reasonable protection.

https://www.gladstoneboots.com/acatalog/Three_quarter_length_Boots.html

I wear stuff like this for up to 100hrs a week, for £65-70 you can get a pair of Magnum Elites or SWAT waterproof with sidezips, perfect for crappy weather/riots/sprinkler activations/cell-entries/door-kicking etc.
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[killa]

Yeah, mine are or were pretty tough.
Tuskers £55
Lasted about 2 years though…..been to Glasto, raves and riding in all weathers….

How about this selection? Pretty good prices.

Dickies

Cats

More cats

Doc Martins

Army issue killing boots
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[Mudskipper]

When I'm not wearing proper bike boots, I wear some Cats like these

https://s7ondemand4.scene7.com/is/image/OttoUK/73D572?$md$

except mine are dark brown and don't look as tossy.

No steel toe, but very solid. No laces to snag on pegs etc, and they look fine with jeans/combats.

Got mine for 50 quid from TK Maxx , think they're about a ton normally.

Ooh, there's some on evilBay - here

Mudskipper

On the steel toecap issue, imagine crashing with a chisel in your trouser pocket. There's impact, chisel will impale you. No chisel - more likely just bruising from same impact. Same principal with toecaps. They're like a little portable toe-guillotine...
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[jimbothe]

These are my current ones.Ridgeons building supplies @ 24.99 Millstone Challenger,high quality leather,pu/tpu sole shock absorber,fully lined,waterproof to a degree and steel toe cap.

I used to wear biker boots when i used to wear full leathers but these do just as good a job and a fraction of the cost.

And they can be worn under trousers and jeans only really exposing the toe part of the boot so could be polished up to give a smarter appearance.

edit: oh yeah a picture would be good
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[Annabella]

I always imagined the toe-chopping tale as being related to the foot moving inside the boot rather than the boot itself collapsing... i.e. your foot/toes getting slammed up against the edge of the steel toe-cap at 40mph
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[jimbothe]

My dad used to wear monkey boots,said they were great but i didnt like the look of them.

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