Reccommend me some boots

[Jaloopa]

I have a pair of Sidi boots that I got second hand from a friend, but the rubber has started to come off the sole of one of them. Since this presumably means they're on their last legs I reckon I need a new pair.

I ride a 125 at the moment, for which I always considered the Sidis slightly overkill, but was hoping to get my license and upgrade to a 250/400 in a few months. Being a student my budget will be limited, but I'm willing to stretch if it means saving my ankles and feet if/when I come off.

I ride to campus and keep the boots on all day while there, so being relatively comfortable for walking in would also be a high priority.

I don't know anything about which brands to go to, or the differences between racing and enduro boots, so any help at all is greatly appreciated.
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mattsprattuk wrote: but at least the lifan could do like 104mph in 3rd gear

[UnknownStuntm...]

How about taking them to a shoe repairs place if you're a bit skint? Not taking the piss, but they can do fixes or resoles.

[Reppyboyo]

Good luck finding new soles for Sidi`s tho.

[Jaloopa]

The sole is still intact, it's just beginning to peel off. My Dad was talking about putting some contact adhesive in the gap, but he reckoned it wouldn't be anywhere near as good as the glue they use when making them.
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mattsprattuk wrote: but at least the lifan could do like 104mph in 3rd gear

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[Jaloopa]

[DidierD]

[Jaloopa]

Those black rain evos look quite similar to what I've got at the moment, just with a bit less colour. I have found with mine that after about half an hour in the rain the water starts to seep in around the toes, but they're sealed enough that it takes a long time to dry out afterwards.
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mattsprattuk wrote: but at least the lifan could do like 104mph in 3rd gear

[phil2alp]

Use Araldite glue to stick the sole back on. It won't come off with this stuff.

I also have Sidi Black Rain. Very good. I rode in Ireland all day for 2 days in the rain last year. They never let a drop of water in.

[69.9mph]

[St0rmer66]

From what I've heard from other people Sidi's are relatively crap for keeping on all day as the sole is too thin. If you intend to do lots of walking around or keeping them on all day I would recommend just having a spare pair or going for something with a more durable sole (as good as Sidi's look and feel on the bike, they're just no good for every day use).
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[Reppyboyo]

I`d disagree to a point.

I`ve used my Sidi Vertigo Corsa`s for just over a year and a half allmost every day and they have held up pretty well.
The sole is loosing its grip now however, its allmost compleatly bald now.

Getting rather slippery but I dont wanna let them go.

[crphillips]

I have some Alpinestar SMX and have been very happy with them.....very comfy and look cool.
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[TeddyCanuck]

I just bought a pair of Joe Rocket Sonic boots for riding, at 75 pounds ($150). I had to move the shift lever a bit but it's all good now. Much safer than tennis shoes too.
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[EddyJones]

Im surprised no one has said Oxtar TCS evo yet.

Ive just bought these and im in the same boat as you, wear them all day around college. They will suit you perfectly imo.

Cant remember how much i paid, around 150 maybe slightly under

[Nyarlathotep]

I wear army pro boots, which are essentially high leg combat boots with a gore-tex liner. Very sturdy indeed and I can wear casual trousers over them if I'm staying somewhere a while and don't want to keep my leathers on. Saves me taking a pair of shoes into work with me.
I used to have some (fairly cheap, admittedly) Nitro bike boots - these are far more sturdy, all-day comfortable and properly waterproof. Should cost around £120, but I paid about £60 brand new including delivery (ebay).

[Stav]

I have some Oxtar race boots as well and I've been really impressed, think they were about £120 about 2 years ago. Bit squeeky mind!!
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[Wafer_Thin_Ham]

I've got the Oxtar TCS RX Evo things. The top Oxtar boot. cost me like £160 at the NEC in 2006. They are great!
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[nynfortoo]

I have the Sidi Vertigo Mega Goretex boots, and I can't fault them in the slightest.

They're comfortable, seem up to the job protection-wise, and haven't leaked even slightly in pretty heavy rain. They look good, too.

They did begin to get sore after walking for 8+ hours in them, but that was just daft, and should be disregarded.

[Mr Nice Guy]

I'm on my second pair of Oxtar TCSRSGVESGESCEX-r's.

Very comfortable on bike, and for all day use. Warm, waterproofish to a point. And they have a cool squeek.
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[Gazdaman]

I got some nitro ones, £60 I think. (White, if it matters).

They did about a year of everyday wear. They're still good now, but both toe sliders have fallen off, and one of the zip pullers has pulled off.

Good boots IMO.
https://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NITRO-NB101-MOTORCYCLE-RACE-BOOTS-ALL-COLOURS-SIZE-11_W0QQitemZ170201880196QQihZ007QQcategoryZ122212QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Even cheaper now...


Gaz