casual style boots/trainers?

kkhalil76 · Nova Slayer Joined: 30 Oct 2006 Karma :

I've been trying to get casual style boots or trainers but this seems an impossible task. Most dealers I've visited only have huge boots that look like they belong on a racetrack. Any idea where I can find something like that in central London? Some models I've seen online are Alpinestars Stroke shoes and Triumph Sympatex Tritech II boots, but no one has them in stock, and I'd prefer to try them on before ordering.

yambabe · World Chat Champion Joined: 12 Jul 2004 Karma :

Nitro NB30s? I bought a pair of these at the NEC last week and they are very comfortable, have reasonable prorection - not tested for water-resistance yet though as it hasn't rained.

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kkhalil76 · Nova Slayer Joined: 30 Oct 2006 Karma :

Thanks, I'll see if I can find these somewhere so I can try them on for fit. Should have just gone to the NEC...

Trixie · World Chat Champion Joined: 27 Jul 2005 Karma :

I wear these, on and off the bike. Casual style, waterproof, ankle protection, sturdy and comfy Thumbs Up

https://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y197/DeeTRX/81_2.jpg

EDIT: More details - the manufacturer is Forma, boots have drytex and I think they're called Overland.
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froggeh · World Chat Champion Joined: 20 Jul 2006 Karma :

J&S appear to have quite a few...
https://www.jsaccessories.co.uk/hermes/shop/2,1,100

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kkhalil76 · Nova Slayer Joined: 30 Oct 2006 Karma :

froggeh they do but don't want to order online before I've tried them on, and none of the more casual ones are available in local dealers I've called. Anyone know any large dealers in central(ish) London who may have these lying around? Only large one I know is metropolis and they didn't have the triumph boot in stock, and if I order it I'll have to commit to buying it

kkhalil76 · Nova Slayer Joined: 30 Oct 2006 Karma :

map, thanks, looks good, will check them out

MarJay · But it's British! Joined: 15 Sep 2003 Karma :

try here:

https://www.altberg.co.uk/Web/motorcycle1.jsp

Quite expensive, but I've had my pair since 2002 (Hogg all weather original) and they look nearly new still. They are handmade and the only military/walking boot type boots to have a stitched on sole instead of glued on.

I wear them daily and they are extremely comfortable and waterproof. They also give me an extra half an inch in height which is ideal for commuting by motorcycle!

The only downside I have with them is I keep breaking the laces. This is hardly the fault of the boot though!! Smile

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Sparks! · Sir Tart-a-lot Joined: 30 Aug 2003 Karma :

I want the alpinestar strokes too, bene looking everywhere for them btu can't really find anywhere to try them on and they are £80 + online , expensive to pay without trying them on first

I tried the similar alpinestars N2 on tho and they are pretty comfy and DO offer more protection that trainers, but are by no means protective.. if that makes sense... it's a good compromise I think but reaelly depends on your type of riding.

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What about a pair of Doc Martins?
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Whosthedaddy · Super Spammer Joined: 11 Dec 2005 Karma :

I wear SWAT boots on the ward.

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I've got the 9" air boots, they are used by military and tactical personnel in airports as it contains no metal to set off detectors. They are comfy as a trainer and just as light so no monster calf muscles needed.

The boots are fastened by laces and a zip up the side so should be safe enough for use on a bike.

Forgot to mention that the Police endorse them too Wink

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element · World Chat Champion Joined: 23 Jan 2006 Karma :

not quite casual but id rather function over fashion sorta thing..

Anyways here what I have and half the time I pull my jeans right over em so they look like plain boots...

https://www.motoworldracing.com/media/Shift/shift-06-yth-combat-boot.jpg
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