Sidi Deep Rain Boots Multi-Season Review

[moshe_levy]

Hello All-

This week's multi-season report focuses on Sidi's new Deep Rain boots, which attempt to bridge the divide between full featured ADV boots and a more affordable price point via extensive use of synthetic materials. How did they hold up? Tune in to find out!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Z4e-v9Aav8

-MKL

[John Ulrich]

I've been real happy with my Sidi Mythos.  They replace my previous Sidi ankle high boots that lasted me 16 years!

[radguzzi]

I bought the Depp Rain's about 2 months ago. Felt great from day one, comfortable all day even while walking but they are warm. They will end up being my 3 season boots

Cool, so they are pliable from the start...?   The problem, for me with the Adventure Sidis is that they are very stiff and I wonder how much they will free up.  I think these are a great option. 

Another issue, again, for me is that I have to try boots or shoes on prior to walking out with them, on-line purchases don't work... well, unless I really know by size that they will fit properly. 

Thanks for the review MKL...

Best,
Rob

[Carlo DeSantis]

I have been really happy with my Sidi On-Roads.  I bought my first pair in 1995 and a second pair a few years later.  I have no idea how many miles I have on them, but it's a lot.  I've crash tested them and had them resoled.  Still going strong, though the older pair (which has seen the most use) is looking a bit worse for the wear.

Looking at these Deep Rain boots, it looks like the same replaceable vibrate sole as the On-Roads.  The liner looks to be made of the same material as well.  The buckle and velcro closures look to be easier to fit a larger range of legs/feet than the simple velcro closures of the On-Roads.  Oh, and my On-Roads are not Gore-Tex.  Their waterproof lining is something  Sidi called Sympatex, and it has worked flawlessly.

These Deep Rain boots would be a no-brainer for me.  Come to think of it, I have been considering a new pair . . .

Best,

Carlo

[Chuck in Indiana]

^^^^ Like Carlo, I have a pair of On Roads that I bought some time in the 90s.. in graceful semi retirement in SoCal. They've survived rain, hail  snow, a rubber gator..  and kept on ticking. I *have* had to apply mink oil occasionally over the years. My "new" pair are only 10 years or so old, so there won't be any need to look for another pair. 

[Guzzistajohn]

I just bought a pair of Forma riding boots last summer. They broke in well and are totally waterproof. Remind me of my Hebo trials boots but shorter. I'm happy so far.

[Arizona Wayne]

I bought some Sidi sport rain boots a few years ago and finally used them the last couple years.   They're made of Lorica(not leather) and have the same sole as this video.  Took a little while to break them in but since then I can wear them comfortably all day in any kind of weather.   They're not heavy and cost $200. 

[kingoffleece]

Sympatex is great stuff.  Made by a German Co and a worthy competitor to Gore. eVent is even better than both.
I spent a lot of years designing and developing ski/snowmobile wear (hence the King of Fleece LLC company) and tested all these membranes for years.  Gore has the market share-largest by far-but it's certainty up for discussion which is "best".

Nice to see a house brand membrane delivers on the promise as Moshe reports.

[chuck peterson]

Thanks Moshe. I like your reviews.