What is your favorite motorcycling footwear?

[blackcat]

My newest boots are a pair of Sidi Adventures which are currently on sale at Revzilla for $338.00 which is a good deal IMO. Surprisingly comfortable given their looks and are waterproof given my experience. The buckles tend to squeak though I’m sure some virgin olive oil would solve that problem but it doesn’t bother me. Also have an ancient pair of Sidi Road boots which are about 12+ years old which I use for most around town riding, they have been re-soled once and the waterproofing is less than perfect. Unfortunately Sidi no longer makes this boot. Also have an ancient couple more pairs of Sidi’s, vented and what they call Road but I wouldn’t want to walk too far with those boots.

[egschade]

My current boots are the FirstGear Timbuktu low dual sport boots which I bought for < $100 on sale. Waterproof, comfortable for walking, true to size and good protection. They're also easy to get off and on. Don't think they make them anymore...

[bmc5733946]

My favorite boots are a pair of elderly Prexport Monte Carlos  https://www.outletmoto.eu/en/motorcycle-boots-touring-technical-prexport-san-marco-waterproof-P14358.htm, followed closely by a pair not as elderly of Sidi On Road boots  https://www.airheadmoto.com/reviews/2014/3/sidi-on-road-riding-boots, followed by my new Richa boots from Poland (I think?)which have already been discontinued so no photos of them. I much prefer velcro over zipper closures and leather over synthetic and water proofing over not. All of these have some sort of water proofing, Sympatech, Goretex, and Hipora in order. The Monte Carlos are a bit small now but are so supple and easy to walk in, I wish they still made them. The On Roads are my travel boots and are a bit stiffer. The Richa boots are a bit stiff yet and I don't surmise they will ever be as supple as the Monte Carlos that they replace. It is hard to find boots that meet my specifications (no zipper, leather, walkable etc.) these days. I have a pair of brown boots from some where in the Eastern bloc that are kinda weird, supposedly police gear, shiny but uncomfortable so far.

Brian

[Scott Carpenter]

Over many years my latest boots, Alpinestars Web Gore-Tex, are pretty close to the best. I can walk in them at least a way or two. Comfy on a long ride. After a year no water gets in. However my next pair will be a pair of Altbergs - maybe the Hoggs but I do have an aversion to laces in motorcycle boots. I like thier ethos, made in the UK, and very good customer service. I do believe they supply boots to The Old Bill.

[SIR REAL ED]

I suddenly recalled the brand of my comfy-as-slippers motorcycle boots from way back; not Sidi, but Diadora.

Here I am wearing them before the, uhm, mishap

Was the mishap buying a Yamaha XS500?

A neighbor had one.  It was a fine bike, but some magazines claimed they were problematic.

[DaGootz]

I have worn BMW touring boots, zipper/velcro. They have excellent ankle/foot protection along with a sole that won't bend if/when your bike comes crashing down in your feet. When I go somewhere where I have to walk any distance I take walking shoes with me and change out at the event. I could NEVER ride is regular work or casual shoes, those that do were never injured and have an agreement with God they'll never crash, I have not got that agreement yet, congrats to those that have.

[wirespokes]

I've been wearing an old pair of bmw Sidi boots for at least 20 years. I ride year-round here in Portland Oregon and they're still dry, even in the heaviest rain. Crashed twice and they're still going strong. The soles are fine, though one heel started coming apart at the back several years ago. I glued it back together and it's still together. The shift lever protector (the heavier piece over the toe) got ratty so I replaced it with leather. I walk in them, and they're comfortable, but don't use them for serious hiking or anything like that. They're so damn comfortable I hate to think about replacing them.

[PeteS]

I have/had some Gaerne boots, road race and touring though my 30 year old touring boots just had to be recycled. I have some TCX boots, adventure type, overkill for street use and vented street boots. The latter are very comfortable from the git go. Was hoping to find a pair of TCX touring boots for cooler weather but they seem to be out of stock at most distributors. Not sure if the tariffs are holding off maintaining inventory and no interest in trying another brand without trying them out.

Pete

[cowtownchemist]

Stylmartin Yurock - protection, comfort, and style

https://stylmartinus.com/collections/urban/products/stylmartin-yurok-brown-wp

[TN Mark]

That one’s a hard no for me.

[bronzestar1]

Stylmartin Yurock - protection, comfort, and style

https://stylmartinus.com/collections/urban/products/stylmartin-yurok-brown-wp

$300?!  Those are WAY overpriced for what they are...

[Stretch]

I once pulled up at a traffic light early one morning behind a guy on a rice rocket - Gixxer or something.

He had on a nice helmet - Arai or somesuch - a red textile jacket with armor, a pair
of green cargo shorts, and so help me, a pair of Birkenstocks. He was texting, too.

Light turned green, and he motored off like any other motorcyclist.

Birkenstocks, I tell ya......

                                                    -Stretch

[Mazzeratzi]

I just got a pair of Belstaff Resolve boots. The quality is top notch and they look great in my opinion. Soft beautiful leather with Vibram soles. They were comfortable almost  right out of the box. A couple days of wear and they fit like a glove. They are  a little pricey but you get what you pay for in terms of quality and I got them on sale.
I would recommend them to anyone looking for that classic lace up style.



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[2WheelsUp]

I've been wearing Sidi Adventure boots for many years now. They are comfortable to wear all day including walking around, and more importantly have great protection. I only wish they were waterproof, contrary to their claims mine got water in the first time I was in a heavy storm. I know these are expensive, but find your size and order out of the EU. I get all my gear that way, typically 50%-70% of what it costs in the US. Given I ride a lot, it's worth investing in the best I can find, one day it may pay off.

https://sidi.com/en-us/products/adventure-2-gore-nene-1?variant=44708886708418

[kingoffleece]

None of my SEDI Gore boots ever leaked.  Nonetheless, I treat them on a regular basis with NixWax to keep the leather from wetting out.  Boots don't get nearly as cold and do not become waterlogged.

https://nikwax.com/en-us/products/waterproofing/clothing-waterproofing/waterproofing-wax-for-leather/

[DC950]

Gaerne Balance Trials boots.  It seems they're called Classic now. 

As protective as any street boot and just about as comfortable to walk in as any boot.  They are the widest motorcycle boot I've ever been able to squeeze my wide feet into

I switched to Gaerne GTX Dakar because the are much more protective.  Not as wide unfortunately and not nearly as comfortable to walk in.

If you don't buy your boots locally, IMHO this is the best place to get any riding boots.  The owner is very nice and incredibly knowledgeable about just about every boot made:

https://www.atomic-moto.com/

[Mayor_of_BBQ]

I once pulled up at a traffic light early one morning behind a guy on a rice rocket - Gixxer or something.

He had on a nice helmet - Arai or somesuch - a red textile jacket with armor, a pair
of green cargo shorts, and so help me, a pair of Birkenstocks. He was texting, too.

Light turned green, and he motored off like any other motorcyclist.

Birkenstocks, I tell ya......

                                                    -Stretch

I commute in my Birkenstocks sometimes, but they are Londons !

[Mayor_of_BBQ]

this will prob be unpopular...



I do swap out the laces for (extra long) kevlar.. and I don't tie them in a bow... lace up a couple holes short and then wrap the laces around and roll/wrap them around each other

[SIR REAL ED]

this will prob be unpopular...



I do swap out the laces for (extra long) kevlar.. and I don't tie them in a bow... lace up a couple holes short and then wrap the laces around and roll/wrap them around each other

Looks good.  What is it?

Speaking of laces, why hasn't anyone replaced laces with reusable zip ties?  Seems like an OEM shoe company would have come up that a long time ago.

[Ncdan]

Looks good.  What is it?

Speaking of laces, why hasn't anyone replaced laces with reusable zip ties?  Seems like an OEM shoe company would have come up that a long time ago.

Looks like basketball shoes🤔

[tommy2cyl]

 My most recent pair which are probably close to 10 years old are Forma ADVTourer.  Excellent boots.   I watched an informational video recently about the forces in play affecting your feet and legs in an accident when you get trapped and slide with the bike.  I have always been an ATGATT guy, and having a designed boot to protect your foot is critical. One of the key elements in a motorcycle boot is to have a firm base plate (sole) that doesn't deflect or bend substantially.  This of course is not real conducive to being comfortable walking in them for long distances.  I pack extra walking/hiking shoes if there will be a need for that activity.

[Chuck in Indiana]

My most recent pair which are probably close to 10 years old are Forma ADVTourer.  Excellent boots.   I watched an informational video recently about the forces in play affecting your feet and legs in an accident when you get trapped and slide with the bike.  I have always been an ATGATT guy, and having a designed boot to protect your foot is critical. One of the key elements in a motorcycle boot is to have a firm base plate (sole) that doesn't deflect or bend substantially.  This of course is not real conducive to being comfortable walking in them for long distances.  I pack extra walking/hiking shoes if there will be a need for that activity.

What Tommy sez. I was riding down a one lane road in Kentucky just looking at Appalachia when I came to a ford with maybe 2-3 inches of water from fresh rains. Thought, "no big deal" and as soon as I entered it the bike just fell out from under me. Mossy bottom and slick as snot. Fortunately my Forma boot kept the bike from damage.  The Ortho guy said I was lucky. "Normally, this kind of thing breaks that bone and I have to do a fair amount of repair, reconstruction, etc. You can walk on this with a simple brace."
Forma. Easy to get on/off, secure buckles, all kinds of protection. The short ones are..er.. ok for walking but that's not why I buy riding boots.
Like this:
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[Air-Cooled]