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Ions001 wrote:I ride wearing $30 Stanley workboots purchased from Payless. They're comfortable and they go high enough over the ankle to protect it. This has been tested once when my back tire slid out on some gravel and my foot was pinned underneath briefly while the bike slid. Granted it was a low speed tumble, but the shoe did it's job.

I wear the same thing and they seem to be durable. I did get a kick out of the tag on it that said "Notice for Motorcyclists: Meets ANSI Standards"

storysunfolding wrote:I wear the same thing and they seem to be durable. I did get a kick out of the tag on it that said "Notice for Motorcyclists: Meets ANSI Standards"

I never even noticed that (then again, I'm not know to be the most observant of people )

Nice thing about having cheap boots like that is that whith an older bike, I don't get upset when it leaks oil all over them.

I generally stick with basic black army combat boots. They're tough, comfortable-plus they will take a good shine.

I stay away from laces personally. I've had to many bad expirences with getting them snaged when I was still beating those dirtbikes through the woods. I don't need anything else to worry with on the highway at 65 mph.

peterman wrote:So I need some boots and am completely lost as to what I am looking for. I've heard that something covering the ankle is sufficient. If that's all I need then could I just use some Dr. Martins boots or are there other qualities that I should be looking for that could change the type of boot I should be looking at?

I bought a pair of HD boots a couple of years ago: http://www.leatherup.com/product.asp?pf ... FPresident
Nice comfortable boots. They have a side zipper and are easy and fast to put on, in case the husband comes home early.

Anybody try Bates Leathers? They make all kinds of touring and racing boots, specifically designed for different riding styles. I bought mine about 18 years ago for about $170, and have even had them re-soled and heeled, and they could be worn with a business suit, thay look so nice. Bates also makes custom riding jackets, pants, and suits.

To each his own right? When I raced motocross I was covered up like a tank from head to toe. To quote what some one said on the board and I can't remember who, but, "Dress for the crash not the ride". I feel the same but some of my friends do not agree with me. I feel good foot protection is a great idea. There are many web sites that all sell the same product but if you look at www.newenough.com like the other guy mentioned, you will get a quick easy view of some various boots. There is a simple review of the finer points for all the products on the site also which I like. I am going to buy the Sidi Vertigo Air Boots, I "think" they will be Ok in the summer heat.(I hope) I like having something they may protect me from braking an ankle and from other bumps and bangs. Sidi is a very well known name as many other makes but I like Sedi. "Maximum Protection Maximum Comfort" or as comfortable as you can be with Maximum Protection, that is my goal.

Doc Martens are fine for riding... you can pull your pants over them and they look nice too so you don't have to worry about changing shoes when you get to work Of course if you don't have an office job or whatever this doesn't matter.

I own a pair of Danner Acadia combat boots. Best boots I ever owned. I'm on my second pair, and the first pair lasted three years. I wear them for hiking, riding my motorcycle, and sometimes just because they are pretty comfy. I can wear them on hot days and cold days, and they are fully waterproof. They are kind of pricy for "Army" boots though. Well worth the dough to me, and they protect my feet well while riding. I believe they would serve me well in a wreck as well.

You are right about having a boot you can use for multiple purposses, that is nice. My buds say I will look like I forgot to take off my ski boots or moon boots if I go into any place to pick up something wile out on my machine with my Sidi boots on. Hey let em look.