Sidi discovery boots

[Phreaky Phil]

I'm looking at new boots and am interested in the Sidi Discovery's. Whos got em ? Are the waterproof (lots claim to be, few are).
Durability, are they holding up well ?
Thanks in advance for your replies
Phil

[junkmanjoe]

ill watch this with interest, as i also need new boots..and mine leak like a boat with a hole in it....<_<

[Phreaky Phil]

ill watch this with interest, as i also need new boots..and mine leak like a boat with a hole in it....<_<
If your a size 44 check out my BMW Savanna boots on Trade Me. Awesome boots but my right foot bigger than left and I need 45s. They are 100% waterproof

[Underground]

Guys , boots will leak in time .
I've got stylmartins , really good boots ,gave them the 'stand in a creek while drinking a beer waterproof test ' but they all have a membrane which breaks down over time and I'd be surprised if you get more than one seasons waterproofness out of any adv boot and after that just put the bread bags on over your socks.
If you are buying a new pair ...bad timing cause all they will do is keep your feet dry over summer ,buy going into winter and enjoy one dry footed winter for your money

[Phreaky Phil]

Guys , boots will leak in time .
I've got stylmartins , really good boots ,gave them the 'stand in a creek while drinking a beer waterproof test ' but they all have a membrane which breaks down over time and I'd be surprised if you get more than one seasons waterproofness out of any adv boot and after that just put the bread bags on over your socks.
If you are buying a new pair ...bad timing cause all they will do is keep your feet dry over summer ,buy going into winter and enjoy one dry footed winter for your moneyIve had my BMW boots for 3-4 years. The still dont leak but ive had enough of one boot being to tight and having to wear thin socks, otherwise they wouldnt be for sale. BMW savannas and Oxtar Infinities are almost identical and its rumoured theyre made in the same factory.

[Woodman]

Slight topic chage, but what the hell.

my dririder road boots crapped out the other week as expected, so i am now using my fox mx boots which give no feel at all and the top gets caught under my tank grrrrrrr. Anyway what i want to know is, is there a boot that is a good mix of the 2 e.g. good feel on brake and gear lever and offer good protection, oh and are able to be walked in.

Cheers

[KoroJ]

I think mine are Sidi Canyons. They're 4 years old, have done heaps of wet Kms including 3 very wet grand Challenges and have never leaked a bit......yet!!

[bart]

My boots leak heaps. It's never really bothered me. Wear wooly socks and your feet are warm. For me it just goes with the territory. Ride through rivers, you get wet. Big deal.

In saying that, I need some more boots. Mine are stuffed.

[babysteps]

I'm eyeing these (http://www.mrmotorcycles.co.nz/product_info.php?cPath=60_72&products_id=1080) up at the moment, less MX more practical

[That looks like fun]

StylMartins keep my feet warm and dry :Punk: Blinged them out with possum fur inner soles :wari:. As the are a road orientated boot they give good feel and are easy to walk in.
Any boot with stitching will leak after a bit of wearing, stitching is after all a series of holes filled with string :blink:. Snow Seal or Dubbin :Punk:
Excepts when your lying on ya side in the river, even bread bags aint gonna save ya from that one :shit::done:

[Cary]

StylMartins keep my feet warm and dry

StylMartin what? Active Trail?

[clint640]

Slight topic chage, but what the hell.

my dririder road boots crapped out the other week as expected, so i am now using my fox mx boots which give no feel at all and the top gets caught under my tank grrrrrrr. Anyway what i want to know is, is there a boot that is a good mix of the 2 e.g. good feel on brake and gear lever and offer good protection, oh and are able to be walked in.

Cheers

I reckon my Stylmartin Active Trail are a good compromise in this regard. The waterproofing is shot now though.

To give some info on the original Q, me mate Toddy has done a bunch of miles in his Sidi Discos & he reckoned they were still waterproof.

I think Goretex like in the Sidis is the way to go, my tramping boots have a goretex liner, they are almost 10 yrs old & have done heaps of miles but are still pretty waterproof. Only problem is the $$$.

Cheers
Clint

[Devil]

I have Forma ATV one's. Like an MX boot but flexible. Good feel, nice and high.
Waterproofing ok.

Diadora Mud's are available very cheap ($200 and something instead of $400) at the motomail outlet store at the moment. Nice boot too.

[george formby]

I have a pair of Sidi's, not sure of the name though. They have an enduro sole, a ski fastener over the foot to secure the boot & a big velcro flap up the side. They are gortex lined. 2 years of bone dry use, even on 500km monsoon trips & hardly worn at all. Recommended!

[Taz]

I've been wearing forma GT's for the last few (5?) years and they've been great. Only just letting in the damp now but they are almost worn out. I would buy another pair. More road than mx but a good mix for adv riding.
This is the latest version.
Andy.

[Phreaky Phil]

These are the ones i'm looking at

[Toureg]

Oxtar infinitys, brilliant, dry and comfy from day 1, that was 2 years and near 50K km of mixed riding. Some of which was very wet! Called TXC or something now I think.

[Phreaky Phil]

Oxtar infinitys, brilliant, dry and comfy from day 1, that was 2 years and near 50K km of mixed riding. Some of which was very wet! Called TXC or something now I think.Yes they should be good as they are aparently made in the same factory and are almost identical to my current BMW boots, which have been brilliant. Just 1 size to small.

[Tony W]

I've been wearing forma GT's for the last few (5?) years and they've been great. Only just letting in the damp now but they are almost worn out. I would buy another pair. More road than mx but a good mix for adv riding.
This is the latest version.
Andy.

I had these. Had two crashes....and two broken feet !:2guns:

Luckily, sold them for $200.:wari:

In my opinion, they are too soft.:no:

[Tony W]

These are the ones i'm looking at

Had some of these ordered in, to try on.....NICE. :shifty:
These seem more robust than the Formas, and they claim to be waterproof.
...am saving up. (size 45)

[Phreaky Phil]

Had some of these ordered in, to try on.....NICE. :shifty:
These seem more robust than the Formas, and they claim to be waterproof.
...am saving up. (size 45)Yea they look quite tough. The Former ATV boots are good but not waterproof. A freind has some of the Diadora ADV boots and the soles broke on his Sth America trip. Ive had a pair of Gaerne ADV boots and they werent waterproof.

[junkmanjoe]

other reason im in the market for boots, the soles in my boots are thin and have broken through in the area that sits on the foot pegs... there my road bike boots and possibly not designed for the games we play..

[Woodman]

other reason im in the market for boots, the soles in my boots are thin and have broken through in the area that sits on the foot pegs... there my road bike boots and possibly not designed for the games we play..

same problem I had Joe, although I much much prefer the road boots for the feel.

[Phreaky Phil]

other reason im in the market for boots, the soles in my boots are thin and have broken through in the area that sits on the foot pegs... there my road bike boots and possibly not designed for the games we play..The soles on my beemer boots are still fine so they must be tough, which means the Oxtar/TXC Infinity's should be the same

[bart]

Those Sidi's are nice looking boots. I had some Sidi jobs years ago, and they were great.

Only problem I see is the seam running horizontally across the inside leg. I'll never buy another pair of boots without a single panel inside leg. With my current Gearne boots, this seam is now totally ripped. I often have to wrap duct tape right around the boot now. The boot catching on the footpeg has caused me to drop my bike more than once. :shit:

[Phreaky Phil]

Those Sidi's are nice looking boots. I had some Sidi jobs years ago, and they were great.

Only problem I see is the seam running horizontally across the inside leg. I'll never buy another pair of boots without a single panel inside leg. With my current Gearne boots, this seam is now totally ripped. I often have to wrap duct tape right around the boot now. The boot catching on the footpeg has caused me to drop my bike more than once. :shit:I wear my pants with the legs over the boots so I dont think that will be a problem for me

[NordieBoy]

I wear my pants with the legs over the boots so I dont think that will be a problem for me

I've almost fallen off a few times with the old "kickstart up the trouserleg" issue...

[Moki]

If the Sidi Combats I recently bought are any indication of materials and construction throughout their range of boots, these would be fantastic.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Helmets-clothing-footwear/Boots/auction-243127619.htm

[NordieBoy]

If the Sidi Combats I recently bought are any indication of materials and construction throughout their range of boots, these would be fantastic.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Helmets-clothing-footwear/Boots/auction-243127619.htm

They look quite good.
Same sole as the Fly Stinger ATV.
But waterproof.

[thepom]

so who sells sidi or oxtars in christchurch then,cos I,m due for some new boots too

[Moki]

They look quite good.
Same sole as the Fly Stinger ATV.
But waterproof.


Bought those Fly Stinger boots last week ......but trouble getting used to the lack of "feel" and inability to shift gears.:argh: Will definitely have to adjust the gear lever up somewhat.

[Cary]

Just picked up a pair of Sidi Canyons.

Needed a pair of boots that did everything. Tried a few different boots on and took on advice on here and figured the Sidi's would do the trick for me, not an easy decision tho.

Already got MX boots if I do a strictly off road ride.

Looking forward to getting em all dirty on Saturday :woohoo:

[NordieBoy]

Bought those Fly Stinger boots last week ......but trouble getting used to the lack of "feel" and inability to shift gears.:argh: Will definitely have to adjust the gear level up somewhat.

MX or ATV version?

[Taz]

Just picked up a pair of Sidi Canyons.

How much is they?

[Cary]

how much is they?

$490..........

[dmc]

so who sells sidi or oxtars in christchurch then,cos I,m due for some new boots too

Avon City have the Sidi's.

[Moki]

MX or ATV version?


MX- the $119 cheapies.

First MX boots...so I guess I gotta learn how to shift with the inside of the toe then?

[Moki]

$490..........

New Size 45 Sidi Canyons on TM now for $380

[Cary]

New Size 45 Sidi Canyons on TM now for $380

Yeah and if I had 45 feet they would a been perfect.......

[That looks like fun]

Forty five feet you would be a chopped in half with five legs removed centipede type thingy :crazy:

[Eddieb]

MX- the $119 cheapies.

First MX boots...so I guess I gotta learn how to shift with the inside of the toe then?

Shouldn't need to. Sounds like you may need to adjust your gear lever position though.

[MXNUT]

These are the ones i'm looking at

Hey Phil, i brought a pair of those about 4 months ago. Have stood in a small stream with them on and feet did get a little damp but i have never known any boots to be 100% water tight. <_<


I had these. Had two crashes....and two broken feet !:2guns:

Luckily, sold them for $200.:wari:

In my opinion, they are too soft.:no:

I brought these boots because they are a little on the supple side.I was using my Alpine Stars Tech 8 MX boots and they were to stiff and difficult to walk in.

I am very hapyy with the level of protection the Sidi`s offer

[Tony W]

I had these. Had two crashes....and two broken feet !:2guns:

Luckily, sold them for $200.:wari:

In my opinion, they are too soft.:no:

Just in case there is any confusion, I was referring to FORMA GT boots.

[Phreaky Phil]

Hey Phil, i brought a pair of those about 4 months ago. Have stood in a small stream with them on and feet did get a little damp but i have never known any boots to be 100% water tight. <_<



I was hoping for waterproof to MEAN waterproof. My BMW boots have been and BMW advertise them as being permanently waterproof. I priced the Sidis and TCX infinities today. Sidis $595 TCX Infinities $695 Ouch. I havent priced BMWs latest version yet

[Tony W]

I was hoping for waterproof to MEAN waterproof. My BMW boots have been and BMW advertise them as being permanently waterproof. I priced the Sidis and TCX infinities today. Sidis $595 TCX Infinities $695 Ouch. I havent priced BMWs latest version yet

I have looked at many TCX products. They seem to be deliberately over-pricing their products to try and give the TCX brand some form of high status.
Comparable quality cheaper brands are approx half the price.
The TCX Infinities are very lightly made and offer very little protection...and in my opinion are a "lesser" boot than the Forma GT (@ $300ish)

The Sidis are Rolls Royce, in comparison !

[Alpha Solo]

I can recommend the Discoveries, a bit soft on protection but waterproof, a bit hot in the summer (but then which boot isnt?)

[Taz]

I can recommend the Discoveries, a bit soft on protection but waterproof, a bit hot in the summer (but then which boot isnt?)

Jandals are good in summer. Or Crocs.

[Alpha Solo]

I prefer Crocks as you dont get so much gravel between your toes on long rides!<_<

[CrazyFrog]

CROCS......snigger. Jandals if it's fine, gummies if it's wet.
Ask Padmei about his lost friend after the Reefton ride:laugh:

[chasio]

Diadora Mud's are available very cheap ($200 and something instead of $400) at the motomail outlet store at the moment. Nice boot too.

I've just been down to try a pair on. Looked and felt like a fine boot for $229, with just enough lateral ankle support. But the biggest size they have is a 43 and it was just a bit snug in the toe box for me. They've got about 10 pairs left, and only 1 of pair of size 43.

[chasio]

If your a size 44 check out my BMW Savanna boots on Trade Me. Awesome boots but my right foot bigger than left and I need 45s. They are 100% waterproof

Hmm, thinking about it. How much abuse have they had in the 3-4 years and how much do they smell? :shit:

[Phreaky Phil]

Hmm, thinking about it. How much abuse have they had in the 3-4 years and how much do they smell? :shit:My feet dont get abused, I have 2 cylinders to protect them!!!!!:Punk: As for smelling, there inside at the moment so they cant be too bad.

[branahanrahan]

I've just been down to try a pair on. Looked and felt like a fine boot for $229, with just enough lateral ankle support. But the biggest size they have is a 43 and it was just a bit snug in the toe box for me. They've got about 10 pairs left, and only 1 of pair of size 43.

update: they did have one size of 43 left.. i only went to look at gloves, but couldn't resist, they fitted like a, er, glove. i couldn't say no, especially as my boots had demonstrated their worth in today downpour.. (i tried to haggle her down to two notes, but she was having none of it!) gotta say i'm pretty pleased with them..

[Kokopelli]

The discovery boots, once full, won't leak a drop. You'll have to tip them out.

[MXNUT]

Standing in the river last weekend with the :stupid::oi-grr:water level up to my crotch, my boots got wet inside.

I will be taking them back for a refund

[Kokopelli]

These should do the trick :-)

http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/3441/13477waders2a.jpg

[MXNUT]

These should do the trick :-)

http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/3441/13477waders2a.jpg

In Kawasaki green too ..... Very stylish :wacko:

[Taz]

These should do the trick :-)

http://photos.e46fanatics.com/data/3441/13477waders2a.jpg
Wouldn't have helped Cary. He'd just be lugging more water around with those.

Maybe he needs the bib overall type.

[BMWST?]

Those Sidi's are nice looking boots. I had some Sidi jobs years ago, and they were great.

Only problem I see is the seam running horizontally across the inside leg. I'll never buy another pair of boots without a single panel inside leg. With my current Gearne boots, this seam is now totally ripped. I often have to wrap duct tape right around the boot now. The boot catching on the footpeg has caused me to drop my bike more than once. :shit:

Do ya think a shoe repair place could fix em??Are they good otherwise.

[LBD]

If it was a size 44 you wanted and you wereinterested in the sidi canyons in Chch, Craig at Casbolts is holding a pair for me till next week, you could have a look at/try on...$547 same as motomail

[XF650]

These look good:
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=518526

[Kokopelli]

Could be my next boot could be around $700
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/upload/258591/images/sidi-Adventure_gore.jpg

[dmc]

Emm just what i want crossfire's little brother that will fit under my pants but still have ankle protection.

[clint640]

Could be my next boot could be around $700


Jeez those do look good - the holy grail of solid protection AND waterproofness may finally be attainable.

Cheers
Clint

[XF650]

Jeez those do look good - the holy grail of solid protection AND waterproofness may finally be attainable.

Cheers
Clint

.....and the ankle pivots allow easier walking

[Padmei]

They on the market yet? How much cos the US dollar is getting lower & lower...