Boots on a budget. Help please!

[Steelo]

Hi guys,

I am a returning KB member and have been slowly getting my biking gear back together since recently getting a new bike and riding more. The last thing I need is a pair of boots. I am on a bit of a budget as I am the sole earner in my house with my wife at home looking after our 13 month old boy.

I have been all over trademe looking for a pair of second hand boots to get me going with little success. People don't want to cheaply part with their old boots for some reason.

The second option is to buy cheap new pair of boots such as the Exustar variety or Cnell etc that can be seen on trademe for $99 to $169 respectively.

Does anyone have any experience with the Exustar boots? They "look" ok (better than the more expensive Cnell boots) in photos etc but I cannot find any reviews on them.

https://www.motobeast.co.nz/products/exustar-motorbike-boots-basegt-greyblack

Or should I just save up the $300+ needed to get a pair of brand name boots?

Thanks in advance for any input.

[SaferRides]

Followed the link: ”Non-slip pattern of play block can actually finish playing files action between the high-speed movements."

I'd pass on those.

[pete376403]

Off-road? If so I've got a pair of Forma MX/adventure Euro size 44 you can have. Bought s/hand from TM ages ago, but too small so no use to me.

Yours for cost of postage

[Steelo]

Followed the link: ”Non-slip pattern of play block can actually finish playing files action between the high-speed movements."

I'd pass on those.

You'd think the person who is running that website would have cleaned up some of the engrish on the product description haha

[Steelo]

Off-road? If so I've got a pair of Forma MX/adventure Euro size 44 you can have. Bought s/hand from TM ages ago, but too small so no use to me.

Yours for cost of postage

Strictly road riding for me, but thanks for the offer of the boots.

[AllanB]

Torpedo 7 often have road boots discounted.

[SaferRides]

TCX make some waterproof touring boots which are usually available for about $200.

[pete376403]

TCX make some waterproof touring boots which are usually available for about $200.

Previously known as Oxtar and they are good.

[HenryDorsetCase]

What size big boy?

[Steelo]

What size big boy?
I'm a 10.5 in Nike sneakers, I guess that equates to a 44 or 45 in the weird euro system that boots are sized in.

[Jeeper]

Where abouts in the country are you?

[Steelo]

Where abouts in the country are you?

I'm in Dunedin.

[george formby]

Check out these fullas. I've had nothing but excellent service and exceedingly good value for money from them. https://www.1tonne.co.nz/listings/boots/105/

My G/F bought a pair of boots off them when she started riding a few years ago. A bit of fabric trim started to fray and she received a new pair of boots, gratis. She still has both pairs.

[Scubbo]

I have some of these (http://www.norjo.co.nz/boots/22974-dririder-airtech-road-boot.html) in size 44 or 45 will look when I get home, you can have for $50, they are as new, worn once then found they're slightly too small and never got around to selling them

[VTRDave]

Recently bought a pair of Legend boots from 1tonne and I reckon they are good value for money. No doubt the more expensive brands have something extra to offer but for $135 I am happy.

[Steelo]

Check out these fullas. I've had nothing but excellent service and exceedingly good value for money from them. https://www.1tonne.co.nz/listings/boots/105/

My G/F bought a pair of boots off them when she started riding a few years ago. A bit of fabric trim started to fray and she received a new pair of boots, gratis. She still has both pairs.

I've had a look at their gear, the blitz boots look alright. Anyone have experience with them?

[MD]

I've had a look at their gear, the blitz boots look alright. Anyone have experience with them?

Yep. Got the Blitz a couple of months ago and thoroughly recommend them. Great value and good quality. I like the look, they sit nicely between the boring touring type and silly boy racer sports style.

[actungbaby]

Hi guys,

I am a returning KB member and have been slowly getting my biking gear back together since recently getting a new bike and riding more. The last thing I need is a pair of boots. I am on a bit of a budget as I am the sole earner in my house with my wife at home looking after our 13 month old boy.

I have been all over trademe looking for a pair of second hand boots to get me going with little success. People don't want to cheaply part with their old boots for some reason.

The second option is to buy cheap new pair of boots such as the Exustar variety or Cnell etc that can be seen on trademe for $99 to $169 respectively.

Does anyone have any experience with the Exustar boots? They "look" ok (better than the more expensive Cnell boots) in photos etc but I cannot find any reviews on them.

https://www.motobeast.co.nz/products/exustar-motorbike-boots-basegt-greyblack

Or should I just save up the $300+ needed to get a pair of brand name boots?

Thanks in advance for any input.

i know most rubbish this sugestion i got s s safety boots here in parmmy some itilaian work boots steel caps thigh height on special 150.00

not purpose built for motorcles fit nice keep my feet warm too. safety treads seem be wearing well and grip well. as walk a bit in them too.

as i deliver junk mail on my scooter amd start stoping alot and tread hardly worn in 4 months of use.there not what want walk the dog with but problely be okay for that too.

brand called panther . web site panthersafety.it have zip down the side and six lace holes each side on the middle section and side zips.

have soft side panels around side of the anckle so might not provide ancle protection from fracture etc but assume they have diffrent styles.

http://panthersafety.it/

ones i got like the shoe type ones too

http://panthersafety.it/en/panther/highlander-collection/leonardo

[george formby]

i know most rubbish this sugestion i got s s safety boots here in parmmy some itilaian work boots steel caps thigh height on special 150.00
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That is more than kinky, possibly illegal. Don't they chafe at the top?:eek5:

[actungbaby]

That is more than kinky, possibly illegal. Don't they chafe at the top?:eek5:

by gorgre you have a way with words my son. only problem i have with new shoes or anything foot related is blisters. not (sisters) athough do have probs with both. ;-) i know the damp newspapper train of thought but how damp is damp ;-) so just put loo paper behind my foot.
one bit rear of right boot seem have ridge . which was bit painfull but came right . i guess i go non ribbed next time ;-)

Thank you for your concerns dully noted maybe expect x mas card sometime in future no money included you know nz post frown on such things. and of course only thing holding me back.

I guess am just big sofftie its why generally dont spend on cloths at all or shoes and esp shoes have holy shoes divine even .seriously my cheap sand shoes or any shoes for that matter i destroy walking in less tan 3 months .soles lift of at the front must catch them .these been fine so far.

am not expert i know nothing of motorcycle boots . only had one pair in 80,s which lasted for over ten years use sheep skin lined touring typye i guess.

but i rode to work , in them to work they did wear funny on right foot beveleved sort ducati like made me walk funny ;-)

opps thought about i meant to say mid calve .

[HenryDorsetCase]

That is more than kinky, possibly illegal. Don't they chafe at the top?:eek5:

I wear my thigh high boots with my latex dalmation print gimp suit and its fine. The heels are a bitch to walk in though. The best thing about latex is its waterproof so I dont need wet weather gear.

[MarkH]

I'm a 10.5 in Nike sneakers, I guess that equates to a 44 or 45 in the weird euro system that boots are sized in.

I also wear size 10.5 (NZ) which I have found to be equivalent to size 11 (US) and 45 (Euro). I've found it pretty handy to know my boot/shoe size in all standards, especially when buying from overseas or through Trademe.

[actungbaby]

I also wear size 10.5 (NZ) which I have found to be equivalent to size 11 (US) and 45 (Euro). I've found it pretty handy to know my boot/shoe size in all standards, especially when buying from overseas or through Trademe.

am size 10- 11 shoes and size 10 fit fine you can get them here locally from safety wear shops.

Added bonust i got zap last night in the shed from light i think safety soles saved me was bloody lucky hurt my wrist but i was fine didnt earth.

What a bloody idiot i was .

[mad.dog]

I've had a look at their gear, the blitz boots look alright. Anyone have experience with them?I have had the Blitz boots for 18 months so far have been great in the southland winters and all seasons really, I am commuting almost everyday in them with some longer trips to christchurch etc. Looking at buying another pair to replace when they expire. For the money - top notch

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[russd7]

I have had the Blitz boots for 18 months so far have been great in the southland winters and all seasons really, I am commuting almost everyday in them with some longer trips to christchurch etc. Looking at buying another pair to replace when they expire. For the money - top notch

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what part of southland you commuting from ?

[russd7]

I have some of these (http://www.norjo.co.nz/boots/22974-dririder-airtech-road-boot.html) in size 44 or 45 will look when I get home, you can have for $50, they are as new, worn once then found they're slightly too small and never got around to selling them

if he doesn't take them, i will take em off ya hands, mine are lookin a bit sad

[mad.dog]

Hey Russ I'm in Invercargill
what part of southland you commuting from ?

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[granstar]

That is more than kinky, possibly illegal. Don't they chafe at the top?:eek5:

Yeah if ya got sore gonads, try trimming an inch from the top.

[WALRUS]

I don't know what their availability or price would be like over in your neck of the woods, but there is an Australian brand called Rossi who make work boots and bike boots (for about 100 years or so). Their "Vision" boot is great, fits my annoying size 13 foot (which stops me from being able to find any Dainese/Alpinestars boots which fit, etc) and the last pair I bought cost me $220 brand new :) Worth a look, at least ;)

[granstar]

I don't know what their availability or price would be like over in your neck of the woods, but there is an Australian brand called Rossi who make work boots and bike boots (for about 100 years or so). Their "Vision" boot is great, fits my annoying size 13 foot (which stops me from being able to find any Dainese/Alpinestars boots which fit, etc) and the last pair I bought cost me $220 brand new :) Worth a look, at least ;)

:Punk: Those Rossi Vison's look great. I use a lovely pair of pricey Gearne's (and No! not because I own a Guzzle), but prefer my old slip resistant 100 buck John Bull calf length work boots as they take thick socks, easy pull on and no slipping when manoeuvring the bikes about. The Rossi's look like they would do both, I'd be happy to have a pair, they review well. My only bitch with the Gearnes is lack a bit of sole grip that I need being challenged with duck disease and also with flat feet, they are a bit tight at the toes.
Really when comes to "budget", a good pair of boots is priceless, save a few weeks and get something decent me thinks (such as the said Vision's) and then tell use how good they are (or aren't).

[FJRider]

For many years I wore a pair of calf length steel toe-cap boots from an op-shop for $25 ... Plenty of bee's wax kept the water out (except in extreme weather events) and my feet warm. And I could still walk around in them comfortably.

Buy the "named" boots when you can afford them.

[russd7]

Hey Russ I'm in Invercargill

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im in Riverton and up until a cple weeks ago a bike used to cruise past our place just before 7 every morn