MX boot opinions

[barty5]

Had some Diadora mx boots originally they were the best boots I ever had. Saved my foot once when it got wrapped between chain and rear wheel in a sidecar outfit stalled the motor! and I was still able to wear them after that. Couldn't find a Diadora dealer over here so went to Alpinestars tech 8s. They are a good boot, very comfortable and good protection, but I have worn through the edge of the right boot from kickstarting and hitting the peg. So looking for a slimmer pair of boots next time that don't 'belly' at the foot and catch the peg. Might try the tech 3's or sg10/12s.

Well if you want some Diadora's next time let me know can get.

[morg_nz]

i use Gaerme SG10 (equivalent to alpine stars tech 10) have found them a very hard wearing durable protective bit of kit.. they are not the lightest boot out there but i prefer to have protective boots rather than lightweight. Think Gaerme are Ryan dungeys boot sponsor..

dungey has the same boots as stewart - nikes!

sounds really gay that i know that!

[RJM]

Yeah I had noticed he was rocking Nikes.

Quite suprised DC haven't produced MX gear, maybe not boots but certainly MX gear in general.

Haven't quite got around to checking out the boots in person, still in my Thor moon boot. Aiming for Mr Motorcycles Glen Murray ride.

[Shorty_925]

Has anyone got a pair of Tech 7's? What are they like? Worth the extra $200 over Tech 3's?

[little.whittle]

Has anyone got a pair of Tech 7's? What are they like? Worth the extra $200 over Tech 3's?

Theyre a wider fitting boot and the whole sole is able to be replaced wher on the tech three its just a section of the sole can be replaced cheaply unless you get the bottem rebuilt that will cost more...

The tech 7 will pay for its self after awhile

[alistair1]

in genral ive noticed the soles on my a stars where out stupid fast,yet they are the only manufacturer that go to my size(dammit...)

[cs363]

Good MX boots should wear out soles - it's the whole reason they have replaceable inserts. You need soft soles for grip, think of them like tyres.

The secret is to replace the inserts before you stuff the sole itself.

That said, some people do seem to be a lot harder on soles than others for no obvious reason

[Shorty_925]

in genral ive noticed the soles on my a stars where out stupid fast,yet they are the only manufacturer that go to my size(dammit...)

what tech # do you have?

[alistair1]

what tech # do you have?

i have tech 7s.i got them resoled about two months ago,left boot is just about worn through the insert,and the insert is a month away from the usa,because no one carris shit for size 16....

[meteor]

i have tech 7s.i got them resoled about two months ago,left boot is just about worn through the insert,and the insert is a month away from the usa,because no one carris shit for size 16....

Hey mate how much is it to replace the sole on the Tech's and where do you get it done?

[little.whittle]

It gets done by alpinestars in Palmy. just take it to a Alpinestar dealer and they send it down... Costs around 120 upwards I think

[alistair1]

yea about what he said,took about a week turn around,only have to send it to crown kiwi if you got the moulded soles,tech 3,7 and 10s, tech 8s with the standard soles can get done at a boot/shoe repair.

[RJM]

I ended up going with the Alpinestars Tech 7s from Scott at Mr Motorcycles. More comfortable, lighter and felt generally stronger (longer lasting). Got a sharp price too as per of the 20th Anniversary sale.

Thanks everyone for their input / opinions.

[morg_nz]

I ended up going with the Alpinestars Tech 7s from Scott at Mr Motorcycles. More comfortable, lighter and felt generally stronger (longer lasting). Got a sharp price too as per of the 20th Anniversary sale.

Thanks everyone for their input / opinions.

I also got some boots via scott for their 20th anniversary sale. I got the fly mavericks, which were dirt cheap which suits me as I have no idea what i'm looking for in a boot yet lol. But i got them and they are perfect, they are super comfortable, really supportive and very slim around my foot (easy to change gear etc), so all in all im really stoked ay!