Boots for Adventure Riding??

**upshift** · 2nd November 2006, 22:32

I have been looking for a while for a suitable adventure boot and eventually decided on the SIDI Discoverys, very nice boot plus the SIDI clip design is just superb IMHO. However upon ordering a (EURO) size 46 it turned out it wasn't available and I was told that these boots are a bit scarce until the next shipment due Feb 2007.

I have instead purchased the OXTAR Infinity and am very pleased with them, they are clearly the same boot as the BMW Savannah but without the BMW logo on them and are quite a bit cheaper. Look here for a comparison between the two.

**XR250 Si** · 3rd November 2006, 09:55

I've got a pair of the Sidi Explorers. They are comfortable on the bike very comfortable for walking around in. Not sure how they'd cope with trail riding, but road and gravel use I would think they would be great.

**Zukin** · 4th May 2007, 23:00

Dragging up an old topic here

But

I just purchased some new boots today

It came about after our Adventure Assault last weekend, it was wet and cold, whilst most of my gear kept me reasonably dry (still damp), my feet were not they were cold and soaking wet, so I looked for some better water resistant boots with a more adventure style to them

So I went with the new Forma boot, its called a ATVone.

It is "Waterproof" (if there is such a thing), Breathable and anti bacterial

Not sure about the colour, but after all dirt is brown too

I will test them out and report back for those that maybe interested.

Cheers Scott

**NordieBoy** · 4th May 2007, 23:28

Woah, nice.
How much?

**Zukin** · 4th May 2007, 23:33

DOH

Forgot to add the price
Retail $399
I paid $320

I was looking at the Oxtar Infinity, but decided I liked the look and feel of these ones.
The sole looks good too

**cooneyr** · 5th May 2007, 08:58

Definatly would like a post testing report on these. I noticed them in Kiwi Rider, thinking they are worth checking out when the time for new boots comes. Maybe first boots for wifey.

Cheers R

**Zukin** · 4th June 2007, 21:30

Well I gave the Forma ATV boots a good test over the weekend

Torrential Rain and freezing cold southerly
They kept my feet dry and warm, exceptional really

I had a thin pair of socks on so I could feel any moisture coming through, and not a drop.

7am Start with a wicked frost
I had nice warm toes when I started, but after about an hour or so my toes did start to get a little cold, but I moved them around inside my boots and they got rid of the cold spots.

I had them on to today for most of the day, and I can say they are rather comfortable to walk around in too

The only thing that I don't like is on the right boot the ankle support digs in a bit, but I guess as the boots wear in and soften this will go away

These boots are great

**r8309** · 13th October 2007, 16:45

Hi sounds like your new Forma ATV boots are all good. Can you please advise where did you manage to purcahse them??
Would be gratefull for further information
Thanks NIgel C 09-4433031

**NordieBoy** · 13th October 2007, 17:58

I ended up getting the Fly Stinger ATV Shorties $185
Not so good for standing on the pegs (no metal brace in the sole) but on the upside the sole is flexible for walking.

**tri boy** · 13th October 2007, 18:23

I'm still waiting for my Forma AtVs to show up.
Hopefully some stock will arrive prior to Nov30.
Hey Scott are they starting to "Break In"?
Hopefully the more you wear them, the better they get.