Off-road boot recommendations?

[Danger]

Ok some very sore toes indicate that my old tough as nails boots have lost some of their sole stiffness and protection levels and are now flexible and a liability.
I've always struggled to find an off road boot that has appropriate stiffness and protection against hitting tree stumps and also have some grip on the sole (not a flat MX boot).

Anyone very happy with their boots as far as protection on impact with stumps and sole grip when on the side of a slippery clay rut in Riverhead forest?

[takitimu]

Anyone very happy with their boots as far as protection on impact with stumps and sole grip when on the side of a slippery clay rut in Riverhead forest?

I hit the same stump twice in a special stage @ woodhill & no ill effects apart from cursing, mind you not going as quick as you, Sidi Crossfire SRS, the grip is ok, though you really need crampon's for Riverhead.
I think the Tech 8's mate has have worn better, speaking of Tech 8's from what I hear they handle stumps well also .

[cheese]

I like my W2's as they have good grip and pretty solid and have lasted me 3 years now. I think that Scott stocks them? I'd stay the fuck away from any of the fox boots. Horrible!

[Danger]

What are W2's?

I've found these, look like they have sole grip and at least a steel toe point, but might be lacking in protection on the outer toe which is where you tend to hit the stumps through corners. Also no telling how stiff the sole is which has a big bearing in protection.

Well that pic won't load and enlarge properly for some reason. They are Alpine Stars Tech 3AT off road boots.

[Boosted]

i know they are very expensive, but i still love my tech10s, so comfy

[Danger]

What are the Tech 10's like for protection for the outer toes? They don't have any steel toe point I can see in the picture. Whats the sole like being an MX boot for grip?

[chop]

Oxtar tcx pro

[Danger]

Hit a few stumps in those Chop? They do seem like they are a very rigid boot, could be the go for me.

[chop]

yep im a stump kicker from way back.. Good strong foot on them.. Had a look at Cam's tech 10's yesterday and they look quite soft in the foot

[CRF119]

Years ago i gave away my flash looking gumboots and spent sum hard enrned cash on sum tech 10's, its been the best money i have spent. Mine have done about 200 hours of riding and are looking a tad tired but my mate who brought the same boot at the same time has done similar hours and his look mint. (Im knowen to be hard on boots!) I have had mine resoled as the sole is soft so plenty of grip and good shock absorbing. Soles are $70-$80 ish to buy for a pair and cost me $25.00 to have them refitted.

I have flat landed 80ft jumps comming down from crazy height and walked away. Droped off 3M Drops to flat no problem.

They dont have the steel outer but im sure they are steel in behind the plastic mine have been punnished buy rocks and have held up.

To clean i water blast them and then throw the inner boot in the washing machine when mum isnt looking along with my gear i havnt rinsed out.

Dont pay anymore then $800.00 for a pair i know RRP is $899 and the shop is making plenty.

[Boosted]

and there ya go haha, they have a inner boot which is pretty cool 2, just walk around in them etc etc

[dammad1]

I have tech 7's and they are awesome, so comfortable and can take a big knock without really feeling it, my old fox boots used to leave my feet and ankles aching for days. The other thing I really like about them is that they were comfortable right from the start, didn't take ages to break in like some other boots. Grip is not bad considering the sole design is quite flat.

[theblacksmith]

I am very happy with my Axo Boxers - cheap as and have saved me from many stumps - rocks - gateposts-fencing wire,ktm's, yamaha's and an untold amount of footpegs.Done about 90 hours with them and theyre mint still.And still very stiff. Tried my sons Gaerne's-yuck -what an uncomfortable boot! And twice the price.Each to their own I suppose.

[Reckless]

I got the AXO boxers as well. To be honest I haven't worn any others in my short carer only been riding long enough for one set of boots but I like the AXO's. Good firm boot stiff along the sole, flex at the ankle for gear changes, hold the knees pads in tight. Pretty good boot I reckon.

[scott411]

I use tech 8's now and had tech 10's before that, i prefer the tech 8's as when i need to walk around (trail rides etc) they are a bit more comfortable, the tech 10 has better ankle protection but i think the tech 8 has a better toe protection with the old style sole,

we stock both,