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Time for new boots
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Django Offline
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Germany
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Post: #21
RE: Time for new boots
I moved from Alpinestars to Daytona. Quality is better. My last Alpinestars lasted only 2 years, then the zipper was broken. Sad

https://www.daytona.de/en/?setLang=2

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11-27-2017 09:42 AM
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dsan1964 Offline
Running Like a Top

california
Posts: 483
Joined: Aug 2015
Post: #22
Time for new boots
I bought my Apinestars on eBay worn twice... couldn't tell. 50 bucks...


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11-27-2017 12:15 PM
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nhawk7504 Offline
Running Like a Top

Boston
Posts: 608
Joined: Sep 2013
Post: #23
RE: Time for new boots
My Daytona boots lasted 15 years. I literally went through the sole on them recently. Comfy enough to wear around off the bike. I bought the non waterproof ones but my feet never got wet in the rain.
11-28-2017 09:28 AM
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Henrik Offline
Running Like a Top

Switzerland
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Post: #24
RE: Time for new boots
I have found through a number of friends (and there seems to be a few on here too) once you go Daytona you don't go back. They are amazing boots. They may not look as flashy as some other brands like Alpinestar etc., but they just work.
11-28-2017 10:18 AM
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bigsheep Offline
Running Like a Top

Hamilton, ON
Posts: 407
Joined: Nov 2016
Post: #25
RE: Time for new boots
Wow! Thanks for all the recommendations guys, lots to think about and look into.

1968 CB350
1981 CB125S
2002 CBR600F4i
2013 CB1100
2014 Honda CTX700N (sold)
11-30-2017 06:24 AM
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3rdbike Offline
1st Service Completed

Solomon, KS
Posts: 195
Joined: Dec 2017
Post: #26
RE: Time for new boots
I've been wearing Wesco boots since '93, my first pair are about ready for a rebuild. Jobmaster for work, The Boss for riding.

https://www.wescoboots.com/builder/default.aspx

It's all practice.....

'17 CB1100 EX
'15 VFR 800
'97 R1100RT
12-20-2017 10:27 PM
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Guth Offline
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Portland, OR
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Joined: Apr 2013
Post: #27
RE: Time for new boots
I bought the same Aerostich boots as pdedse a few years ago. I'll never wear them out.

The Honda CB1100: STILL air-COOLed
Deposit placed 11/12/2012.
Received delivery 04/05/2013.
12-21-2017 01:12 AM
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Banned Offline
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earth
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Post: #28
RE: Time for new boots
I have discovered that with my newly fused lower spine I can no longer reach my feet to lace up my Cdn Army issue combat boots that I have been wearing for riding since 1991 (the Army gives you new ones when they wear out), or any footwear with laces really. I get to transition to Velcro shoes at the ripe old age of 45 - Sweet!!

Can anyone recommend a pair of boots with a side zip/Velcro closure (for ease of on and off) that does not have a waterproof membrane? Gortex boots make my feet sweat too much.

The front runner right are the Chippewa boots that Rolls posted.

Thanks.
12-21-2017 05:59 AM
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The ferret Offline
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Ohio
Posts: 31,282
Joined: Apr 2013
Post: #29
RE: Time for new boots
a lot of the new Tactical type boots look lace up but zip from the side. I have seen them at Bass Pro and Cabelas. Multiple manufactures and styles

http://www.cabelas.com/product/SPEED-URB...s?slotId=4

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12-21-2017 07:53 AM
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earth
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Post: #30
RE: Time for new boots
Thanks Ferret but I would warn anyone looking to use this style of boot for motorcycling as they offer no protection and are quite flimsily made.

They aren't suitable for military operations either, at least not the kind I did. I was issued 5.11 desert boots for my last tour to Afghanistan - I tried them on and promptly threw them in a closet and got a pair of desert Lowas. I could feel every rock through the bottoms.

They are quite comfy for normal desk type jobs in the Army but that's it.
12-21-2017 08:42 AM
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