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Old 27 Feb 2013
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Off road boots?
So, I've bought some TCX Pro 2.1 boots. Tried them on when they arrived, and they're seriously rigid! I know that's the point, and they'll probably give when worn, but I'm wondering do you really need this style of boot when travelling? I am gradually getting into more off road riding, but it's always going to be a means to an end / to explore, rather than anything too hard core. I wonder how comfortable they'll be compared to 'normal' road boots when worn all day, every day? I doubt I'd enjoy wandering around a town I'd just come across in them?

Does anyone have any experience with boots akin to these, and whether they're OK for all round use (off/on road, general day-to-day) or are they a little too specific?

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I've been using Hein gerike off road boots (I think they're actually the same boot as the TCX) for the last few years and think that in fact they are too focused for green laning. They designed for motorcross racing.

I would look for something like a trials boot, sidi courier, the W2 adventure boot or forma adventure boot in the future.

If money is no object then sidi crossfire apparently offer the best mix of protection and movement.
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I have the Hein Gericke Rallye III boots, "stiff as a boot" for the first week or so but nothing a little elbow grease and dubbin wont fix, very comfortable for all day / terrain. Easy to get on and off, not too heavy, warm and water proof and I find them quite ok to walk around in too.

Hein Gericke RALLYE III GORE-TEX® Boots, black - Boots

They do look similar to the TCX

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Depends on the balance of protection vs walking comfort with/without full waterproofness.

Alpinestars Tech 3's (non-MX sole) are very protective but I wouldn't want to trek the Annapurna Circuit in them. They're incredibly stiff initially but give quite well and the protection is incredible. They are rarely waterproof (leaking thru the welt) and necessitate some neoprene socks or similar for dry, warmth.

The Sidi Adventure Rains offer good protection but the sole is not stiff enough for all-day standing on the pegs.

I put a premium on limb protection and comfort while standing on the pegs. Waterproof would be very nice but I'm still taking the Tech 3's to Siberia.
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I've been using Sidi Crossfire boots for 2 years now. I value my ankles a lot and tend to get far away from pavement. I have no doubt these boots saved me injuries and I have no regrets about the nuisance of big heavy boots. I find them comfortable to walk in, just too heavy to do so for long....
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depends on how much off-road you want to do.
i used motocross boot from europe to mongolia, that is 3 months wearing them. i choose for safety and carried slippers for non bike day's
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I have Alpinestars scout boots and they are very stiff. Good protection and waterproof and I'm hoping they soften up as they wear a bit. Has anyone used these?
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I have Alpinestars scout boots and they are very stiff. Good protection and waterproof and I'm hoping they soften up as they wear a bit. Has anyone used these?
They are not waterproof

Mine were new when I landed last April in Frankfurt and within one week if riding I had wet freezing cold feet

Save your money. Alphinestars never helped in any way with replacement as I could not send them away they just ignored me

They are tough and saved me a few times in crashes but they are not waterproof
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Alipnestars gtx is the best.
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do you really need this style of boot when travelling?
No you dont. You need boots that you are comfortable wearing for a long time also when walking around the city and riding. I prefere normal hiking boots.
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Hi,
I want to get this Thread up again.
I am going to drive form Austria to Sydney starting at the beginning of March 2015
I have AlpineStar Tech 3 Boots which are great!
But I also dont want to take another big pair of shoes to walk around (hiking in nepal).

I heard some used some kind of combat boots or heavy hiking boots like the Meindl shoes...

What do you thint? what is your experience?
I like the idea of the heavy hiking boots...

Thanks for your input!


Here are a couple of good "Which Boot" threads:

http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hub...or-boots-75274

http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hub...explorer-21773
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I have a pair of A-star tech3's but they are stiff and difficult to ride in, changing gear is difficult and are impossible to walk in..

after that experience I decided to try something else.. and bought these



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Thats the sales pitch from one seller , but they are flexible enough to walk in - easy to change gear and still feel protective enough to do the job
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Looks good! A nice compromise between comfort and protection. Reminds me a lot of the Gaerne Balance, Forma Adventure and TCK Evo Track. All "mild" dirt riding boots that you can walk it.

So far, the Forma looks the best but not tried it.
What's the price on the Wulf boots?
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Looks good! A nice compromise between comfort and protection. Reminds me a lot of the Gaerne Balance, Forma Adventure and TCK Evo Track. All "mild" dirt riding boots that you can walk it.

So far, the Forma looks the best but not tried it.
What's the price on the Wulf boots?

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Ive got the Gaerne - early days but so far great. My last pair were also trials rather than mx boots - definitely the way to go for me.


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