Expensive vs value: boots
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sarah_J_ said:
r u retart ed r sumthg? :coocoo:sarah_J_ said:
thebleakness
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doo wii half 2 sp33k l337 0r 5umptin? i5 th/-\t teh 0n1y \/\/ay 4 u 2 _5tand? :nener: Think outside the box my friend...biglou said:
Well i ended up getting some nice boots afterall. Ordered a brand new pair of 07 Gaerne SG-10s yesterday. Those babies should be in on monday. :cool:
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biglou said:
Thanks for that. You had me rolling on the floor laughing my arse off... ROFLMAO!!!!!! :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
thebleakness
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Definatly, I cant wait to get riding in those boots. I have been holding out because I was wearing tall steel toed work boots. :coocoo: They werent the worst thing I could have worn but all that was available to me. My whole paycheck is being blown on these boots. :( It will be worth it though.Okiewan said:
thebleakness
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Heres my report:
I picked up my SG-10s from the shop monday and had to ride back in them because I didnt have a car to carry them with. :D First thing I noticed was how incredibly comfortable they are. Calf is alittle big but that is good for the extra shin/knee brace room, the ankle pivot is also very smooth and much easier to walk in. First thing I noticed while riding in them is that they are much taller on the toe than other boots I have worn and ridden with. I need to raise the shifter a notch or 2 up for a comfortable riding position without inadvertantly shifting.
After work one day I wore them at a small woods track and tried my hand at some jumping. Definatly much more support than my previous pair of boots. Jumping feels much smoother (granted my bike isnt really meant for jumping too much).
They look great and are extremely comfortable. I have yet to find something I dont like about them, that might come with some riding time though. Given the choice between a pair of Crossfires and these SG-10s I am very pleased in my decision, it's money well spent.
I picked up my SG-10s from the shop monday and had to ride back in them because I didnt have a car to carry them with. :D First thing I noticed was how incredibly comfortable they are. Calf is alittle big but that is good for the extra shin/knee brace room, the ankle pivot is also very smooth and much easier to walk in. First thing I noticed while riding in them is that they are much taller on the toe than other boots I have worn and ridden with. I need to raise the shifter a notch or 2 up for a comfortable riding position without inadvertantly shifting.
After work one day I wore them at a small woods track and tried my hand at some jumping. Definatly much more support than my previous pair of boots. Jumping feels much smoother (granted my bike isnt really meant for jumping too much).
They look great and are extremely comfortable. I have yet to find something I dont like about them, that might come with some riding time though. Given the choice between a pair of Crossfires and these SG-10s I am very pleased in my decision, it's money well spent.
mxlover138
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I know this isn't regarding the exact topic...but I have a pair of Alpinestars Tech 6 boots and I am having trouble with the buckles. The straps do not stay snapped in place when I am fastening them and I cant decide whether I need to buy new buckles (the strap's base) or new straps.....help!
I would say alpinestar tech 4 at 160.00 are a great deal! not much more than an entry level boot but are great quality and built really well. They rate right up there in protection and comfort. No replaceable sole, but do you ride that much?
I would say go spend your money now..... a 160-400 dollar boot is cheap compared to a broken ankle, deductibles missed work and you get the idea.
I would say go spend your money now..... a 160-400 dollar boot is cheap compared to a broken ankle, deductibles missed work and you get the idea.
I have the SG-10 but the Fastbacks are almost identical (mxa just did a review on them) The Berik OVS and OVS PRO's are going for under $200 ( i think that Berik is just trying to get them out there so people see how good they are) definatly look at last year models for better prices.
You have to pick the right boot for you that is for sure. If you are not a weekend warrior I wouldn't get anything over a Tech 3 or a oneal M10 but if you are riding a lot you need to have a boot to measure up to your needs. I have Tech 6's and really like them. My next set of boots will most likely be Sidi though I just have to justify paying that money for them ;)
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I have to disagree with the last comment ( sorry) But you should get the best boots that you can afford, whether you are a pro or just trail ride once in awhile. Imagine, going trail riding with the family Sunday and the emergency room Sunday afternoon, then calling your boss Monday morning! And depending on your job, not working for awhile....
After not riding in the dirt for about 15 years I found it necessary to update my Oneal Bullets. I found a brand new closeout pair of Tech 8s for $160 shipped to my door; gotta love those online auctions. I can't wait to ride in them, they feel so much different. Although it wouldn't take much considering the fact that the Oneals stiffened up and the internal gaiter was falling apart from dry rot :)
kmccune said:
The reason why I mentioned those boots was it seemed the poster did not want to spend 400+ dollars on boots he/she barely will wear. I personally would rather buy the best that I can afford. I love my Sidi race boots and plan on getting the crossfires.
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I have read a lot about boots, talked to a lot of people and have decided on the A-Star Tech 6 boots. I'm not a racer, but after you do some damage to your body, you will wish you spent a little more money on the quality boots.
I found a brand new pair of A-Star Tech 6 boots for 200 bones locally. From what I have seen on E-bay and other places, this is a great deal. Granted they are 2005 models (basically old stock), they are still A-Star Tech 6 boots. The difference between the old model and the new models is insignificant as far as the safety of the boots.
I found a brand new pair of A-Star Tech 6 boots for 200 bones locally. From what I have seen on E-bay and other places, this is a great deal. Granted they are 2005 models (basically old stock), they are still A-Star Tech 6 boots. The difference between the old model and the new models is insignificant as far as the safety of the boots.
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This might be helpful info if you are near a retailer.
I'm a noob who's been using work boots to ride. I wised up and shelled out $ for real protection.
Today, (Presidents day) I bought a pair of Fox F3s from America's motorsports retail store in Nashville, TN for $199 before tax and I really like them. No presidents day sale like I hoped for, but the the 07 model has already been replaced with a new 07 model. They are discounted at retailers about $130 because of the new model, if you can still find your size. - My store had about 1 of each size left 9-12. - I got the last sz 13
I didn't really know what I was buying; the boots just fit good and were solid so I bought em. Got home and realized I got a deal.
They are higher on e bay - I found em for $329 & up buy it now; and auctions bidding up over $200 already.
see Item number: 120086794704
I'm a noob who's been using work boots to ride. I wised up and shelled out $ for real protection.
Today, (Presidents day) I bought a pair of Fox F3s from America's motorsports retail store in Nashville, TN for $199 before tax and I really like them. No presidents day sale like I hoped for, but the the 07 model has already been replaced with a new 07 model. They are discounted at retailers about $130 because of the new model, if you can still find your size. - My store had about 1 of each size left 9-12. - I got the last sz 13
I didn't really know what I was buying; the boots just fit good and were solid so I bought em. Got home and realized I got a deal.
They are higher on e bay - I found em for $329 & up buy it now; and auctions bidding up over $200 already.
see Item number: 120086794704
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Even the A* Tech boots used are a good deal, as long as they aren't too beat up.
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Even $400 is cheap...
Meet the occasional play rider who usually just drops in to read here but never posts. :ride:
I bought an inexpensive pair of Fox Trackers. First, they do provide more protection than a pair of work boots. However, they are not as comfortable as a well worn set of work boots. So it was work boots I was wearing 5 weeks ago while I was play riding with my brother in a recently cleared field near his home. I came down wrong over a very small jump and took my left foot off the peg and smacked my foot into the dirt heel first. That was February 17th.
It has now been 5 weeks, and the bill for the first ER visit was over 6000 dollars. The second visit to the hospital 10 days later for the surgery to piece my heel back together with titanium plates and screws is well over 20,000 and I haven't even seen the bill for the surgeon yet. The total bill will top $35,000 I am sure. I cannot bear weight on the foot for another 4-5 weeks, will have to rehab it for weeks to build up the strength in the leg again, and likely will not be trying to ride again until June. :yikes:
And when I do, it will be while wearing a nice new pair of Sidi or Gaerne boots that fit well and protect me to the fullest. Yes, cheaper boots offer more protection than "work boots", but only if they are worn every time. Thankfully, my share of this bill will only be in the 2000 dollar range thanks to some good medical insurance.
Looking back, if I had known this was in my immediate future, I would have gladly paid $500 for a good pair of boots if it would have spared me this intense pain and 3 months of down time. If you don't have good medical insurance and if you don't have good disability insurance, you could end up paying twenty, thirty-thousand or more if you need an ortho surgeon...
If that doesn't make someone feel like spending an extra $100 or $200 toward their riding boots, I don't know what will. :bang:
Meet the occasional play rider who usually just drops in to read here but never posts. :ride:
I bought an inexpensive pair of Fox Trackers. First, they do provide more protection than a pair of work boots. However, they are not as comfortable as a well worn set of work boots. So it was work boots I was wearing 5 weeks ago while I was play riding with my brother in a recently cleared field near his home. I came down wrong over a very small jump and took my left foot off the peg and smacked my foot into the dirt heel first. That was February 17th.
It has now been 5 weeks, and the bill for the first ER visit was over 6000 dollars. The second visit to the hospital 10 days later for the surgery to piece my heel back together with titanium plates and screws is well over 20,000 and I haven't even seen the bill for the surgeon yet. The total bill will top $35,000 I am sure. I cannot bear weight on the foot for another 4-5 weeks, will have to rehab it for weeks to build up the strength in the leg again, and likely will not be trying to ride again until June. :yikes:
And when I do, it will be while wearing a nice new pair of Sidi or Gaerne boots that fit well and protect me to the fullest. Yes, cheaper boots offer more protection than "work boots", but only if they are worn every time. Thankfully, my share of this bill will only be in the 2000 dollar range thanks to some good medical insurance.
Looking back, if I had known this was in my immediate future, I would have gladly paid $500 for a good pair of boots if it would have spared me this intense pain and 3 months of down time. If you don't have good medical insurance and if you don't have good disability insurance, you could end up paying twenty, thirty-thousand or more if you need an ortho surgeon...
If that doesn't make someone feel like spending an extra $100 or $200 toward their riding boots, I don't know what will. :bang:
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GUNFTR said:
This is the best factual example anybody can use to convince anybody to get better boots.
