I've been riding for several months now doing woods riding and harescrambles on my KX250. I have some Thor Quadrant boots that I paid around $129 for from a local shop. The boots are pretty bulky, heavy, uncomfortable and the soles are getting torn up pretty badly. I am considering the SG-10, Tech 8's and Tech 10's. Based on what I've read here, I'm leaning towards the SG-10's. Does anybody have any other suggestions? If I bought the SG-10's for example, do you think I'd notice a big difference between them and my current Thor boots? Matt
Time to upgrade boots. Which ones?
- Thread starter KC10Chief
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The three boots you mention are all good boots. The best advice I can give is to go to a local shop and try them all on for 10 minutes or so. All else being equal, the "best" boots will be the ones that feel best to you.
dirtbikr99
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also...u will feel a huge diffrence from your current boots
WhiteBros426
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SG10's are what I recomend. They are the best boots I ever put on my feet..... :)
kelsorat
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I was also in the market for new boots recently. Here is what I found. SG10's are too narrow for my D width feet. Oxtar's bulky and the straps were a definite point of failure (plastic--not the strap itself, but the buckle).
Tech 10's well let's see. I am and will continue to wear my old T8's, it's just a damn good boot, comfy for all day wearing, walking the pits, riding, protection. So I thought the T10 would just be a big improvment. I was wrong. See for yourself, I think Alpinestars missed the mark on the T10's.
My final choice after lots of shopping and consideration was the SIDI SRS. It's a low profile boot, lots of protection, very thick sole, and they were as comfortable as my T8's, but much lighter.
Tech 10's well let's see. I am and will continue to wear my old T8's, it's just a damn good boot, comfy for all day wearing, walking the pits, riding, protection. So I thought the T10 would just be a big improvment. I was wrong. See for yourself, I think Alpinestars missed the mark on the T10's.
My final choice after lots of shopping and consideration was the SIDI SRS. It's a low profile boot, lots of protection, very thick sole, and they were as comfortable as my T8's, but much lighter.
I put a vote in on the fox forma pro - recent write up in dirt rider was very good also. I tried on all the ones mentioned above in 1 sitting - probably 8 or 9 different brands/models. I was going with the best boot (for me) regardless of price. I walked out with the fox for $240 - and haven't looked back.
KC10Chief, I have been wearing the Sidi SRS for 3 years and just picked up some Gaerne SG10 today. The shop I use had had all 3 boots you mentioned, and I myself had no intentions of buying the Tech 10s, but tried them on and was not impressed for the price they carried. I'm sure they do a good job, but the feel reminded me of that of the Alpinestar Vector (which is a good boot for a much lower price than the Tech 10).
I love a hinged boot, that is why I bought my Sidi 3 years ago. But I had trouble with the screws and washers (in the calf adjustment) getting ripped out when it cought on the bike, or just coming out on there own. But Motonation has Great customer support if you go the Sidi route. I have nothing really bad to say really about Sidi, I had some boots that lasted 3 years and I still should be wearing them. It was a toss up between the Sidi and Gearne. But when it came down to it, I've never owned a pair of Gaerne before.
The Gaerne has nice rubber on the inside calves that seem to grip the bike (when new), but only time will tell how the rubber will hold up to abuse from the frame and plastic.
In my opinion a hinged boot is the only way to ride, it just makes your foot feel more secure. All 3 of those boots you mentioned are good boots, but you better go try some on.
I love a hinged boot, that is why I bought my Sidi 3 years ago. But I had trouble with the screws and washers (in the calf adjustment) getting ripped out when it cought on the bike, or just coming out on there own. But Motonation has Great customer support if you go the Sidi route. I have nothing really bad to say really about Sidi, I had some boots that lasted 3 years and I still should be wearing them. It was a toss up between the Sidi and Gearne. But when it came down to it, I've never owned a pair of Gaerne before.
The Gaerne has nice rubber on the inside calves that seem to grip the bike (when new), but only time will tell how the rubber will hold up to abuse from the frame and plastic.
In my opinion a hinged boot is the only way to ride, it just makes your foot feel more secure. All 3 of those boots you mentioned are good boots, but you better go try some on.
Had a pair of Fox Foruma's from 98 or so, they held up quite well and have a very nice stiff sole. I now have a pair of Aplinestars T-8's, have had them for the last 5 years or so (have not ridden much in the last 3) but they seem to be holding up quite well. They are very comfy, a moderate upgrade from the foxes. You will definatly notice a huge difff from your economy boots. Also make sure to look at the Sidi's, they make a top quality product. I didnt like their older boots personaly because they simply didnt offer the protection of the T8 or Fox, but their newer style boots with the hinge (TA Flex i suppose) seem quite sturdy and quality has always been top notch.
good luck, and whatever you get it will be a big improvement.
good luck, and whatever you get it will be a big improvement.
Well, I gotta chime in here for those out there with big, wide feet like me (14) , I found the Oneal Hardware boots to be very nice. They are very comfortable, have tons of support an have all the features that the top of the line boots have (aluminum buckles, etc). The soles are holding up great so far. And the price is pretty decent too. i picked mine up on closeout this last year for $174. Check them out.
crrider999
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i have a pair of tech 8s and i have one outdoor season on them and they are trashed i was very disapointed with how quickly they wore out but they are extremely comfortable and do offer good protection i opted for the sidi srs for my new boots there in the mail havent seen them yet it was a tough call between them and the sg10s
craig0402run
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Having read all your comments I've purchased so Gaerne SG10's and am very pleased with them. They initially felt a little tight against my bigs toes - narrow in the forefoot . My dealer was happy for me to take them & wear for a few hours (indoors only) & they soon bedded in and are now like slippers.
What to you pay for boots - these cost me £200.00 that's $383 (us).
Is that expensive ????
What to you pay for boots - these cost me £200.00 that's $383 (us).
Is that expensive ????
craig0402run
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No way - some of the US web sites have SG10's for < $260!
the UK is so expensive!
the UK is so expensive!
You most have looked at the comps. The Oxtar Pro's have aluminum buckles. These are great boots. I've been in a pair for a few months, and they still look new. A friend bought SG-10's the same week I bought my Oxtars. They are priced the same, have held up the same, and are similarly comfy. They do have a slightly differant fit however. The Oxtar is slightly more narrow. Both are top quality. Choose either and you'll be very pleased you didn't go with the mainstream A star.