bmwpowere36m3 Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 For the guys with SMX-3, how comfortable would you rate them from 0-10. Do you think you could tolerate wearing them for a whole day or are they too rigid? I have a pair of Gaerne GRS boots that are great for the track and on the bike, but after 1hr of walking I'm going nuts. I'm looking for a good commuting boot that preferably goes just above the ankle. I got a pair… the upper [leather] isn't stiff, the sole is. I can wear MX boots all day no problem… maybe not walking all-day long. What I find is that the stiff sole and possibly thin insole transmits each step as a shock into your foot/heel. That shock is what becomes uncomfortable, not so much the fact that the sole isn't flexing. At first walking more than 10 minutes on a hard surface started to become "noticeable" and uncomfortable. They've gotten better as I've worn them… but I haven't walked more than 30 minutes straight with them. Not because their uncomfortable, but I generally don't walk around when I'm riding for long periods of time. On the other hand, I can ride/wear them all day no problem. I just keep a spare set of shoes at work to change into… more comfortable and I don't look like a power ranger. I think a thicker, softer insole would make them better walking shoes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shogun88 Posted June 19, 2015 Share Posted June 19, 2015 I have the alpinestar smx1 but I'm gonna switch to the smx3 for a tad more protection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruizin Posted June 19, 2015 Share Posted June 19, 2015 Hint, here is a pic and a link so people know what item you guys are talking about Revzilla link for $209.95 Or Mototorcycle superstore for $209.95 Yamaha MT-10 ForumYamaha Tracer 900 Forum Yamaha Ténéré 700 Forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cndnmax Posted June 19, 2015 Share Posted June 19, 2015 I wear steal toe leather hiking boots that I got for free at work. Comfortable for all day wearing but I had to adjust my shifter up a little to accommodate the steal toes. http://work.irishsetterboots.com/work-boots/83401-6-Inch-Hiker-Boot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member nerd Posted June 28, 2015 Premium Member Share Posted June 28, 2015 During the week I wear my danners (usmc)... off time I wear some classic doc martens. Finally pulled the trigger on some Sidi traffic 2 air boots and I can only hope that they are as everything the reviews(on other sites) say they are. I've never been on a legit track or anything but having nice motorcycle purposed boots will be a change for me. *edit* They showed up today and are hella comfortable right out of the box. Air flow is amazing. Solid protection in the toe box, heel, ankle and sole. Very happy wity choice.plus I can walk around without the robocop motorcycle guy look. [attachment id=626" thumbnail="1] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truthiness Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 I wear SMX-5's with perforated leather Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itch808 Posted July 3, 2015 Share Posted July 3, 2015 Just picked up some TCX X-Move WP boots and I'm loving them!! Pretty good protection and just above the ankle without being constricting like a full race boot. Very comfortable off the bike. Only complanint is they get a little toasty. Haven't met with any rain yet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member Mr.Puss Posted August 24, 2015 Premium Member Share Posted August 24, 2015 I picked up a pair of SIDI Vertigo boots. They are armoured up in all the right places with a shank, nicely adjustable to accommodate over or under riding pants. Not much for walking around, but that's the price for protection i guess. (about 430 CDN) I really dig them. Crush your enemies. See them driven before you. Hear the lamentations of their women. Fuss Life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobMoore Posted August 24, 2015 Share Posted August 24, 2015 I bought these 4 years ago and love them. I can wear them all day, and under jeans they don't look exactly like regular footwear, but they don't stick out ether. If I had to say one negative thing it would be that they really let in water when it's pouring rain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member avanti Posted August 25, 2015 Premium Member Share Posted August 25, 2015 A pair of Sidi Fusion just arrived and I've not even had time for a ride with them yet! :-( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaneallen23 Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 Does anyone have experience with either of these boots?: http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/dainese-motorshoe-air or http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/tcx-x-move-wp-boots I tried on a pair of A* SMX-1's today and my foot just didn't agree with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member avanti Posted September 5, 2015 Premium Member Share Posted September 5, 2015 Don't think I've posted here yet... I just got a pair of Sidi Fusion. I hope they are more comfy and responsive when broken in! Fit is fine but the tops are a little large for my skinny legs but they fit under my jeans okay and keep the heat off my calves when riding in 100+ temps like this summer (and today, for that matter). And, most of the worst hoaky contrasting detail also hides under my jeans... or, I'd have to dye it all black! OOPS, I'd posted an initial comment just above... forgot and didn't look; my bad, sorry! (a b***h to get old!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator sorkyah Posted September 6, 2015 Global Moderator Share Posted September 6, 2015 I bought these 4 years ago and love them. I can wear them all day, and under jeans they don't look exactly like regular footwear, but they don't stick out ether. If I had to say one negative thing it would be that they really let in water when it's pouring rain. What boot is that? ATGATT... ATTATT, two acronyms I live by. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobMoore Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 Alpinestars SMX5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delbee1 Posted December 25, 2015 Share Posted December 25, 2015 I have a pair of Gore-Tex S-MX6's, they are so comfortable I could wear them all day no problem and keep my feet dry.[/url][url=]http://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/198637 I was looking at getting Sidi B2 Gore-Tex but read some reviews of the soles wearing out too quickly.http://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/26095 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member xcarbonsteelx Posted December 25, 2015 Premium Member Share Posted December 25, 2015 I'm rocking Alpinstars SMX 3 vented boots. http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/alpinestars-smx-3-vented-boots - xCarbonSteelx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator sorkyah Posted December 25, 2015 Global Moderator Share Posted December 25, 2015 Smx3 red and blacks ... match the bike perfectly ATGATT... ATTATT, two acronyms I live by. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perthmt Posted December 26, 2015 Share Posted December 26, 2015 Axo Strykers with ratchet retention system. Good short boot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member tino206 Posted December 26, 2015 Premium Member Share Posted December 26, 2015 [/img]Bought these bad boys a few weeks ago and boy the feel nice! highly recommend them if you have the money to spare since they are 40% off right now over at motowheels.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayrexer Posted December 26, 2015 Share Posted December 26, 2015 Depends on how I feel like riding, or where we're going to ride for that matter. In either case I have a pair of Sidi ST air boots that I wear for more spirited riding, and then I also have a set of Sidi Doha boots for commuting and general riding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member biggaudi Posted December 29, 2015 Premium Member Share Posted December 29, 2015 Love TCX. Usually wear the X-Blend http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/tcx-x-blend-wp-boots Or the X-Rap depending on mood http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/tcx-x-rap-wp-shoes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azuryn Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 not boots, but picked up Some Vera Cruz riding shoes this morning from my local D Store; very comfy & low profile Nice was just about to ask on the thoughts of riding shoes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azuryn Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 Pretty much my same thoughts, I never go to the track so I want something I can commute in and still walk around in at work/school. I had tried some BILT ones but returned them after realizing that the fit was too loose. I'll be looking to get something soon to replace my leather while comfortable don't offer any protection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator sorkyah Posted December 30, 2015 Global Moderator Share Posted December 30, 2015 Pretty much my same thoughts, I never go to the track so I want something I can commute in and still walk around in at work/school. I had tried some BILT ones but returned them after realizing that the fit was too loose. I'll be looking to get something soon to replace my leather while comfortable don't offer any protection. Id recommend the astars smx 3's i wear em anytime i ride the bim... once they break in they're amazing feeling ATGATT... ATTATT, two acronyms I live by. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member xcarbonsteelx Posted December 30, 2015 Premium Member Share Posted December 30, 2015 For the guys with SMX-3, how comfortable would you rate them from 0-10. Do you think you could tolerate wearing them for a whole day or are they too rigid? I have a pair of Gaerne GRS boots that are great for the track and on the bike, but after 1hr of walking I'm going nuts. I'm looking for a good commuting boot that preferably goes just above the ankle. Late response, but I have worn them all day multiple days when I was too lazy to bring a pair of work shoes with me to work. I find them really comfortable. My only complaint about the SMX3 is they squeak when I walk. More so the left than the right. - xCarbonSteelx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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