I agree 100%, I had some adventure boots and crashed with them, foot got caught up in the bike and twisted and got smashed like I never thought possible. I wasn't back to 100% for about 6 months and couldn't ride for a month in prime riding season. Within the first hour of being laid up on the couch I bought a pair of SG12s, should have just got them from the begining!

@seansteede

Жыл бұрын

Hundo P - two crashes with ADV boots on both left and right resulting in 6 months recoveries each.....Moto boots - same crash - no problem....

@larrydoyle907

Жыл бұрын

Had my forma adv low on for light off road and dropped the bike on me - ruptured Achilles, still not right. Same, loads of research while lying up and went for the gaerne fastback enduro which would suit me. Still love my forma adv low for touring though as they are comfy and waterproof. Got a pair of sealskinz waterproof socks for the fastback

@robpinter5431

Жыл бұрын

Amazing that you think of better boots after the broken leg.....plenty of time to think and reflect...I did the same.....6 weeks in a wheel chair....

@gamingradeon

Жыл бұрын

The problem is if the boot does not allow the ankle to twist, during the crash, the twist of your leg is transfered upwards towards the knee. The perfect scenario would be where the boot allows the ankle to twist to the maximum possible twist angle and then stop. This would protect the knee as much as possible from the twisting force

@davea6619

Жыл бұрын

@gamingradeon If you're wearing full mx boots the might as well get knee braces. Not much fun doing anything off the bike while wearing that gear. My SG-12's are great but suck to walk in.

Other considerations: Owned Gaerne SG12s. The company stands behind their products. Handled my warranty claim with a full refund outside of warranty because a very small batch had defects. The enduro version will be my next pair, because they stand behind their products, once my Leatts are toast. I bought them before I knew there was a recall on my SG12s. That said, no matter what anyone tells me SG12s are a motocross boot. Overly stiff which is what you want for jamming gears and absorbing massive hits from big jumps. For trails there is no feel for shifting or braking and the range of movement is limited. They are also heavy at around 6lbs each. With a slick sole they are a liability in muddy situations, especially on hills. As someone who gave a really insightful view with video on knee braces you should consider how ankle restriction means force will travel to the next weakest point. I was braking on a steep downhill and dabbed, unexpectedly catching my right toe on a root. Due to the weight of the boots and no flexibility I couldn’t free my foot or hit the rear brake. My bike slid forward and pressure went from ankle to knee, which I straightened until I had to drop the bike but not before popping my hip. Happened fast and walked away with only soreness but it easily could have been worse. Had the same thing happen in a deep rutted downhill with my Leatts with no issue because I had more ankle mobility and could get free. I am convinced overly restrictive gear can be worse in many situations. Trail riders save your money and skip the SG12s.

Agree with everything! I used to think my old 2007 Tech-3s were decent until I clipped a hidden boulder at the side of a trail doing about 20-30 kph. Crushed and folded my foot, shattered the heads of three metatarsals and broke some other bones. Had to ride 10KM down a mountain trail and 350km of mountain roads to the nearest hospital with an ER kick shifting. Lost 3 months of riding and after that restricted to simple road rides for a couple of months. Had SG12s for two years now and I’ll never go back to anything else off road, they are tanks yet still easy enough to finesse all the controls after a bit of getting used to. I tel every new rider that boots and gloves are the most important pieces of safety gear after a helmet.

@n03m9

Жыл бұрын

What do you think about the Tech-7s compared to your SG12s?

@andypughtube

5 ай бұрын

Can you try the exact same crash with the new boots, please? I agree that the buckles are terrible on the Tech3, but it is possible that lots of other boots would have failed you too. You can't tell without back-to-back testing. I can understand that you might be reluctant to do those experiments for me.

If we are serious off roading we always wear full boots. Great video and great message. The only time we really wear 'ADV' boots is on mellow streeti'ish rides where the hard core is low and the walking/exploring is high. That and a KLIM airbag vest. There is that. Love the video. Thanks for taking the time to put it together! We know all too well what that takes LOL.

ran across this vid about 4 months ago - and I have to whole-heartedly agree....these are money...money well spent! I did wedge my foot/boot under the edge of a car tire and rocked my leg back & forth to loosen up the hinge a bit, and I did raise my shift lever...but once that was done....it's GAME ON! Thx

On point! I love my Fastbacks and landed on them awhile back after trying several others. I would never trade protection for Goretex either, if you need waterproof, stick your foot in a trash bag! Another thing people forget when they but into the hype of the Adv boots is that if anything you need MORE protection if a huge loaded up bike lands on your foot the ADV style boots can leave your ankle snapped like a twig in a simple drop

@matthewhaworth5935

8 ай бұрын

I'd like to see what you think about gortex after taking a trip measured in weeks or months through various climates and unpredictable weather. Being on the bike for long hours while wet (especially your feet) is miserable. The only thing worse is being wet AND cold.

The bloodiest patient I ever picked up as a helicopter air ambulance pilot was a guy who wrecked a motorcycle (one that he stole and was then running from the police with). His foot was partially amputated. When we got to the hospital and opened the clamshell doors on the back of the helicopter, blood just poured out. It was a big mess. They were able to re-attach his foot, though.

@anonymous_friend

3 ай бұрын

Do you think he paid his hospital bill? Do criminals have health insurance? 😂

@tomcopeland6424

3 ай бұрын

@@anonymous_friendprobably most of the people we pick up at accident sites are stupid people doing stupid things, like drunk driving or running from the police. Most of them don’t have insurance.

@vintagemxer9165

3 ай бұрын

moral of the story - wear SG12s before stealing a bike?

Boots are one thing I won’t skimp on. I’ve had a pair of Sidi Flex Force boots since about 2002 or so. They were stiff as heck in the beginning, but they offer excellent support. I wear them regardless of what type of riding I do, whether is forest service roads, single track or long adventure rides on mostly paved roads. They are old and need replaced. I am planning on the SIDI Crossfire 3.

Agreed. Carry hiking sandals if you want to hike, wear motocross boots or similar other times

another pair of boots to talk about... I wear Forma Terra Evo's. Picked that model since it has more ankle protection than the "adventure" model. I'm on an r12gs so there's a lot more weight that can fall on me and I wanted the extra protection. I will say that once broken in, they are the most comfortable that I've worn. I often find myself at camp for a few hours before I realize I still have them on.

I have the Gaerne trials boots and love them for more casual rides and especially moto- camping. Not much protection though, but better than hiking boots. Shifter pads on both boots in case you are a vintage guy like me and have older Spanish or Italian trials or enduro bikes (older Ducati, Montessa etc).

I love my SG12s. After some ankle injuries, full moto boots ALL the time for me

Mine came in today. Will start breaking them in when I get off work. Thanks for the video.

Great advice. I wear the Fox Instinct Offroad boots. I love them. Feel great from day one. Ride safe my 2 wheel friends.

The Fastback Enduro boots are also one of the only boots I've been able to successfully use. I have a high instep / "high volume" foot. If I try to put on most other boots (ie Alpine Star Tech series) they become painful in minutes if I can even get my foot into the boots as they all crush the top of my feet. If anyone has a high instep foot these are the best I've found after trying on multiple brands and styles.

I’ve had at least 3 hard hits to my SG12s that I know would have resulted in a bad injury if I was wearing softer boots without hard plastic armor. Definitely pack some light hikers along because if you have to hike out for help it’ll be miserable with MX boots, done that before once.

I've got the Gaerne Dakar boots and I'm absolutely loving them. They've provide the ankle protection and only have to buckles that makes it easier to put my pants over them. Also they are wider than other brands I've tried, easy to walk in, along with a slim toebox that is easy to get under your shifter. In my opinion, there's simply nothing out there that compares. I definitely recommend them! By the way, "Great review!"

@AdventureDaily

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Thorsteinn, appreciate the feedback and glad you like the boots as much as I do!

@VaibhavGandhi

6 ай бұрын

I got the Dakar GTX a few days back, paid close to $470 here in India! I have wide feet and size 10.5 fits perfectly for me, but after a few hours (including a lot of standing and walking) my toes started to hurt. Will boots adapt to my feet or should have gone half-size over?

I have the AS Toucan and they are superb. The biggest advantage over MX boots is, they are waterproof and give you just slightly more articulation when you walk around. I know they are expensive, but I feel they are safe and worth the money.

@Matthew-wn8oq

2 ай бұрын

Those Toucans are the only ADV boots besides Rev it Expeditions that are safe enough to ride offroad.

I just learned the hard way. I snapped both bones in my leg and ruptured the ligaments and tendons in my ankle on a fall that wasn’t too bad. I was wearing fly racing maverick enduros, which were a comfortable boot, but when put to the test, fell short.

I have the Fastback in white. So far, I've really enjoyed them. It didn't need any break in time and was way more protection than my older O'Neals.

fully agree, I’m 45 now and have been riding since I was 7 - have had many pairs of boots in that time and the Gaerne SG-10’s are the best boots I’ve ever owned, the protection is incredible and they are comfortable as hell on and off the bike. Build quality of Gaerne’s is better than any other manufacturer by far. walking in MX boots sucks, always has always will - but worth it for the protection, they’ve saved me many times

100% agree on lack of protection with adv boots. Broke a bunch of bones in my foot when I crashed my F800GS off road last year. Foot ended up pinned under the engine crankcase when the bike landed on its side.. Was wearing my Sidi ADV goretex boots. There's next to zero lateral stiffness with those boots and they did nothing to protect me from forces in that direction. My el cheapo Fox MX boots have way more lateral stiffness and I may not have broken anything if I had been wearing them. Needed surgery and now have two titanium screws in my foot. Yay. The adv boots are superb for long days in the saddle especially when it's wet or muddy. But for real protection? False sense of security. I'd rather not wear MX boots all the time, so maybe these Gaerne would work for me.

I broke my foot in March wearing some Solomon mid hiking boots in my KLR650 and have since upgraded to AlpineStar Tech 7 Enduro Drystars (got ‘em for $300 brand new) If you go full MX route and the boots are too stiff, just stand in your living room for an hour or so and bend them back in forth while you’re wearing them (basically lean forwards and backwards) and it should get them mostly broken in

These look like a perfect companion to my Gaerne Balance Oil boot! These boots have been great, so i imagine these will be a more protective version for the more spicier riding!!! Thanks for tour review!!!

I run SG12 for dual sport riding. Anything more 50% dirt. Sidi Adventure for touring. I agree with everything you said about the SG12. So much confidence with those when you put your foot down to catch yourself. Sounds like next set of boots would be those Fastback Enduro

Run the same boots and couldn't be happier with them - they're well made, relatively light and offer great protection! Only slight downside is the sole isn't quite so grippy on slick surfaces (very hard compound) compared to my previous boots.

Fastback boots are brilliant. Jammed my left foot/ankle between a tree and my bike hard at probably 30kph on an endro climb that pulled and twisted it as I past. Definitely felt it, and while it was a little sore for maybe an hour or two, there was no real injury, and I was fine finishing the day out. I have no doubt my fastback boot saved me from destroying both my foot and ankle in that moment. I'm so glad I had them that day and swear by them

I broke my foot in three places in a minor crash wearing Alpinestars Corozal Boots. Those were very comfortable boots, but they weren't protective enough. Way too much flex. Comfort and safety don't go together when it comes to boots. Now I wear Tech 7 Enduros and they're great and more comfortable than I thought they'd be. If you're looking to buy Alpinestars boots, always check for last seasons colors cause you can usually get a pretty solid discount for the same product (just different colors). Edit: I got a last season color open box pair of Tech 7s for $250. My visits to the doctor cause of the foot ended up being about $800. Definitely worth it to spend the money.

@oklahomahank2378

Жыл бұрын

I have some Corozals as well. After an off in the woods I realized I needed to upgrade and also bought some Gaerne Fastback boots. The difference is amazing.

@nbrider7235

Жыл бұрын

I wear the Alpinestars Belize (the shorter version of the Corozal) for my straight street riding and the Tech 7 Enduros for riding off road on my dirt bike. I mostly do single track enduro type riding so the Tech 7s are perfect for me. Both boots are good for their specific purpose. I would never wear the Belize off road but as a street boot it is great.

@oklahomahank2378

Жыл бұрын

@@nbrider7235 By the way, I bought mine from Atomic Moto, a great business. The owner spent about thirty minutes on the phone with me helping me make a selection.

I have Tech 7s for true offroading, sidi vortices for road racing and Forma Evo Terras for adv riding. They have a stiff MX-style sole , metal buckles and great ankle support.

As someone currently lying in bed with 4 breaks in my left lower leg, this video hits home. My TCX Drifter ADV boot did not protect my bones, but skin was intact. Time to get some enduro or MX boots, the Gaerne Fastbacks look a great balance.

@bmfbbmfb

Жыл бұрын

there is no guarantee a diff boot would have helped you. The only difference between the drifters and these is the metal toe protection. Its very possible to break your legs in any boot. Cool thing is, at least the boots should keep it in line so your not dealing with floppy foot out on the trail.

My Forma Adventure boots have already save my ankles from two crushing incidents where my bike landed on them. I actually feel unprotected if I ride the big BMW R1150GS Adventure without them. The side armor over the lateral malleous spread the impact over a large enough area so my ankle wasn't broken, just bruised.

@pearljaime2

6 ай бұрын

I use these as well, but I don't do enduro or trails. Actually, my bike is a cafe racer sportster iron 1200. So mostly road for me, but still the formas are just good enougj for urban and road situations. You can walk on them no problem.

i use Gaerne Fastback since 2006. They are a great value for Money(get them for 350,-). They are flexible enough to start riding immediately Out of the Box. I tried Fox(very Stiff, No Feeling at all on the MX) and Alpinestars (better thanks Fox, but still cant keep Up with quality and Feeling for the Bike with Gaerne). i did 15 years MX andnow use the Fastback for Rallies and Adventure riding.

I recently broke my ankle in a Forma Adventure boot, so this is good info as I have been shopping for new boots, SIDI crossfire 3 has been recommended by the local store, but at that time I was still swollen so could not try on.

"eye-talian made" - adventure daily 2023

@AdventureDaily

Жыл бұрын

That's the Ohio in me😂

@tdub5776

Жыл бұрын

americans are not smart. Out of seven continents, they come in at ninth!

@rattlehead05

10 ай бұрын

Fra-Gee-Lay! Must be Italian.

@Blkdynmt

3 ай бұрын

Gorlami

@maintayne

2 ай бұрын

To be fair, none of us are saying it correctly 😂

My opinion is situational (sketchy jagged rocks means opting for more armor), but *I opt for bike control over rigid armor.* Of note to me is that several *pro MX riders have started bucking decades of trends of stiff over armored gear and are now (with modern riding stances) moving away from restrictive neck braces and some are moving away from stiff soled boots.* Their major reason was that they found the stiff stances were _causing_ wrecks and injuries. Modern stances significantly reduced the likelihood of those injuries, and their opinions were that they were safer overall to avoid the crash overall by less fatigue and constraint vs "armoring up." *Here's a real life test for you:* Stand feet flat on the floor weight on your heel, knees bent. Now hop as high as you can knees only without using your ankle and also land flat footed knees only. *Did you get very high? And how did it feel to land that way?* Not try the same thing, knees still bent, but instead of using knees, try with weight forward using only your ankles. *Notice how much easier it was? How high you went, and how soft the landing was?* (obviously combining your knees and ankles is best for both jump height and landing soft. But the ankles were the most important( Just like your arms, you have a high speed and control joint (wrist and ankle) and a _slow speed_ larger movement joint (elbow and knee). While they are used in conjunction to pad each other's movement, artificially restricting your motion to only use part weakens you and forces more strain on the single joint. If your legs get tired or you find your knees getting swollen, your overly stiff MX style boots are most likely pushing a knees-only riding style. You are missing out on your fast spring and control of your ankles. (look at how a cat moves, but our heels should be down much more for riding stance, but still sprung on our ankles) Also consider leverage. If you wear an overly rigid boot, you undo the natural flex of your leg (yep, bones flex), but not only do you transfer that load to your knee, but you also just gave it a long stiff lever to apply torque to your knee. I'm all for crush protection, hyper extension protection (both up and down), etc. But I think motion restrictions need to be moderated and balanced together as a whole system that load shares together.

@tonn333

Жыл бұрын

So what would you recommend for a new hard enduro enthusiast? SG12 enduro (maybe also the new updated SG22) or fastback enduro? Or something entirely different?

@brandonbagley795

Жыл бұрын

Amen to that. I bought tech 7s after hearing how they were so mobile for an offroad boot and... Sure. I guess? But they still have practically zero mobility, no feel through the sole, etc. Yeah, they'll be better in a crash, but every ride I felt much more likely *to* crash because I didn't have the control that I wanted.

@TR850

Жыл бұрын

Overall I like my Tech 7s, but brake modulation sucks big time in comparison to more flexible boots.

@fozrick

Жыл бұрын

Just wondering ? The guys who say the tech 7 is still a boot that has restricted movement have given the boot time to break in? I ride with the forma adventure boot. It gives me so much freedom of movement. Yet it does lack protection. Yet I still feel more confident wearing them ! Hence I feel if I did crash it wouldn’t be as bad because I have more range of movement and feel less likely to crash. Yet I’m tempted to buy some tech 7 to ride the more gnarly stuff.

@brandonbagley795

Жыл бұрын

@@fozrick at least for me it's less about restricted movement and more about losing the feel through the sole of the boot, as well as the clunky shifting from having such a massive toe box. I'll be the first to admit I'm not the best or most experienced rider though-it must okay with practice given what we see with top level racers

Great video. 👍 Best part was the blooper 🤣🤣 I usually use track boots on my long adventure touring rides. Sidi Cobra Gore-tex. They have good protection, at least i think, and there quite fine to walk in. When it´s hot, i just go with regular walking boots... Yeah i know... I just can't do the whole sweaty foot thing for days on end... On my enduro rides, tech 3's are my option. 👍

Dude you run a good channel, learning a lot from you. Keep it up bro.

Very good and balanced review. Like you said it depends what you do with them. I use the forma boots mainly for moderate paces dual sport riding and like you I go for long walks to waterfall’s and lookouts and the full on enduro boots. I have no illusions re the level of protection they give but they are good enough for the ADV riding with full gear I do. I am looking for something better that is a better compromise on the safety. The revit seem to fit the bill but are worth more then the bike. Will have a look at your setup too through the sole might be a bit stiff for what I need

I have the same Gaerne Fastback boot you showcased. Hands down the best boot I've ever owned.

I returned to riding after 15 years and bought mx boots, couldn't feel what I was doing with the rear brake, couldn't change gear properly without missing shifts and getting half neutrals, bought some Gaerne Midland adventure boots and they've been good, sure they don't feel as stiff and protective but a lot less control problems also

@StanislavRedkey

Жыл бұрын

yeah, safety is a complex phenomenon

I absolutely love the Alpinestars Tech 7 Enduros. They are waterproof, have a lugged sole, and offer the protection of an all out MX boot.

@karicallegra8194

Жыл бұрын

Same!! Got the enduro sole ones and LOVE them.

@ameliekk

Жыл бұрын

I have same and love them aswell😊

@charlesprice7608

Жыл бұрын

Once you buy a quality boot like an Alpinestar you will never go back to cheap boots! Same goes for helmets.

@newenglandscrambler2262

Жыл бұрын

I just wish they were wider. Too narrow for my feet.

@JacoT7_ADV

Жыл бұрын

I had Alpinestars Corozals and ended up getting the Tech 7 Enduros. I’ve had a really bad ankle injury that required a full reconstruction with screws and plates and the Alpinestars are the only boots that seem to fit me perfectly! I’ll never go back to ADV boots after having the Tech 7’s

Had some SG 12s for a while and I love them. now I’m rocking the LEATT 4.5’s. Never looked back. My go to boot from now on and that’s coming from an SG 12

I run the adv style boots when I am on a long trip on my Super Tenere, I like the comfort and the waterproofing and I am not doing hardcore trails. When I'm on the enduro bike riding single track that's when the MX boots go on. Each one has a purpose

Thank you for your review on the Gaerne Fastback Enduro boots. I just received mine and have spent one day in them, going through the break in process. The fit is great, I have a wide foot and a big calf and so far so good, no pressure points. The construction on these boots is impressive and the buckles operate the way they should. On my first day out I was having trouble getting my toe under the shifter in bumpy terrain so I went ahead and moved the shifter up one notch for the time being, it should work out fine until the boots break in, then we will see. Anyway, I am very impressed overall. Cheers!

@AdventureDaily

Жыл бұрын

Awesome to hear Marc! I am sure you will become more and more comfortable in them the longer you wear them. Thanks for tuning in!

@rays9033

Жыл бұрын

Great information! Would you recommend them for street too, or something else with the same level of protection?

Loved your video and found it very informative. Have you come across the Falco Marshall Mid Adventure boot, if so your thoughts on them please. I will not be going off road. Just looking for an affordable boot that offers decent protection

Bought the same boots last season and they are great. Really solid protection and build quality and a good price.

Great video- thanks! Also, what pants are those? Have you done a review video on riding pants?

I have always struggled with getting used boots that are comfortable and actually fit through my entire time riding until recently when I got my brand new Forma Adventure Low boots. I use them for day trips to and from the mountains or a quick hard spin at the retention pond on the other side of my neighborhood. My other pair are used O'neal boots, a bit stiff but definitely what I need for the time being for trail riding.

@AdventureDaily

Жыл бұрын

Alexis looked into the Forma adventure boots because they come in her size, they seem to have good reviews so maybe she will try those as well to compare. Thanks for the info!

@savage22bolt32

Жыл бұрын

@@AdventureDaily Constructive criticism: lose the background noise! The subject & your narration of it is great. The addition of distracting, monotonous & annoying music ruined the vid for me.

Totally agree with you - 100%. I love my ADV boots as they are comfortable and waterproof BUT, I only use them for street riding. I've ridden for over 4,000 & 2,000 mile rides in Africa and Baja in my Sidi Crossfire 2 boots. Very comfortable to ride in but not good at all for the off-bike hikes. yes, take shoes or sandal for any distance walking off the bike.

Been riding for years with Thor Blitz XP boots. They did the job but finally upgraded to Gaerne SG12 enduro boot. The fastback is a great boot as well and I would have went that route but chose to spend the extra for added protection.

@PrinceZirconium

Жыл бұрын

Looking to get my first off-road boot. How are the Thor Blitz XP?

thx for the review - just grabbed a pair cant wait to break them in - what knee/shin guards are you running with these ?

I bought a pair of Fastbacks, but they turned to be too narrow in the foot. Most motorcycle boot manufacturers for some reason make boots with weird foot shapes, with the foot being narrow in the middle part - the very part where the foot is the widest in most people!. The only more or less anatomically correct boots are made by Forma. After trying a dozen of makes a and models, I finally bought a pair of Forma Terra Evo Dry X boots. They offer a good amount of protection and at the same time are more user-friendly. They are great for dual sport biking.

Have the same fastbacks, excellent for dedicated off road adv rides. The TCX drifter ADV boots have their place on the street & for more casual rides that might involve some hiking

As someone who learned to ride at 12yo on a 75 YZ250, I agree that boots are the most important piece of gear. When riding a bike, your lower lehs and feet basically become sledge hammers. And if you have ever stupidly put a foot into a rock to move it, and it didn't, and then the back tire roled over your leg to get over that rock, you will understand.

What do you think about the Gaerne Dakar? I am riding SG10 on my dirtbike and I am looking for something a little more suitable for my ADV riding. Another option for me might be the Sidi Adventure since they also have a hinge design which is essential to me. I don't know if I really need the four buckles since the two cover the ankle and the lower part of the leg quite well.

There’s never a do-it-all boot as much as I wish there was. I use my moto boots for hard trails where I already know I’m gonna fall. I keep sneakers with me or some slides. I use some basic DC boots for street riding but they offer almost no protection. Icon makes a cool boot with some solid protection. You can still hike. You can get good brake and shifter control. Great for mellow beach rides or street rides.

1000 percent agree. Adv bikes are heavy, and your feet hit the ground just like you would on a dirt bike, and worse, can get caught under your paniers. I wear my mx boots on my adv and happy and not worried. Tried my trials boots a few times and was full stressed. Thought about adv boots, but then thought, why compromise safety and be stressed, just wear the real deal.

Here in Thailand, the biggest challenge is finding boots that will survive the environment - the heat and humidity destroys adhesives and plastics. I've had Alpinstars that crumbled to dust after 3 years. My latest SIDI Crossfire's had the soles fall off after a couple of months, which I managed to get stiched back on, and now, after a couple of years, the plastics have started cracking. I've actually gone back to an old cheap pair of Shot MX boots, but I've just noticed the soles are starting to peel off...😢

@khaccanhle1930

Жыл бұрын

I live in Vietnam, and prefer to use stitched boots. All the boots I wear have double or triple stitching, and last years. Sometimes I have to get a shoe maker put in a few repairs, but I feel if you avoid glued boots you can have more longevity.

@GediminasZakarauskas

Жыл бұрын

Keep Your gear in Air Conditioning room. It will help in long term:)

@khaccanhle1930

Жыл бұрын

@@GediminasZakarauskas yes, I agree. Heat and humidity ruins boots.

Hello, great clip and advice, thanks. I’m a broken foot (recovering) rider. I’m looking for a super strong boot with as much crush protection as possible for the mid-foot. That's mid-foot protection from side to side and top to bottom forces. So SG12s or the Fastback ? Or something else? Any advice from anyone will help please...Thanks T

I have a pair of Garne Balance boots that I use for trials (their intended use) and casual riding. They are extremely comfortable but provide limited protection. I am going to try a bail of Fastback Enduro boots when they become available.

Hi From Ireland. Thanks For The Info On The Gaerne Boots Looking Into It Wright Now, Cheers.

I wear TCX terrain 3 a bit less protective but very good nonetheless. Plus I don’t really ride hard off road, I do adv riding, dual sport riding. Dirt roads, gravel roads that kind of thing. And occasionally a bit more rugged surface, the boots are great. Protective enough and very comfortable, just as good as Garne oiled the trails versions. Boots on an adv bike even when going down gravel roads at 80/100 kph are very important, and so comfortable to stand on the pegs with the flat rubber sole.

Great review. Thanks!

Learned my lesson after dropping a 990 on my leg with cheap 'adventure' boots on. Tech 10's became my go to after that.

Worn ADV boots for 15 years, best purchase i've made, especially Forma boots, very high quality, cant speak more highly of their products, personally.

You are so correct!! Get some nice motocross boots and they will last way longer than cheap soft boots. How much does a cast cost???? Wear good protection people. I love my Sidi boots and friends love the G boots you have 👍🏻😎

Brilliant video. Thank you.

I started riding a year ago at age 60. I wear the low alpinestar belize adventure boot. Solid boot but I low sided and foot got caught enough for my 400lb bike to come down hard on my lower leg. Bruised the hell out of my leg and left me with a couple palm size hematomas. Didnt ride for a month but the boots probably kept me from getting a broken leg and shredded skin. Im looking to upgrade to motorcross voots even though I basically ride street and gravel roads. Sounds silly but I need better protection even though It will hamper my shifting.

@colinm990

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Kudos for starting riding at 60!

I started riding dirt bikes in 1971 . I've gone through a lot of boots . I got my first pair of Alpinestars Supertech series back in 1991 . When I moved to Charlotte NC I was doing more street riding and putting on the motocross boots was beginning to be a pain in the butt not just with the buckles but for going in to get coffee and stores ect . I liked the way the supertech's were thinner in the front more like a tennis shoe thickness which made shifting a lot easier . The rubber sole is pretty much like the motocross sole and works pretty good on the dirt and on the blacktop . I really like that the single zipper is on the back so its super fast to put your foot in and just zip it up . They have a removable lining that the ankle protective piece and ball joint piece are part of . For dual sport or street riding you are getting the same support in the ankles as the motocross boots but a lot easier shifting motion because of the joint hinge . Remember most dual sport riders are not riding as if they are on a motor cross track . I think the super tech series is made for racing on blacktop but it makes for a great dual sport boot . They last for years and years . I still have my first pair I got back in 1991 and they still look pretty new . If I know I'm going on trails I have to do river crossings I'll take my water proof SIDI 's other than that for short rides and then back home I go for the supertech's for the comfort and ease of the super tech . If you find a older pair on ebay for 50 bucks or less in your size give them a try I guarantee you will like them a lot for dual sport use . As of 2023 most of the newer dual sport boots have started adding ankle protection like the Adventure 2 Gore-Tex Boots kzread.info/dash/bejne/aniOtsaFZMyxj6Q.html This boot is water proof and it supports your ankles with the new ankle supports . Most dual sport riders are going to go through water so the boot you are showing is bound to cause you to have to ride with wet feet and that's not good at all . It really can ruin your day . Remember most dual sport riders are taking off for a week end or even a week so having a dry boot to get into the next day is very important . If you are not planing of being in or around water or rain and you are riding around in your back yard then the G12 would be fine but if you are out on the road and trails for a weekend or a week away from home you better be thinking about rain and creek crossing and keeping your feet dry . I would suggest you try a pair of the Adventure 2 Gore-Tex Boots that is made for dual sport use and I think you change your title of the video to Buy a ADV Boot with Ankle support ...Your Ankles Will Thank You.

@prhannator2874

4 ай бұрын

Hey Sertao2013 I'm that guy you describe. The dualsport rider (just starting out) and long time street rider. Most of my rides are street and gravel road but 2024 should see allot more puddles and such. The rain has also caught me on occasion but rarely so far. Thanks for pointing me toward the Adventure 2 boots. Something for me to consider. I really don't like the idea of hours or days in wet boots.

This is timely for me . Going boot shopping Saturday.

@AdventureDaily

Жыл бұрын

Sweet Bill, let me know what you end up getting!

@samuraidoggy

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Just get some pair of Crocs. Boots dont really matter a shit if u ride 100+ mph.

Any good actual data on boot protectiveness? Kind of like consumer reports type evaluation?

I can say that I definitely DON'T recommend the FXR "Factory Ride Boot" motocross boots I picked up. I got them because they were quite comfortable, and seemed very sturdy. After a couple summers riding with them, I can say that they ARE comfy, and they are fairly protective, but they've started falling apart. The sole is tearing up all over the place, and I don't even ride very hard. It probably has more to do with the fact that they're a pretty entry level boot, so I don't know if the moral of the story is that you get what you pay for, but I thought I'd chip in with my experience on this particular boot.

Would the SG12 or SG10 be too stiff for Supermoto or Supermoto/naked hybrid bikes only ridden on the street? If not, what would be the max protection boot (while semi-comfortable) for those cases? (I do not care how they look.)

My son has those Garniers (sp?). He gets only the best stuff, and they fit our wide feet. I’ll probably go with them for new boots.

Yup. I learned the hard way after breaking an ankle. I bought motocross boots the next day as I was 800 miles from home. Without them I wouldn't have made it home. Never ride off road without them again. BMW R1100GS

Adv boots are for street riding with some occasional dirt, certainly not optimal for hard off road riding. If you you want boots that still have tread on the bottom, there are some options. I used to use Comp 5 boots and loved them, but recently switched to Forma boots for more comfort.

What would you recommend for expedition / extended touring on an ADV bike? I got me some RST ADV bike boots on the basis that I might need to walk around a bit when I'm not on the bike. I don't expect to be doing anything more hardcore than gravel & shale tracks.

Good review. Grabbed a pair of Astars boots. For cursing and putting on open trails or woods, what kind of bike to go for. Looking at ktm xcf 350 or a 250. Maybe 300xc? First “dirt” bike. Or a honda? Not sure what model for trails. 45 and not looking to mx

Was looking into the Fastback and Sidi x-power. Ended up with the x-power. Very happy with the fit and protection.

Great review ! Can you use these on your Honda Grom? I have a pair of Alpine Stars moto cross boots, and I can not fit the boot between the foot peg and the shifter. I want a boot that will fit me, on my 2014 Grom with wide foot pegs :) Thanks for your time! Asplenia.

My only complaint about Gaerne is they leak more water than home with a blue tarp on the roof.

@adventuredaily question what do you think of the Alpinestars XT-8 goretex? brand new 2023 release I’ve just ordered them adventuredaily ??

Yep this brings back memories from the 70s has some high logger boots almost to my knee going through some sage brush and bang looked down at my leg there was a log sticking in my leg it was about 1/4 inch above the boot top just 3 stiches but it was hell cleaning it out wood just crumbled I was picking it out with needle nose pliers. Nothing but bad luck on my part a gladiator could not have been better protected . Happy Trails

mid and high end ADV boots are good enough for some use cases, they're still much better than street/race boots in terms of protection, and sometimes even comfort, I could hike on my adventure boots all day but would never do it with a regular mc boot. I've had my bike fall on my ankle while wearing AP Corozal boots, my leg was just fine, the shin bone protection is good enough, and yes, it won't offer much protection from accidents involving twisting and flexing motions but my worst use case is unpaved mountinous roads so I probably won't encounter such accidents like enduro/motorcross riders do. also, please note that these boots will probably contain metal plates on the sole, these are very dangerous when filling from gas stations.

That was a very informative tip. One thing I noticed sir, are those conventional forks on your Honda? Why is that? Just asking coz I thought all CRF's arevequiped with USD forks. Thank you.

I wear size 14. True motocross boots just aren't flexible enough and are way too bulky to even fit under the shifter even with extended shift and brake levers.

Would a boot like this be overkill if you're only riding tarmac? I'm looking for a boot that offers protection but also comfortable to walk in and doesn't squeak! I know it sounds dumb but I tried a pair of motocross boots and couldn't stand the squeaking everything I got off the bike to walk around.

Better video than I thought. So many guys are basically just saying buy motocross for adventure riding. Where your riding and how long you need to ride is a factor for what you wear.

40 years ago I bought a pair of boots whilst I was still riding trail bikes in the U.K. They were bullet proof even after I removed the stupid chunks of bright red plastic. The trail bikes went then SR250,XS650,GS550,GS850, and I left the boots in the U.K. in 1990. Up til then I wore them just about everywhere- to me they were comfortable, I even biked to the coast and clambered up & down cliffs in them to fish. Everyone thought I was mad.

The SG12, Fastback, and SG22 are 3 of the best boots on the market, and they are ahead by a fairly large margin.

I had a pair of thor quadrants that I broke in and I wore them walking. Never had an issue with stiffness.

I low sided my KTM 500 on hard pack in a curve around 40mph. The bike wound up on top of my right boot and used it as a slider. My tech 3 motorcross boot took all of the impact and my leg wasn't sore or bruised at all. My arm and shoulder were sore. I saw a guy fall over on the side from a whiskey throttle wheelie on a KTM 250 and his adv boot let the bike hurt his leg pretty good when it fell on it.

When I started adventure riding I wanted the Sidi’s so bad. I liked the versatility of them but when I went to try them on and they were so narrow in the tow box they actually hurt. My feet are small but a little wide up front. The salesman told me to try on the Gaerne SG12s and they were so comfortable right out of the box. I bought them in 2019 and have 11,000 brutal miles on them. Haven’t had a single problem with them at all. Still look good and even the soles are holding up. They suck to walk in but I don’t stop alot and walk around during the day. We ride up to 50-200 miles in the back country a day depending on terrain. I carry an old pair of sneakers to walk around at night in around camp or around town when done for the day. My next pair of boots will be the SG12s.

I have the oil balanced boots. Great causal riding boot and are comfortable all day. Easy to walk in right out of the box.

Just broke my lower shin bone tip in an off road accident, definitely could have used these Gaerne Outbacks--$400 to save 6-8 weeks recovery is well worth it.

Have the Gaerne fastback enduros. They are ace, only downside is the calf section doesnt have much room to run long knee/shin pads like the SG12s. Prefer the enduro sole though.

Can you suggest boots for touring.....don't know what to get which provide both protection and flexibility

I have these for off road. I have a pair of Forma Boulders for general dual sport riding. Less protective; better off the bike; still have toe, heel, shin, and some ankle protection (pucks).

As a beginner off road rider, long time street rider, I'm looking for something like this but I'm wondering about the wet? I'm on a dual sport so it's a combination of street riding at speed in the rain or even just hitting mudholes/large puddles on the trails that I'm concerned about. Is there a truly comparable boot which also offers waterproofness ?

So cause my calfs are bigger now than for 2 years :-( I need new boots. I like dual sprot riding with my KTM 625sxc also with my big BWM GS. Do you have some advise for maybe mid or low cut? The Fastback is not waterproof no membrane right?