What is the purpose of riding boots?

[pandjlocke]

Originally Posted by MikeB

I thought they were for stomping on people in bars. We're bikers, ain't we?

Darn tootin'.

[DCHAVOC]

At the moment, I'm using my steel-toed work boots.

When I rode in my youth, I'd wear western boots (as that's what the parents got me).

I do plan on getting a dedicated set of boots of some sort to ride in, I'm glad someone started this thread.

[DarkAero]

I wear my combat boots. Desert tan, suede, steel toe, and lots of ankle protection. Belleville is my favorite brand.

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[coreenleann]

I wear my cowboy boots too (Fat Baby's). They're light and comfortable, have a good sole but agreed that they probably don't offer more protection other than leather. My issue was I'm a pretty basic gal and I don't want a ton of shoes lying around - and I can wear these to work.



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[Impster]

Originally Posted by Bugler

Those sure are pricey.

They are, but I needed something over the ankle, some adjustment over the arch (odd shaped foot) and decent flexibility. Unfortunately most of the boots that match this are either really expensive or off road specific.

The street boots that matched what I needed all seemed to be around that price range. Being somewhat overprotective of my foot, I figured the expense was worth it.

Imp

[joe in calif]

Originally Posted by shadowmaker07

How's the riding there in San Jacinta? It's not too far from where I am thinking of moving to.

It's the best. Only about 10 minutes away from great mountain roads that gp to Big Bear, Julian, Santa Ysabel, Anza Borrego and a bunch of great roads. Where are you thinking about moving to?

[bocca]

I wear custom made leather boots. Leather beacause of winds and the looks. They are very deep. The first time a got a hornet below my ankle at 120 km/h i understood why so deep.

only a 100 euros, 9 years a go

[cult67]

Originally Posted by Impster

I have an already damaged ankle (rebuilt with bone from hip and fused) and if it is broken again, the foot comes off. So a very protective boot is a bit of a necessity.

I initially started with a "riding shoe" from Speed and Strength. They felt ok, but not much protection for the ankle. After upgrading to the TCX boots, I felt much more comfortable and was noticeably more confident and stable when using that foot to steady the bike.

These may be overkill, but I lurve em:

TCX Infinity GTX Boot - RevZilla

I applaud your overkill!

[Bow&Aero]

I wear boots because of the grip. I laid my bike down in my yard on wet grass wearing tennis shoes. Now I don't ride without boots, ever.

[Steve-O]

I'm feeling pretty good about my choice in riding boots right about now. I was hoping I wasn't missing something by not owning a pair of "biker boots".

I have several older pairs of western (roper) boots that I've put vibram soles on. Vibram soles last forever and don't skid at all. The western boot leather is cool enough down here in Texas summers and warm enough in our winters.

I ride a lot, and to various places. I don't like the grungy biker look. Favor the upscale look. I ride to work regularly. We ride to dance halls and restaurants as well. Our footwear fits right in.

Thanks for all the input.