As loose as engineer boots are, why kind of protection do you suppose they offer? If YOU can pull them off- so can the car that hits you.

I wear Red Wings that lace up abpout 10 inches. Good thick leather, lace-ups provide support. I am convinced I have both feet because I was wearing my Red Wings- they kept my foot from coming off completely.

I imagine if I was wearing engineer boots, my right boot would be in the woods- with my foot in it. Sorry, but that's the truth.

 

Lace up, for all the reason Beans states above.

 

I have a pair of pull on boots from Milwaukee that go up 14 inches. These are great when it is cold out because they keep any air from going up my leg and provide an extra layer of insulation too. Other than that I always wear lace ups. For all the reasons already mentioned, and because they are much more comfortable to walk around in while off the bike.

 

Thanks all. I'm glad I asked. I went to a local livestock & farm supply store that has a great supply of western boots and some lace ups. The pull ons just felt so loose. I wanted them cause they fit under my toe shifter better than a lot of the lace ups I could find online or local. I have a heel shifter but I've always used a toe shifter. But I'll learn to use the heel shifter.

 

Thanks all. ... But I'll learn to use the heel shifter.

FWIW, it only took me about 100 miles to get use to a Heel / Toe shifter on my bike.

 

I don't see why you couldn't change it out for a normal shift lever. ?

 

I like Chippewa lace-up boots. Even the Carolina's but less of a selection than what Chippewa offers. They are on the expensive sive for my budget but I think Ican find some good deals if I search. I like a few of the manufacturers listed in this website, http://www.stompersboots.com/gtwy_laceup-011.php, but am finding better prices elsewhere. On a recent trip to Florida I had the opportunity to go to shop motorcycle acessory stores and tried on some a the imported laceups and was not overly satisfied.

 

I just picked up these the other day. Very quick to take on and off and seem to hold quite well when strapped.

I can't post an image yet because my post count is low (I'm a newb), but just search Gaerne G Aktive Boots.

When I get enough posts I'll update this with an image.

 

Damn, those are expensive. I couldn't get the address to work but I did a search and the cheapest was $199. I was lookin to spend $150, at the most. I haven't done an exhaustive search, but are they that good?

 

In the meantime this will take you directly to an image:

motorcyclecloseouts.com/dir/large_img.php?id=53254

 

I'm a fan of lace ups with the side zipper. Easy on, easy off. The drawback is that they're not waterproof, but rain covers are $25 and do the job.

 

You know, I just got them and I've worn them once so far. Haven't really had the opportunity to put them to the test. I'm impressed with the quality, they are extremely quick to take on and off. As for comfort, again, I haven't really had the opportunity to mess with them. In addition, they're also the first boots/shoes I've ever purchased. One thing that I've found annoying, but I imagine I could get used to after a couple rides, is the heel on the boots. It just seems awkward when riding. I think it's because I'm so used to riding with flat bottom shoes.

When I searched these out I was looking for something I would likely wear. So, there was a bit of "fashion" in my decision. That being said I was happy with the protection they offered for the type of riding I'll be doing. Give me a few days and I could have a better review for you. I've only spent about 15 mins with them.

When I get enough posts, I can put them on and get some pics of how high they go and what they look like on.

 

I got a little more time with the boots. Surprisingly, to me, they didn't get hot in the hot and humid weather. They were quite comfortable. My only complaint at this point is if you're wearing socks below the ankle, the boot tends to "pinch" just so very slightly on the skin. I'm talking very slight. It would probably be a little more comfortable with longer/higher socks. They come on any off quick and although I haven't taking them in the rain, seem as though they will be water proof. The leather/fabric on them tend to be thick as well.

 

I hope these will work for a while. Do you think these are okay? They are the Timberland Pro Titan 6" Lace-to-Toe.

 

I wear the tourmaster wp solution boots. They're a pull on with a side zip and velcro to keep them on. Fairly high and water proof. They fit a little loose, but aren't going to come off.

Day-to-day for riding in my small town I use Original Swat 9" classic side zip boots. They have a waterproof version as well. They don't offer the best ankle protection, but it's a small farmer town and only 3 miles round trip.

 

I hear ya on the short rides. I'll check those out. I just had to get these last weekend at Sears for $45 (Sale plus coupon). Needed something for quick removal for work everyday. I hope I don't start gathering a collection of em.

 

Tankhead, I do like those boots and if they are as good as they look you have a steal at $45.

 

I really like em for riding to work and short trips. Their just the Sears Die-Hard brand. I little more difficult to shift w/ the longer shaft length but I just have to make a good effort to lift my toe every downshift and its all good. The heel\toe shifter is really working out and nice not wearing tennis shoes anymore.

 

I wear hiking boots like the Timberlands in the picture, but you have to be careful you don't leave the loops in the knots long enough to get caught in the brake or the shifter. I tie mine in a triple knot.

 

Most definately on the knots. These are very comfortable. I sometimes wonder if I'm sacrificing some safety over comfort wearing these. Eventhough they are a quality shoe. On a side note, Slovenia? Damn, its is a small world after all! You take care!

 

I just bought a pair of Ridge Boots, with zippers and laces, not sure why they put on both....but I like the zippers they are really quick and easy to remove, especially after a long day of riding....or when you have overpants on....

 

I measured and bought a pair of Carolina boots, lace-ups, about 8-9 inches tall. The way I measured them was to put on a pair of thick socks, then trace the foot with socks on vertically with a pencil on a paper bag. Then, read the size off the chart. They cost $129 on the Internet, and it took one cow for each boot for me, 15 EE. They are comfortable and well made. In just a few tries, I could put them on and off very quickly and they provide good ankle protection. Next pair, IF I can wear these out will be another Carolina boot.

 

Hey, I got your PM's yesterday. Thank you for your time giving me some good info. Had to take the boy the Karate last night and the usual evening with the family so I haven't had time to reply. Sorry bout that!

 

Ive always been a work boot/swat boot type wearer .... its what I wear everyday so it was convenient.

.....until this.

I had a very mild get off at a breakneck 15mph. On the way down my foot hooked on something......my Carhartt work boots offered no protection from side to side motion and my ankle gave.......along with that small leg bone.

They said the leg bone wouldnt have broke except when my ankle over rotated the tendons that attach it connect to the leg bone, so it pulled hard enough on the tendons that it snapped the bone. I also have a couple of plastic screws holding my tendons together in my ankle.

15 mph accident.....the bike didnt have a mark on it......I ended up with $15K in medical bills (after insurance paid out I only owe like $800, but I shudder to think).....and I was out of work for 3 months......I was told absolutely NO pressure was to be put on my foot....yeah, this summer sucked hard.

I now wear Tourmaster Solutions on road......and when I ride dual sport I wear full motocross boots, Alpinestar Tech 6s.

.......I cant afford to be cheap on boots. Saving a few dollars and convenience cost me $800......could have cost me $15K.......and put me out of work for 3 months.

The **** part, I only put about 20K on my bike this year because of the injury....I had plans to ride some of Canada....didnt happen.

 

Thanks for taking the time out to post this. I remember seeing your pics in another thread a few months ago. Not something you can forget seeing very easily. I will have to say my boots did save me today from the bike going down on my ankle. Put up a thread about it New Bike/New Rider Section. But that doesn't mean their better than MC specific boots. You really like those Solutions, huh. I did a quick search on em. Do they have space between your lower calf? They look very wide at the top. Anyways, thanks for the recomendation.

 

Yeah they seem to "flare" out at the top. In theory your supposed to be able to pull them tight around your leg with before you velcro them closed at the top....but it doesnt work for me. This time of year that space is handy so I can tuck my jeans in.......keeps the wind from blowing up my pants leg......kinda like gauntlet boots.

The Solutions are great budget boots.....for another $100 you could definitely get far better protection. Its what I could spend at the time....and I fell they did offer an advantage over work boots.

The first obvious thing I noticed was the lack of laces. I was always getting my boot laces wrapped around the brake lever......the highway pegs etc. I once almost rear ended a car because I couldnt get my foot off the highway pegs to get to the rear brake. Thankfully I practice effective braking with the front brake so I got it stopped in time. This one "feature" alone make them invaluable to me.

I got a bit more protective boot for my dual sport riding......but also more restrictive. Considering the potential for injury I will give up some comfort for protection.

 

I have tourmaster WP solutions as well.. A lady tried to take me out in a traffic circle, I went down and I figure the boots saved me from a broken ankle.

 

A real lady wouldn't have done that.

 

Laceless would be the best, If you need laces then make SURE you can cover them with something on the boot or tuck them securely, pants are don't count as covering either

 

Laces work best for me and I use a pair of Red Wing 6"s. They come with short laces which I have replaced once with another pair of short laces to keep them from getting into my gears and brake. This has worked OK for me without any problems.