i am currently waiting for my new pair of sidi discovery boots. have any of you out there got a pair? if so, do you like or dislike them? and most importantly, are they truley water proof/resistant? :?: thanks eric
I don't have Discoverys, but I do have a pair of Sidi On Road boots...
(http://www.motonation.com/2007/550/OnRoadGore_bla.jpg)
They're wonderful. Soft leather, comfy to ride and walk in, and completely waterproof.
Older models were made with Sympatex, which is essentially a European rival to Gore-Tex. This year, Sidi started making them with Gore-Tex, shooting for better sales in the American market with the Gore-Tex brand recognition.
If they were lost or stolen, I would immediately buy another pair.
Look on eBay. NewEnough.com frequently has overstocked and discontinued boots on eBay with no reserve.
The On Roads retail for $275, and I got mine brand new in the box for $125 shipped.
man they look nice. i was going to mail order mine, but the local yamaha dealer said he could get them for me for $237.00 so i jumped on them. the only real concern i have is the waterproof membrane called "tepor". never heard of it.
Tepor is another European competitor of Gore-Tex.
right on. thanks. now if i could just get the damn bike to run right, i'll be able to enjoy them.
well i finally got my boots - there wicked nice. i highly recomend them. :wink:
So... Stretch....
I wear a size 15... what are yorz?
Euro 48.
I wear 14's, and these are a tad large, but that leaves room for thick wool socks in cooler weather.
I love my Sidi's.
Stretch.... Do your's have a different outsole than the one pictured above? According to Sidi, 48 and up have a "Champion Air Sole". The photo on the New Enough site makes it look like a completely different outsole. Trying to figure out if the outsole is replaceable when worn out....I wear a 15, and there aren't a lot of folks making them.
Thanks,
Coleman
Yep, different sole than what's pictured for the smaller sizes (riders with inadequate feets (http://www.clicksmilies.com/s0105/aetsch/cheeky-smiley-025.gif) )
you know what they say, big feet - more expencive boots 8)
'Zacktly.
I recently purchased my first pair of Sidi boots and went for the Couriers
http://www.bikersdirect.co.uk/bikersdirect/Files/710977
I'll keep you posted on how they perform
The Courier is the U.k name for the Discovery, (U.S.A), I have had a pair for almost a year now and they are brilliant, they have saved my shins from nasty knocks a few times and the metal toe cap saved me from breaking a toe or two when I came too close to a large boulder, (the tips have gone now as they wore down to nothing), they are completely waterproof, I can wear them all day off the bike if I have to, the only bad point is they squeak and nothing I do seems to make any difference.
you said it brother. it's been a week or so i got mine and were having the rain of the century and there good to go. breaking in well too. :D
I just ordered a pair of Oxtar Infinity's since I wanted more ankle protection than the Discovery's offer and less velcro than the On-roads. But I was tempted by both of those models and may end up with a pair of Sidis if the Oxtars don't fit well.
well, one month and 1500 mile in some pretty haaaaaard rain, and no leaks in the discoveries. i'm sold. oh yeah, there super sexy and they make me look thin too :P
There are no local places that sell mc boots except the harley dealer, so I decided to go with a non motorcycle brand that I trusted: Dr. Martens. Many don't know that Doc's have a whole line of "industrial" OSHA boots. So I ended up with the attached pair. They're rated with: steel toe, water proof, electrical hazard proof, non-slip. They where $135, but I had a 35% off coupon. They still need some breaking in, but I'm pretty happy so far.
Geof
dude, those look nice. doc martin's rule. take me back to my punker dayz. oi!!!! :twisted:
I ride all year through,have done for twenty-odd years and can say,hand on heart,that Alt-berg motorcycle boots are the best quality,100% waterproof and comfiest boots i've ever worn. I've tried all sorts but these truly are the dogs danglies. Link below...
http://www.altberg.co.uk/ (http://www.altberg.co.uk/)
Altberg Boots, I completely agree.
I have just had mine returned after a full refurb. They are 9 years old and now look like new again. The best £50 I have spent in a long time.
The other big advantage is that if you have odd sized feet they will make boots to match so no more needing to have a thick sock on one foot !
+1 for the On-Roads. I love mine.
Went down on a slick curve doing about 45-50 a few weeks back. The left toe hit the pavement pretty hard and probably bounced a couple times. I didn't realize it, until I looked down at the tip of the boot. Looked like someone took a rat tale file to it. They completely & totally protected my toes, feet, ankles, etc. from the impact of the fall & subsequent tumble into the ditch.
RickV
Anyone ever try the Diadora Express boot? Been looking at em, but not sure yet.
Boat ? theirs no boats here
Quote from: "Attack Pug"Boat ? theirs no boats here
Yeah, that's over in the Goldwing forum.
Geof
Just got myself a pair of Oxtar Infinity boots as they were on special offer and first impressions are good. They seem well made, fit well with enough room for winter socks and fasten securely.
They should be waterproof but havent had a chance to test that yet. Will let you know how I get on with them when I have covered a reasonable amount of miles in them.
I really like my TCX Infinity Gore Tex boots. Not as much protection as the Sidi Discovery's but I liked the fit better for my size 48EU/14 size foot. If I really plan on a lot of offroading I'll wear my Gaerne SG-10's.
That sounds good, I won't be using them off road either and they seem comfortable for all day wearing while touring. They are certainly better for walking around in than my race boots.
ok, time for an update. i've got about 6500+ miles on these boots(the sidi discoveries),with alot of the time in lot's of rain and cant say enough good things about them. super comfy, and really dry(no leaks any where). they work great on and off the road.truely the best boot i've ever owned. :D
HI All I have had a pair of the high combat touring for 3 sets soles now, about 5 years. Best I have ever had. Heavy protection, easy on off, feel like slippers when walking. Did a 6 mile hike in them last summer down in Zion Park, no blisters. When walking, I unfasten the front flap. The thing I like most is that they are resoleable at any good boot repair. On most other boots I have worn out the sole about the time they really get comfortable. Part of being a cheap Norwegian type, I guess. OLY
Oh, boots. How you confuse me.
I've been rocking a pair of Clarks work boots, but after two seasons the soles are nearly worn through. It's obvious they weren't made for motorcycling. The soles are really flexible, there's no ankle protection except for a thin piece of leather, and they don't go up the calf at all as they are short. They are all day comfy though, breathe well, and fit like a glove. I'll miss that about these boots.
So I've been searching for a good touring/dual sport boot. I understand the two can generally be mutually exclusive, but some crossover has to be found somewhere. I found an epic thread on ADVRider.com here: http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=144802 -- where they were trying to find the perfect "all around" boot. One with good protection, but with the ability to walk around in comfortably. It seems the ones that have good protection aren't comfy for walking, and vice versa. WTF?! Seems like such a simple thing. Touring boots typically do not have any real treads to speak of, and MX boots are usually way to stiff to walk in for more than a few steps.
But aside from walkability and protection, I also have a list of other features I want:
- Resoleable
- Waterproof
- Uses buckles for closure
I'm still searching. I've found some contenders, but nothing that fits the bill I've outlined without some compromises.
So here are my top contenders:
Sidi Discovery Rain - people seem to like these. lacks ankle protection from what I can see, but otherwise looks great.
Gaerne Balance Classic - people report super comfort, but appears to lack ankle and toe protection, also the 2008 model is not waterproof.
Aerostich Combat Touring - reported comfort, but lacks any armer at all, other than the thick leather. Must treat with "stuff" to make them waterproof.
TCX Infinity - reported comfort, but does not appear resoleable
Dainese Virunga WP - reported comfort, does not appear resoleable
Am I missing any boots here that may fit my criteria? Am I asking too much? Should I stop asking questions?
I'm probably going to end up just pulling the trigger on one of these and just living with it, but I wish that there was something out there that was everything I've ever wanted.. I guess I'm a selfish American thinking someone should have asked me what I thought. :roll:
Quote from: "paulie"Oh, boots. How you confuse me.
Am I missing any boots here that may fit my criteria? Am I asking too much? Should I stop asking questions?
I'm probably going to end up just pulling the trigger on one of these and just living with it, but I wish that there was something out there that was everything I've ever wanted.. I guess I'm a selfish American thinking someone should have asked me what I thought. :roll:
Check out the A stars the wife has a pair that she loves and caan walk in them too , waterproof also
I have Sidi Couriers, which I think are called something else on your side of the pond. Apart from the waterproof part they fulfill all your criteria. The waterproofing is solved by sealskinz waterproof socks and Roberts your aunties wife!
I have the TCX/Oxtar Infinity boots and have now done about 5,000 miles in them in varying weather. Although they are not resoleable, the sole is showing no sign of wear but grips very well when walking, the leather still looks like new if I apply a bit of conditioner. I have not had a single leak and they are very comfortable for all day wear including walking when on tour. There are also some good deals to be had on them if you look around.
Highly recommended!
i think the couriers are called discoveries over here, which is what i have - awsome boot. my buddy at work just got a pair of combat lite's from aerostitch and really likes them. they have the same soul as the discovery but lack the closoure system that the sidi's have and are not waterproof or have protection.the nice thing about the aerostitch is there boots are sidi's - can be resoled, and are really solid. sidi also makes a cheaper version of the discovery called the "set up". from what i have read there pretty good too.
The boot portion of the combat touring doesn't have much armor except for heavy leather. From the ankle up, however, the protection is very heavy on the front. I found the stock gum soles lasted about 1 year then I had them resoled with regular vibram lug boot soles. I have ridden in very heavy rain, (they dont call this place WASHington for nothing) and have never had a leak. I use regular boot grease on them several times a year, melted in with a hair dryer. I would definitely buy another pair if these should happen to wear out before I die from old age. OLY