[tegz]

Hey everyone so the time has come to get my first bike, and before that must come the gear lol.

The question is... just how much ankle protection do you need as a beginner rider? I've been having my eyes on some very nice A* riding boots, but the thing is they are low cut style and here's a pic:

http://www.superbiketoystore.com/sport/images/uploads/alpinestars_smx2_boots.jpg

But it seems like there's no way these could help my ankle from breaking on a fall. So I'm wondering if should get some boots that look like this, although I don't really like the look of them:

http://www.alpinestars.com/store/productimages/regular/201106.jpg

Cheers!

[Honyoung]

its true your not going to get more protection from a low cut boot to a full boot
if you want something that looks good and has good protections get these Puma 1000 V2
http://www.cyclegear.com/images/streetapparel/puma_1000v2_blk_LG.jpg
but they arent cheap 400-500
its really up to you, if your worried then get the full boot
for me it was either normal shoes or my sidi verts ( luckily they fit snug under my jeans)

oh btw i think these boots are for motocross
http://www.alpinestars.com/store/productimages/regular/201106.jpg

[akira112]

Those A* lowcuts look hot!

[racerman88]

lots of diffferent brands out there to try. Check out Pacific yamaha and Richmond Motorsports to try on boots. Also try Aaron at Modern on Commercial and 12th.
Really good prices online.

[bcrdukes]

I believe Bayside Performance may have some gear as well. Their prices are pretty competitive.

I would much prefer a regular boot over an ankle boot. They just...feel so much safer. :lol

Edit: Which bike did you get?! Pix! :D

[tegz]

I believe Bayside Performance may have some gear as well. Their prices are pretty competitive.

I would much prefer a regular boot over an ankle boot. They just...feel so much safer. :lol

Edit: Which bike did you get?! Pix! :D

Yep I've been checking out Bayside, they have alot of A* boots on their website which is where I first saw that ankle boot.

I haven't gotten my bike yet, but if all goes well I will have pictures up of either an 06 gsxr 600 or an 07 r6 in a few weeks!

[SilverBlitz]

plus one for aaron from modern if you buy more then 1 item he gives you a combo deal which usually brings the price down significantly

[bcrdukes]

Oh man, if you ever go to Modern, ONLY deal with Aaron. NOT his father. :mad:

[tegz]

Oh man, if you ever go to Modern, ONLY deal with Aaron. NOT his father. :mad:

Does this modern place have a website?

[jimzilla]

A little on the expensive side, but if you got the money, I highly recommend Sidi brand boots

Never looked back after spending that $400. Best investment ever - next to leathers.

[SuperSlowSS]

"dainese torque in" is where it is at. :)
best boots ever for wearing with jeans.

[bcrdukes]

Does this modern place have a website?

Modern Motorcycling (http://www.modernmotorcycling.com/)

[Gh0stRider]

K7 Gixxer! Do it.

Not a fan of low cut boots. I'm using Sidi boots.
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[tegz]

K7 Gixxer! Do it.

Not a fan of low cut boots. I'm using Sidi boots.
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Damn that's a sexy avatar

I'm going to go make a deposit on a k6 gsxr tomorrow, couldn't find any 07's with the colour that I want that I could afford!

[TheSalesman]

I had Sidi boots before but now Im using those Alpinestars boots in your first pic.
The Sidi boots are not very comfortable to wear especially if you're just riding around in the city. Those are full race boots. The low cut ones are way more comfortable from what I found and I only paid like 140 or something like that from aaron at modern. He hooks it up!

[mc25]

x2 for sidi.
But if youre on a budget, I bought a set of Nitro high cut boots, not ankle (since its the most important area to protect)

[Gh0stRider]

RMS has these i think
http://www.motorcycletoystore.com/sport/images/uploads/puma_flat2_black.jpg

[taylor192]

I am also a new rider, and bought a bike primarily for commuting around town. Thus I wanted a decent shoe to wear on and off the bike.

I bought these and really like them. Eventually I'll get proper boots if I find myself doing a lot of long rides or track days, yet for now these work well and offer decent protection.

Price is great at $130, so if eventually you don't like them, you can use them as just sneakers.

http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/images/InitialSet/shift_kicker_shoe_black_both_LG.jpg

[Jermyzy]

I used to wear Icon Superduty 2 which looks similar to the boot that Taylor192 posted. Super comfy, but minimal protection. I lowsided at 20-30 km/h and it held up perfectly fine. I've since upgraded to Sidi B2 boots which I got on closeout for $150. Much more protection, I feel safer on these when riding on the highway. Not as comfortable as low-cut boots obviously, but they're not as agressive as the higher Sidi boots.

[tegz]

I used to wear Icon Superduty 2 which looks similar to the boot that Taylor192 posted. Super comfy, but minimal protection. I lowsided at 20-30 km/h and it held up perfectly fine. I've since upgraded to Sidi B2 boots which I got on closeout for $150. Much more protection, I feel safer on these when riding on the highway. Not as comfortable as low-cut boots obviously, but they're not as agressive as the higher Sidi boots.

Just wondering, when you lowsided, did the bike fall on your ankle?

[xPhuong]

I"ve lowsided before and highsided a lot within three months of riding this season as a new rider LOL. And definetely if I didn't have my full motorcycle boots on my last spirited ride I would have been screwed. Those low cuts work good for what they do but they aren't that protective. If your going out on a long ride get boots. If your just doing city thing get short cuts or even regular sneakers will do. Because in a city if a car hits u ur leg is gonna be crushed either way lol.

[SuperSlowSS]

I"ve lowsided before and highsided a lot within three months of riding this season as a new rider LOL. And definetely if I didn't have my full motorcycle boots on my last spirited ride I would have been screwed. Those low cuts work good for what they do but they aren't that protective. If your going out on a long ride get boots. If your just doing city thing get short cuts or even regular sneakers will do. Because in a city if a car hits u ur leg is gonna be crushed either way lol.

what?? highsided too? man you got to take it easy! Just go on beginner group rides..and follow 125cc bikes. Then slowly move up. Trust me on this one.

[jnesss]

Just wondering, when you lowsided, did the bike fall on your ankle?

i've highsided before and one of my runners flew off. parts of my foot got slightly cut, but no biggy. picked up a pair of sidi vert 2's after that.

you're ankle can be hurt in any type of accident. if i were you, i'd go for the full boot that offers ankle protection.

[xPhuong]

Superslowss wtf 125cc? that's less than my friends dirtbike. I highsided in dirt but it still counts as riding. I've only lowsided on my streetbike when I was too fast in a corner twice. 125cc's LOL your hilarious.

[Jermyzy]

Just wondering, when you lowsided, did the bike fall on your ankle?

Yes, but the bike slid away from me almost immediately after impact. The metal fastener has some decent scrapes, but my ankle was completely fine.

[bcrdukes]

Superslowss wtf 125cc? that's less than my friends dirtbike. I highsided in dirt but it still counts as riding. I've only lowsided on my streetbike when I was too fast in a corner twice. 125cc's LOL your hilarious.

Ulic Qel Droma lowsided on a 49cc scooter so.....125cc is nothing. :p

[Gh0stRider]

frame sliders FTW!

[Mashimaro]

I just picked up a pair of Sidi Vortice from Aaron at Modern. His pricing was even better than the pricing on Ebay...but yes, deal with him, not his dad murray.

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/OG/2009_Sidi_Vortice_Boots.jpg

[tegz]

I just picked up a pair of Sidi Vortice from Aaron at Modern. His pricing was even better than the pricing on Ebay...but yes, deal with him, not his dad murray.

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/OG/2009_Sidi_Vortice_Boots.jpg

Those boots are so hawt. Do u mind if i ask how much he sold them for?

[Mashimaro]

Those boots are so hawt. Do u mind if i ask how much he sold them for?

lol, yah dood, i love these boots, takes a few mins to get in and out of them though....

i paid $500 OTD for these boots from Aaron @ Modern.

[tegz]

lol, yah dood, i love these boots, takes a few mins to get in and out of them though....

i paid $500 OTD for these boots from Aaron @ Modern.

Ahh the price to pay for the best boots around.

What u think about these? I really dont have the money to spend $500 currently on just boots....

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/OG/632915092767952954g17673.jpg

Do you know if modern has these sidi strada's in stock?

[tegz]

frame sliders FTW!

The bike im picking up today (gixxer600) has frame sliders installed, does that mean I should be less worried about damaging my ankle?

[bcrdukes]

Uhh...no. Frame sliders are to protect your fairings in the event you drop it but it doesn't mean it will 100% protect it from damaging your bike. :p

[SuperSlowSS]

Superslowss wtf 125cc? that's less than my friends dirtbike. I highsided in dirt but it still counts as riding. I've only lowsided on my streetbike when I was too fast in a corner twice. 125cc's LOL your hilarious.

I thought you highsided on the street.

But I have seen you ride. You should follow 125cc for a while. Not newbie..but someone experienced.


The bike im picking up today (gixxer600) has frame sliders installed, does that mean I should be less worried about damaging my ankle?

maybe if it has racing foot pegs.

[Mashimaro]

The bike im picking up today (gixxer600) has frame sliders installed, does that mean I should be less worried about damaging my ankle?

Frame sliders are meant to save your frame and not always the fairings :thumbsup:

Those boots would be great to get. Riding boots are better than any running shoe in a crash!

[xPhuong]

I thought you highsided on the street.

But I have seen you ride. You should follow 125cc for a while. Not newbie..but someone experienced.




maybe if it has racing foot pegs.

Sorry but that's not realistic at all. I have not met anyone experienced who rides on a 125cc. And can I ask who you are? I like to know who I'm getting advice from before I move on. Especially with trolls these days a pic of your bike would be good enough I dont need a pic of yourself.

And can I ask what your qualifications are on giving me advice?

[SuperSlowSS]

Acuracura! he is a good and safe 125cc rider. If you are lucky enough to meet him one day on a group ride. Follow him. Watch and learn. :) Really it can be any good safe rider that does the speed limit.

And you know..I didn't say forever. Just for a few rides. It really helps. All about building confidence.

oh who am I? well next time you see a ride for s2s... pace: expert. Come. :)

[bcrdukes]

Displacement of a bike does not equate to riding experience. There are a lot of complete fools on litre bikes who have little to no riding experience.

Oh, and there are TONNES of experienced riders out there, including 7 time champions who ride a 125cc. :)

[tegz]

Displacement of a bike doesn't not equate to riding experience. There are a lot of complete fools on litre bikes who have little to no riding experience.

Oh, and there are TONNES of experienced riders out there, including 7 time champions who ride a 125cc. :)

QFT. Today I found out that I wasn't a squid.... yet!

Went the speed limit -- sometimes below it... -- and tried to be well aware of my surroundings on my first ride (with a supervisor following me of course)

Needless to say that it was the best day of my life :D

Would you guys ever forget your first street ride on a bike?

Anyway here's a phone pic of my gixxer, hopefully I can get the hang of controlling it better soon enough!


http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs307.snc3/28986_687655580751_21013249_42506817_5130407_n.jpg

Pretty stock except for the fender eliminator kit, levers, chain, and the frame sliders.

Gonna take some hi-res pics of it by next weekend!

[xPhuong]

Acuracura! he is a good and safe 125cc rider. If you are lucky enough to meet him one day on a group ride. Follow him. Watch and learn. :) Really it can be any good safe rider that does the speed limit.

And you know..I didn't say forever. Just for a few rides. It really helps. All about building confidence.

oh who am I? well next time you see a ride for s2s... pace: expert. Come. :)

Sorry but I've been on the s2s and it doesn't take a professional to go fast on there. The highway is generally 3 lanes except for sometimes. And generally the twistie parts aren't very technical. There's a brief corner b4 the sign about squamish and some kind of museum I can say that takes finesse to actually turn at speed but the other ones aren't. And its crawling with cops too. Not trying to hate on you or anything lol. And I have no hate for 125cc's but like I've said I've never met anyone who's ridden a cbr125 that is well rehearsed.
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[Gh0stRider]

Tegz, nice pick on the gixxer. Too bad you couldn't make it to the meet. It was dominated by gixxers :)
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[bcrdukes]

tegz,

Come out to the next RS Coffee Meet! Nice choice on the bike. I am jealous. :D

[tegz]

Thanks, I will definately try to improve to the point where I won't embarass myself too much in the next 2 weeks!

[Mashimaro]

Thanks, I will definately try to improve to the point where I won't embarass myself too much in the next 2 weeks!

Just ride safe and ride within your skill level/comfort zone :)

nice bike you got there! looks to be in great shape as well! bring it out to the next RS Coffee meet. Would've been cool having another gixxer there :)
(i've got the orange/black 750 in the coffee meet pics page)

[bcrdukes]

^
Ditto.

Everybody was very well behaved and we're all old enough to know that horsing around on bikes isn't "cool." The ambulance was there last night so...if you had gotten hurt... :D

[Gh0stRider]

Although some punk on a scooter was reving their engine. Almost had to report him to the cops :p
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[SuperSlowSS]

Sorry but I've been on the s2s and it doesn't take a professional to go fast on there. The highway is generally 3 lanes except for sometimes. And generally the twistie parts aren't very technical. There's a brief corner b4 the sign about squamish and some kind of museum I can say that takes finesse to actually turn at speed but the other ones aren't. And its crawling with cops too. Not trying to hate on you or anything lol. And I have no hate for 125cc's but like I've said I've never met anyone who's ridden a cbr125 that is well rehearsed.
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lol you are a funny guy. Look, I know you are young and still in highschool.
So I am not going to tear you a new one. Besides I really just wish you to ride your bike as long as you can. And be safe on the road. If you go back and read what I actually wrote...you will see that I suggested you follow any good rider that does the speed limit. Slow first... speed will come. Anyways, wish you a good season and many more to come.

[stevo911_]

x2 for sidi.
But if youre on a budget, I bought a set of Nitro high cut boots, not ankle (since its the most important area to protect)
I'd stay away from the Nitro boots, I had a set and they fell apart after 2000 km of me riding with them, so I'd be skeptical if they'd actually hold together in a crash

If your just doing city thing get short cuts or even regular sneakers will do. Because in a city if a car hits u ur leg is gonna be crushed either way lol.
Sneakers are NOT substantial enough, I know 2 people know who've had their bike land on them and have the foopeg go through their shoe and into their foot (one a lowspeed off and another getting bumped over by a car in a parkinglot)
The non-racing model Sidi's are the best way to go IMO, very breatheable, comfortable, dont squeek when you walk, look relatively normal under street clothes and arent crazy expensive, while still providing you with good protection.
I even went offroading with my Sidi Vertebra's yesterday and they worked out OK ish (went on a ride and found a access road/walking path/donkey trail those of us on supermotards couldnt resist)

[tegz]

^
Ditto.

Everybody was very well behaved and we're all old enough to know that horsing around on bikes isn't "cool." The ambulance was there last night so...if you had gotten hurt... :D

Thanks, I'm trying to brain-wash that train-of-thought into my head as I ride all the time.

Today I dropped my bike, although the frame sliders protected the bike from any damage except a rock-chip sized scratch on my rear frame.

What happened was I forgot that I had my disk brake lock on after parking it on the street (So far I'm only used to taking it off when I leave home) and when I started up the bike and let go of the clutch with both feet on my pegs, my bike fell to its side while I was trying to pull away from the curb. :(

http://www.ronincycleparts.com/img/Motorcycle-disc-lock-MTDISC2.jpg
Something like this..

"It's not if you drop it, it's when you drop it."

Thank god no damage over $100 was done, but I'm still bummed out and kind of disappointed that I did this to my baby!!..

[bcrdukes]

Ouch!

But hey, it happens to the best of us. At least this wasn't while in traffic. That would have suck. Probably better to have gotten over it now than later, right?

Looks like you're starting off on the right path with a good attitude. I always tell myself that when you're on the road, there's nobody to impress other than yourself making sure you get home safe. :)

[Gh0stRider]

Thanks, I'm trying to brain-wash that train-of-thought into my head as I ride all the time.

Today I dropped my bike, although the frame sliders protected the bike from any damage except a rock-chip sized scratch on my rear frame.

What happened was I forgot that I had my disk brake lock on after parking it on the street (So far I'm only used to taking it off when I leave home) and when I started up the bike and let go of the clutch with both feet on my pegs, my bike fell to its side while I was trying to pull away from the curb. :(

http://www.ronincycleparts.com/img/Motorcycle-disc-lock-MTDISC2.jpg
Something like this..

"It's not if you drop it, it's when you drop it."

Thank god no damage over $100 was done, but I'm still bummed out and kind of disappointed that I did this to my baby!!..

you should get a disc brake reminder thing.

http://www.mammothsecurity.co.uk/images/LODCOIL.jpg

[tegz]

you should get a disc brake reminder thing.

http://www.mammothsecurity.co.uk/images/LODCOIL.jpg

Yeah, too bad I found out they exist after the small drop :(

Just got them along with an Arai Vector Samurai helmet in white, and some Sidi B2 boots and Infinit leather jacket.

Aaron at Modern saved me a good $500 from the prices at the store.. WOW!

Thanks for all the suggestions for me to go to Modern everyone!

[Jermyzy]

Nice bike! Don't worry about dropping it. I dropped my SV when I forgot to put down the sidestand (was too excited playing motorcycle tag :p ). Nice choice on the boots, I have the B2 boots as well, I managed to get them on closeout for $150.

[bcrdukes]

Bump.

In the market for some boots.

What's hot and what's not these days? Had a pair of Nitro's and boy, do they suck.

Mashimaro - How are you Vortice's? Might stop by Modern this week. Murray's been good to me. :D

[CharlieH]

Bump.

In the market for some boots.

What's hot and what's not these days? Had a pair of Nitro's and boy, do they suck.

Mashimaro - How are you Vortice's? Might stop by Modern this week. Murray's been good to me. :D

i thought about getting the vortice's but they're a huge pain in the ass to put on/take off. instead i got the vertigo air's and they've been pretty good to me so far.

[bcrdukes]

Thanks Charlie!

The Vertigo Air's are on sale for $300 right now. Any pros and cons worthy of mentioning? They were actually my first choice. :)

[taylor192]

I love my A*s SMX boots. $250 for the waterproof versions, or $220 otherwise.

Sidi fits narrow, A*s fit wide, so A*s for me.

[CharlieH]

^

exactly. sidis do fit a little narrow. but i have small asian feet so they're perfect for me LOL.

i have no complaints about the vertigo airs whatsoever. the ventilation is great and they're very comfortable to ride and walk in. i had a car cut into my lane and squish my foot between my bike and the car once. my foot probably would have been crushed had it not been for the boots. walked away with some bruising and that was it. never leave the house without them on now lol.

check sportbiketrackgear's close out sales. i remember they had a huge sale on remaining a-stars supertech boots for around $150. might be all gone now though. good luck :D

[Mashimaro]

Bump.

In the market for some boots.

What's hot and what's not these days? Had a pair of Nitro's and boy, do they suck.

Mashimaro - How are you Vortice's? Might stop by Modern this week. Murray's been good to me. :D

bcrdukes - check your PM bud :)

i love the Vortice, but as someone mentioned, they take a min or 2 longer to put on due to the 3 rachet mechanisms.

[Jermyzy]

^The new version of the Sidis are supposed to be easier to put on

[Mashimaro]

^The new version of the Sidis are supposed to be easier to put on

My Vortice's are obsolete already?! dammit! lol!

[parm104]

I've owned several pairs of boots over the last year or so.

Started off with the Puma 1000 v2 boot. Although it offered the most protection, I felt that it was more of a full on racing boot. Of course the most protection is the best but everyone should make their own judgement on how much comfort they are willing to give up for protection.

I then went for the Alpinestars SMX Plus boot and it was definitely more comfortable than the Puma boot but still a little too much for my causal riding.

My newest boot is the cheapest yet the best I've had so far. It's the TCX X-Square. For a price tag of $99.99 free shipping (RevZilla) I was able to get them to my door within a few days of ordering them. Right away I could feel that these were A LOT more comfortable than all my other boots and they still have substantial protection.

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs1391.snc4/164369_178114422224116_100000766772156_344455_4775 533_n.jpg

Google for more images...

[BillyBishop]

(noob here looking for my first pair of boots)

Just by looking at the pictures, I can see what you mean when you say the Pumas and the SMX boots are like full-on racing boots.
But seeing your latest boots, they just look like everyday hightops with extra padding ..? Quite a few boots are designed like this, so I don't doubt the design, but it just strikes me as peculiar.

Once I get my skepticism sorted out, I think I'll be getting a pair of those. (Looking at the Puma Testastretta II also)

[Gh0stRider]

SIDI Vertigo Air are awesome boots, but really suck when it rains due to the perforation holes.

[parm104]

(noob here looking for my first pair of boots)

Just by looking at the pictures, I can see what you mean when you say the Pumas and the SMX boots are like full-on racing boots.
But seeing your latest boots, they just look like everyday hightops with extra padding ..? Quite a few boots are designed like this, so I don't doubt the design, but it just strikes me as peculiar.

Once I get my skepticism sorted out, I think I'll be getting a pair of those. (Looking at the Puma Testastretta II also)

I totally see where you're coming from, I had the same skepticism when I was looking into these. Of course, at the end of the day, I won't buy/use something that I feel isn't adequate protection for the price I pay. That being said, it does offer substantially more protection than a basketball shoe or high top shoe.

- The toe and heal are both reinforced and feeling them I can tell right away that they are going to provide protection.

- Two high-density ankle protectors.http://www.revscene.net/forums/newreply.php?do=newreply&p=7400819RevZilla Review (http://youtu.be/oCT_Vlo3AfE)
- Abrasion resistant sole.

When I wear this shoe, I definitely feel a lot more solid on the ground. Similar to the feeling I had when I was wearing a full boot, the sole is strong and sturdy.

If you want something with a little more protection, for another $100, I think the Alpinestars SMX-5 would be the best boot to go for. It's obviously larger than this TCX shoe but it's not as obtrusive as the space-boot Pumas or SMX-Plus.

As for the Vertigo Airs, I agree with Ghost Rider, they're a phenomenal boot. Obviously Italian-made boot is going to be high quality and this boot provides adequate protection similar to that of the SMX-5. If you're worried about rain, you could also purchase the all-weather gortex version of the Vertigo Air.

[BillyBishop]

I'm looking for something that can be worn off the bike just as easily as on. I'm going to go try some boots on tomorrow hopefully; I've looked at enough pictures.
I get off work around 3pm tomorrow in Richmond... local shops I've considered are Carter Motorsports and Modern Motorcycling. Richmond Motorsports doesn't seem to have boots? I'm going to call them all tomorrow.


Judging based on looks, again, I'm apprehensive to get something like the SMX-5 for fear that it would feel something like wearing ski boots when walking around. Definitely not comfortable.


I'll admit: I'm a Puma fan-boy. I'm really drawn to the Flat v2.. (silver with black looks awesome).. but that means shelling out another $100 over the cost of your TCX boots; just for the looks, probably. I hope local shops have Pumas I can try on, otherwise I think I'll order off of RevZilla and return them if I don't like them.

I've been reading/watching vids on RevZilla a lot lately and they're convincing me that these boots are, in fact, safe haha. I won't know myself until I wear them though.

[truth]

correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe richmond motorsports is closed now.

[CharlieH]

^

about a month ago a bunch of repomen came and took all their bikes. i think they've reopened since then though.

[parm104]

No they've officially closed down. They liquidated all their remaining assets over the last month at dirt cheap prices and sold what was leftover to local dealers. AVOID Richmond Motorsport in my opinion. Had a friend who bought 2 Ducatti's from them less than a year ago and was promised 2 free servicing including oil changes. At $28,000 a bike, an incentive like free servicing for 2 years is definitely icing on the cake. He's now shit out of luck.

I'm sure this has been discussed several times before but my favorite store is Imperial Motorcycle in Burnaby. Excellent service, great prices, great in-store selection.

Second on the list would be Bayside Performance. Their store has competitive pricing but is primarily online based which is a pro and con. You get to see most of their inventory from the comfort of your home but if you're someone who likes to visually see things before buying, then in-store won't have too many options for you @ Bayside.

We should get one of these Motorcycle Stores to be a sponsor here on Rev.

[CharlieH]

^

i went to imperial for an oil change once, and they screwed up installing the oil filter and it blew out while i was leaving the lot lol. but im sure that was just a one time mistake.

[BillyBishop]

Went to Bayside today... they had nearly nothing in stock for boots. The guy said that my best bet is it order online from a site that offers a good return/exchange policy. (Especially because local shops may not have a large selection of my size [13].) Going to check out Imperial later, though.

[parm104]

Went to Bayside today... they had nearly nothing in stock for boots. The guy said that my best bet is it order online from a site that offers a good return/exchange policy. (Especially because local shops may not have a large selection of my size [13].) Going to check out Imperial later, though.

Basically, exactly what I told you lol.:D

[BillyBishop]

Basically, exactly what I told you lol.:D

Haha yup thanks!

Went to Imperial finally. I'm going to get the SMX-5's. Last thing to decide is whether to go for the waterproof ones or not. I'm not too keen on riding in the rain, but it's bound to happen someday, right?

Decided to try on helmets while I was there anyways... the Shoei RF-1100 was my favourite of all I tried on. $460+tax for it. The HJC CL-16 ($130+tax) was second place for me, but by a long shot.

[parm104]

Haha yup thanks!

Went to Imperial finally. I'm going to get the SMX-5's. Last thing to decide is whether to go for the waterproof ones or not. I'm not too keen on riding in the rain, but it's bound to happen someday, right?

Decided to try on helmets while I was there anyways... the Shoei RF-1100 was my favourite of all I tried on. $460+tax for it. The HJC CL-16 ($130+tax) was second place for me, but by a long shot.

Yup, I have the RF-1100 as well, in a Diabloic 2 color scheme. Love the helmet, no complaints.

[k3lv]

I have the TCX xsquare boots that parm has and I love them. Comfortable and not too crammy. The padding is limited, obviously won't compare to any SMX model from A* or sidi's but its good for what it is priced at. The top of the boot ends just above the ankle on me.

[bcrdukes]

Old thread but figured I'd bump it anyway.

ExtremeSupply.com still has the Sidi Vertigo Air's on sale for $255 USD. Shipping is free within the US. Beware though - they're on closeout which means no returns.

Just ordered a pair. :)

[CharlieH]

good price. shit was $360 when i bought it back in 09

[bcrdukes]

Hahaha I understand they're a discontinued model but even when they're a 3 year old boot, seems like they hold their retail value well. Are you still using the Vertigo Air's or did you move on to something else?

Got the jacket, boots, gloves, insurance - can't wait for the season to start! :)

[CharlieH]

Hahaha I understand they're a discontinued model but even when they're a 3 year old boot, seems like they hold their retail value well. Are you still using the Vertigo Air's or did you move on to something else?

Got the jacket, boots, gloves, insurance - can't wait for the season to start! :)


still wearing the vertigo. i tried on a pair of dainese torque pros over the summer and the fit was amazing. felt like i was slipping into a pair of boots that were molded specifically for my feet. didn't have enough room in my luggage to bring them back though. in any case, the vertigos have been very good to me. saved my foot from getting crushed between a car and my bike once :pokerface:

[bcrdukes]

Got my boots today!

Pretty nice! Love the Tecno VR system! :)

[rk604]

pics or lies...i still need a new set..im not liking my smx 4 alpinestars

[bcrdukes]

LOL well, they're the same as the ones listed on the website. :p

Edit: And by nice, I mean in comparison to my Nitro Air boots I bought off 68style who bought them from Modern. :D

[BillyBishop]

I'm looking to pick up riding shoes before I get riding this season so I don't need to put on my SMX-5's when kicking around town, going somewhere quick, etc.

I've narrowed it down to the TCX X-Square and the A* Fastlane after taking everything into consideration. Parm and K3lv, seems like you guys really like yours, that's why I'm considering the TCX.
Does anybody have the Fastlanes?
Reviews on different websites say the TCX gets sort of cold at lower temperatures around 10 C, which isn't going to be uncommon here in Vancouver lol