Alternative to bike boots

[kevingrahambutler]

I have rode bike for a long time going though different boots trying to find the perfect pair, when I started touring it became impossible as I was paying ridiculous amounts on boots that was ok on the bike but when it came to getting off the bike and walk round it ment carrying a second pair of shoes, I had a cheap pair of walking boots that I used to walk the dogs I used these one day I was surprised how good they were, I went to Ireland a few years age so I decided to wear them they were really comfy on and off the bike, on the way back it rained cats and dogs the water ended up getting into my waterproofs so buy the time I got home I was cold and wet but my feet were dry and warm and that was a cheap pair of walking boots(£12), now I tour with a pair Solomon walking boots goretex(£98) they are great in any weather, now I don't need to carry two pairs, also with the walking boots sole is about inch and a halve high so I can put both feet on the ground on my gs as I'm only 5.6 with a low seat,

 

[ymfb]

I had a pair of Hein Geircke ankle boots, they were great for riding and walking.

 

[D6]

magnums, come in various styles a lot waterproof and light,,

savin that, any boots and sealskinz socks

 

[Loiq]

nice pair of wellies...

this babies would even get approval from the Hi-viz crowed...

 

[Wreford Miles]

I suppose it comes down to the kind of protection you want... For a weekend in walking Snowden in rode up wearing my Brashers, they whe great,

 

[Phil-H]

After a dreadful (but comfy) pair of Altbergs, I appreciate a pair of boots that are day long comfy on & off the bike.
It's work boots for me next time round they're cheap, comfy, waterproof, safe with long life grippy soles up:

Phil
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[CuzGS]

Cue someone blathering on about protection....................

On mega long solo trips I often wear Gore Tex Danners, comfy, dry and not too bad with jeans on at night walking around.

 

[Backmarker]

After a dreadful (but comfy) pair of Altbergs, I appreciate a pair of boots that are day long comfy on & off the bike.
It's work boots for me next time round they're cheap, comfy, waterproof, safe with long life grippy soles up:

Phil
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'Dreadful Altbergs'??? In what way were they dreadful if they were comfy?

 

[Phil-H]

'Dreadful Altbergs'??? In what way were they dreadful if they were comfy?

Stiff stubborn when new (told them I wanted comfy walking boots) cue a full rebuild when new with more supple mid sole.
They came back with empty stitching holes & loose threads all over.
Over the years I have been back numerous times due to the ski hooks pulling away - of course it was my fault for over tightening the laces & not Altberg for inserting the rivets to the point of almost pulling through the ski hooks........
Lots of the stitching is now coming away & hanging out, the leather is splitting on one boot despite regular leder gris.
The soles don't grip well but wear quickly.
Couple that with rude unhelpful staff, who seem to think that every issue "is the customers' fault"

Do you want me to go on......

Over priced tat.
Never, ever again.

Phil

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[CuzGS]

Blimey, I had a pair custom made paid for by HM as I have one leg shorter than the other, theyre brilliant and the staff were amazing, re soled for free, 8 years old and still going strong. Im genuinely surprised at your dismay, shame as I believe their name is usually highly thought of, certainly amongst MOD types

 

[2 wheel humvee]

Cue someone blathering on about protection....................

On mega long solo trips I often wear Gore Tex Danners, comfy, dry and not too bad with jeans on at night walking around.

Ask Franco what boots he wears now

http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=271836

 

[Phil-H]

Blimey, I had a pair custom made paid for by HM as I have one leg shorter than the other, theyre brilliant and the staff were amazing, re soled for free, 8 years old and still going strong. Im genuinely surprised at your dismay, shame as I believe their name is usually highly thought of, certainly amongst MOD types

Speak as you find I guess.
Part of the reasonthat I went for the Altbergs was because of the positive feedback from other owners. Despite not being given decent help/service prior to purchase, I persevered. Shouldn't have bothered!

Phil

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[Steptoe]

I wear timberland earthkeepers.

 

[CuzGS]

Ask Franco what boots he wears now

http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=271836

Yep, I accept the risk as a balance between protection and comfort

 

[original_concept]

http://www.getgeared.co.uk/alpinestars-riding-boots-cr-4-gore-tex-wp-blk?sc=58&category=-158

 

[kevingrahambutler]

I looked at the boots from ALPINESTARS Riding Boots Who's to say they protect you any better than my goretex walking boots as my boots have by far more grip on any surface than any motorbike boot as the ankle protection are second to none, with a top of the rage walking shoe costs less than £100 alpinestars cost £150. Is that because its a bike boot. Just cos I own a BMW gs the accessories are very expensive but if you shop around you can use alternative items, ok they will not have the brand on but do the same job,
Most bikers that I no don't have unlimited funds to spend on there bike, but find that because others have they need to point that out....?.???

 

[original_concept]

feck me. Get a grip!

Do your own research then...

 

[kevingrahambutler]

Class that m8

 

[STUBBS]

magnum boots or army high leg boots

 

[pedro]

I looked at the boots from ALPINESTARS Riding Boots Who's to say they protect you any better than my goretex walking boots as my boots have by far more grip on any surface than any motorbike boot as the ankle protection are second to none, with a top of the rage walking shoe costs less than £100 alpinestars cost £150. Is that because its a bike boot. Just cos I own a BMW gs the accessories are very expensive but if you shop around you can use alternative items, ok they will not have the brand on but do the same job,
Most bikers that I no don't have unlimited funds to spend on there bike, but find that because others have they need to point that out....?.???

Is there really a need to tear a strip off someone for offering an alternative ? You post on a forum, you should expect alternative views and discussion.