boots

tinng321 · June 30th, 2010, 08:49 AM

I'm looking for riding boots.
Which would you pick between these 2?

Sidi Blade riding boots or Alpinestars S-mx 2?

Thanks,
Tin

2009_Alpinestars_S-MX_2_Boot.jpeg

2009_Sidi_Blade_Riding_Shoes_Black.jpeg

want1sobad · June 30th, 2010, 08:59 AM

can't go wrong either way, pretty much the same shoe from two high-quality brands. smx2's are a little more affordable - take your pick

tinng321 · June 30th, 2010, 09:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by want1sobad

can't go wrong either way, pretty much the same shoe from two high-quality brands. smx2's are a little more affordable - take your pick

I've heard that the smx2's don't hold up to their shape after a few ride.

want1sobad · June 30th, 2010, 12:32 PM

no first hand experience with either boot myself......

kkim · June 30th, 2010, 12:34 PM

neither

want1sobad · June 30th, 2010, 12:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kkim

neither

ah kelly, the guy wants a short boot - cut him some slack

kkim · June 30th, 2010, 12:43 PM

well... he asked.

alex.s · July 2nd, 2010, 03:36 PM

get a pair of smx5s instead! full boot... great quality... comfy... can't go wrong. and if you crash with them you won't break your ankle like you would with those loafers you posted.

ScorpionNinja · July 2nd, 2010, 04:14 PM

Sandels or Meijer Neon Green Flip-flops are the way to go!

addy126 · July 6th, 2010, 06:30 AM

Actually these 2 choices look a little "peter pan" so to speak.

Flashmonkey · July 6th, 2010, 08:02 AM

LOL they do look a little peter-panish.....

But which one's waterproof? If neither, then go with the cheaper of the two!

kyl18b · July 6th, 2010, 08:43 AM

I would pick the sidi... but only because I'm lazy and prefer only velcro/zipper as compared to roller blade-style buckles lol

kyl18b · July 6th, 2010, 08:50 AM

I ended up getting these: http://www.newenough.com/street/boot...cle_boots.html

and I love them... probably higher than what you would want to get, but still very comfortable, less expensive, and if you get them shipped to a local dealer, you will most likely get them cheaper than online where you will be paying retail + shipping. (EX: would've cost me around 180 if I bought them online, got them for 120 at the dealers after a 2 day wait)

Scott1620 · July 6th, 2010, 09:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tinng321

I'm looking for riding boots.
Which would you pick between these 2?

Sidi Blade riding boots or Alpinestars S-mx 2?

I have the S-mx 2 and am pretty happy with them, have had them for about 3 months. The only thing about them is that you need to watch out for the sizing. I ended up with a 42 Euro size (says its equivalent to 8 U.S.) when I am usually a 9.5 in U.S. sizes, so they run big. I wear these with the icon knee/shin armor and they make a pretty good combination IMO. I don't have experience with the other boots...

00NissanNinja · July 16th, 2010, 11:17 AM

^Are those smx-2 lasting well? i have the alpinestars one-o-one boots (kinda where my only choice since I didn't want to order things online but I'll just do that now) and they are getting worn from me shifting which is kinda lame for something specifically designed for motorcycling. I also have the icon knee and shin guards and they are pretty good

Scott1620 · July 19th, 2010, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 00NissanNinja

^Are those smx-2 lasting well?

Yeah, I have a few thousand miles on them and have had no issues. Haven't been out much lately because its been so damn hot out though...

00NissanNinja · July 20th, 2010, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Scott1620

Yeah, I have a few thousand miles on them and have had no issues. Haven't been out much lately because its been so damn hot out though...

Thanks might have to get me a pair eventually

June 30th, 2010, 08:49 AM	#1
tinng321 ninjette.org sage Name: Tin Location: NJ Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 black 250r (sold); '09 black zx6r Posts: 903	boots I'm looking for riding boots. Which would you pick between these 2? Sidi Blade riding boots or Alpinestars S-mx 2? Thanks, Tin 2009_Alpinestars_S-MX_2_Boot.jpeg 2009_Sidi_Blade_Riding_Shoes_Black.jpeg

July 2nd, 2010, 03:36 PM	#8
alex.s wat Name: wat Location: tustin/long beach Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): wat Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '12, Feb '14	get a pair of smx5s instead! full boot... great quality... comfy... can't go wrong. and if you crash with them you won't break your ankle like you would with those loafers you posted. __________________________________________________

July 16th, 2010, 11:17 AM	#15
00NissanNinja I hate driving... Name: S Location: SW Ohio Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): 13 Triumph Street Triple R, 09 Ninja 250r (Sold 4/20/12) Posts: A lot.	^Are those smx-2 lasting well? i have the alpinestars one-o-one boots (kinda where my only choice since I didn't want to order things online but I'll just do that now) and they are getting worn from me shifting which is kinda lame for something specifically designed for motorcycling. I also have the icon knee and shin guards and they are pretty good __________________________________________________ 09 ninja 2fiddy SE Driving slow things fast

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June 30th, 2010, 08:59 AM	#2
want1sobad Ninjette CPT Name: Vince Location: jacksonville, fl Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Black 08 250r Posts: A lot.	can't go wrong either way, pretty much the same shoe from two high-quality brands. smx2's are a little more affordable - take your pick

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want1sobad Ninjette CPT Name: Vince Location: jacksonville, fl Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Black 08 250r Posts: A lot.	no first hand experience with either boot myself......

June 30th, 2010, 12:34 PM	#5
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	neither

June 30th, 2010, 12:43 PM	#7
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	well... he asked.

July 2nd, 2010, 04:14 PM	#9
ScorpionNinja ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Dave Location: Michigan Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 650RTE & 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R (SOLD) Posts: A lot.	Sandels or Meijer Neon Green Flip-flops are the way to go!

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July 6th, 2010, 08:02 AM	#11
Flashmonkey Professional belly dancer Name: James Location: Toronto Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 1992 GSX-R 750 Posts: A lot.	LOL they do look a little peter-panish..... But which one's waterproof? If neither, then go with the cheaper of the two!

July 6th, 2010, 08:43 AM	#12
kyl18b ninjette.org member Name: Kyle Location: Binghamton, NY Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2005 Ninja EX250-F Posts: 96	I would pick the sidi... but only because I'm lazy and prefer only velcro/zipper as compared to roller blade-style buckles lol

July 6th, 2010, 08:50 AM	#13
kyl18b ninjette.org member Name: Kyle Location: Binghamton, NY Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2005 Ninja EX250-F Posts: 96	I ended up getting these: http://www.newenough.com/street/boot...cle_boots.html and I love them... probably higher than what you would want to get, but still very comfortable, less expensive, and if you get them shipped to a local dealer, you will most likely get them cheaper than online where you will be paying retail + shipping. (EX: would've cost me around 180 if I bought them online, got them for 120 at the dealers after a 2 day wait)