Riding Boots for Petite Ladies

Minikin_Jo · March 28th, 2013, 11:25 AM

The new trend in ladies shoes are 'hidden wedges' that are INSIDE a shoe or boot to give a long-legged look.

Imagine my happy surprise to see that Joe Rocket has decided to do this to their riding boot. This looks so much more secure than a pair of heeled boots (and safer!) I especially like how these are designed with the extra reinforcements needed in a riding boot.

If anyone on Ninjette happens to give them a shot, please share what you think of them.

http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/j...and_answer_tab

I saw this first-person review here on another forum:
http://www.twowheelfemales.com/forum...ead.php?t=8854

Alex · March 28th, 2013, 11:30 AM

The Daytona LadyStars have been doing this for awhile, but the Joe Rocket version is certainly a bit more economical.

Minikin_Jo · March 28th, 2013, 11:32 AM

Wow, I've never seen those Daytona's before. But man, they are pretty expensive!

Alex · March 28th, 2013, 11:35 AM

My wife really likes them, they made her quite a bit more comfortable at a stop without having to then lower any of the bikes she has owned over the years.

hirubhaiambani · March 28th, 2013, 09:44 PM

Should make such boots for shorter men as well.

Minikin_Jo · April 8th, 2013, 12:48 PM

I purchased these boots a couple of weeks ago. I was SO happy that the store had them in stock!

These boots only come in whole sizes. I am usually a true 6.5 and usually in whole sizes I take a 7. The 7s were too loose, and the 6s fit just right with a little toe wiggle room.

I don't even feel like I am wearing heels. They are very comfortable to walk in. The soles are very 'grippy.' I tried these on their waxed, slippery, shiny, showroom floor and tried to spin with one foot on the floor and the boot didn't budge.

The ankles are pretty stiff, but I only notice it when I have to walk down stairs.

Even though my Ninja 300 is lowered 2", and the boots give me an extra 2.5" - as you can see from the photo I still cannot 'flat foot' if I put both feet down on the ground. (I can flat foot if I have one foot on the brake and one foot down.)

I had to adjust the shifter a tad so I could fit my toe under it. Shifting up is no problem though.

ally99 · April 8th, 2013, 02:47 PM

Those are hot! Do they zip too or just buckle?

Darling Ninja · April 9th, 2013, 11:27 AM

Thanks for posting! I'm looking for new boots, and I'm short so these seem perfect for me.

Darling Ninja · April 9th, 2013, 11:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Minikin_Jo

Even though my Ninja 300 is lowered 2", and the boots give me an extra 2.5" - as you can see from the photo I still cannot 'flat foot' if I put both feet down on the ground. (I can flat foot if I have one foot on the brake and one foot down.)

How tall are you? I'm curious, because you wrote that your Ninja 300 is already lowered 2" and the boots give you an extra 2.5", but you still cannot 'flat foot'!

BTW - I'm 5'2", but I'm okay riding a bike as long as the balls of my feet touch the ground. I think with the added height, I'll be even more comfortable!

eddyble · April 10th, 2013, 04:04 AM

I have no idea why i read all of this... concerning ladies footwear

I will admit that i thoroughly enjoyed it

No regrets

psych0hans · April 10th, 2013, 04:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eddyble

I have no idea why i read all of this... concerning ladies footwear

I will admit that i thoroughly enjoyed it

No regrets

Coz you're a wanker and you have nothing better to do...

I kid... I kid...

Minikin_Jo · April 10th, 2013, 08:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ally99

Those are hot! Do they zip too or just buckle?

They zip all the way up on the side. I do believe the buckle at the ankle is simply for decoration and serves no other purpose. At the top, there is velcro that goes over the end of the zipper and holds it down flat & hidden.

For some reason, on my right boot, if I'm not careful, the velcro is exactly at the same height as the peg when I put my right foot down. Occasionally, the peg end will catch will 'rip' open the velcro. Pretty annoying sometimes.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darling Ninja

How tall are you? I'm curious, because you wrote that your Ninja 300 is already lowered 2" and the boots give you an extra 2.5", but you still cannot 'flat foot'!

I am 5'1! I had my 250 also lowered 2" and I also didn't flat foot on it.

I can flat foot if I have one foot on the ground and the other on the brake, but not with both feet down.

Darling Ninja · April 10th, 2013, 02:28 PM

^^Cool!

I ordered the boots. UPS tracker says they'll be here tomorrow; I will let you know what I think after extended use.

I currently own the Icon Hella boots, they have a wedge heel that I think provides a 3" lift, so I'll see how the Joe Rocket compares.

Darling Ninja · April 11th, 2013, 10:35 AM

I got the boots today, unfortunately, I'll have to return them. I have really skinny legs/calves and the boots are really loose in that area, as you can see from the pictures. I have my Icon Hella boot on the right and the Joe Rocket Heartbreaker on the left.

Yakaru · April 11th, 2013, 10:50 AM

Definitely like the idea, but I've heard some negative comments about Joe Rocket's quality from some friends... Maybe I can at least find them in a local shop sometime and give them a try on!

Momaru · April 11th, 2013, 10:56 AM

Just my

but looks like the Heartbreakers are designed to be worn over track leather pants. A little odd for that cut of boot but wouldn't be the first set I've seen do that

Darling Ninja · April 11th, 2013, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Momaru

Just my

but looks like the Heartbreakers are designed to be worn over track leather pants. A little odd for that cut of boot but wouldn't be the first set I've seen do that

Yeah, my intent was to wear these while commuting on the street. For the track, I had the Alpinestars S-MX 5.

Minikin_Jo · August 8th, 2013, 01:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Momaru

Just my

but looks like the Heartbreakers are designed to be worn over track leather pants. A little odd for that cut of boot but wouldn't be the first set I've seen do that

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darling Ninja

Yeah, my intent was to wear these while commuting on the street. For the track, I had the Alpinestars S-MX 5.

Sorry for the late response, as I have been MIA from the forum for a few months.

Yes, the boots are a little wide for me at the top as well. When I ride, I wear leggings, then I put on knee high socks over my leggings (so yeah, the socks stick out above the boots a little) and then I wear my overpants over all of it. I've adjusted the velcro at the top of the boot as far as it would go.

Probably hard to see but I'm in leggings, knee-high socks and my boots in this pic below. I wore my overpants to ride in but I take them off when I get to my destination and it's hot out.

And I do love the Hella boots. I would get them to ride in just occasionally, but I can't find them anymore.

Minikin_Jo · August 8th, 2013, 01:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yakaru

Definitely like the idea, but I've heard some negative comments about Joe Rocket's quality from some friends... Maybe I can at least find them in a local shop sometime and give them a try on!

I personally like Joe Rocket. My husband had a Joe Rocket jacket he wore for 4 years before the zipper finally broke. However, he's never wrecked on a bike *knock on wood* to find out how it holds up in a wreck. But he did recently buy a new Joe Rocket jacket since the last one held up so well and I do like the quality of them. I like the quality of these boots. The ankle is stiff, but walking in them, is like wearing a very comfortable shoe.

Panda · August 8th, 2013, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Minikin_Jo

I personally like Joe Rocket. My husband had a Joe Rocket jacket he wore for 4 years before the zipper finally broke. However, he's never wrecked on a bike *knock on wood* to find out how it holds up in a wreck. But he did recently buy a new Joe Rocket jacket since the last one held up so well and I do like the quality of them. I like the quality of these boots. The ankle is stiff, but walking in them, is like wearing a very comfortable shoe.

Are you all healed up now?

iplante · August 8th, 2013, 05:16 PM

DO NOT LIKE.

The heel wedge on the inside makes the outside look super stiff like ergonomic shoes.

I'll stick with my Stella boots.

Minikin_Jo · August 8th, 2013, 08:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Panda

Are you all healed up now?

Yes, I am. Thank you for asking.

Quote:

Originally Posted by iplante

DO NOT LIKE.

The heel wedge on the inside makes the outside look super stiff like ergonomic shoes.

I'll stick with my Stella boots.

Wow, thanks for sharing your opinion because I totally care.

iplante · August 9th, 2013, 02:25 PM

My pleasure

deeno415 · August 9th, 2013, 02:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eddyble

I have no idea why i read all of this... concerning ladies footwear

I will admit that i thoroughly enjoyed it

No regrets

Just like @eddyble , I'm not sure why I even read this whole thread... LoL!

I will however say... that I've always thought women that rode motorcycles were a huge turn on for me, as well as women who wore knee-high boots! So all of this, LADIES... equal a whole lotta SEXY!

Lookin' good ladies! Glad there are companies out there thinkin' about ya'll...

JonR · August 10th, 2013, 05:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Minikin_Jo

I can flat foot if I have one foot on the ground and the other on the brake, but not with both feet down.

Eh, it's the same thing for me. I'm 5'6" on a stock 09. I thought it might be a hindrance when I first started riding but it's really not a big deal.

Minikin_Jo · May 5th, 2014, 01:22 PM

Bump

Boots are now for sale in the Gear-related For Sale area.

Though I like these boots, I got another pair of boots and noticed I tend to go to the other pair instead of these, so I haven't worn them since.

-Jo

March 28th, 2013, 11:25 AM	#1
Minikin_Jo ninjette.org sage Name: Jo Location: Howard County, MD Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 Posts: 528	Riding Boots for Petite Ladies The new trend in ladies shoes are 'hidden wedges' that are INSIDE a shoe or boot to give a long-legged look. Imagine my happy surprise to see that Joe Rocket has decided to do this to their riding boot. This looks so much more secure than a pair of heeled boots (and safer!) I especially like how these are designed with the extra reinforcements needed in a riding boot. If anyone on Ninjette happens to give them a shot, please share what you think of them. http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/j...and_answer_tab I saw this first-person review here on another forum: http://www.twowheelfemales.com/forum...ead.php?t=8854 __________________________________________________ I'm not short, I'm concentrated AWESOME!

March 28th, 2013, 11:30 AM	#2
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	The Daytona LadyStars have been doing this for awhile, but the Joe Rocket version is certainly a bit more economical. __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

March 28th, 2013, 11:32 AM	#3
Minikin_Jo ninjette.org sage Name: Jo Location: Howard County, MD Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 Posts: 528	Wow, I've never seen those Daytona's before. But man, they are pretty expensive! __________________________________________________ I'm not short, I'm concentrated AWESOME!

March 28th, 2013, 11:35 AM	#4
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	My wife really likes them, they made her quite a bit more comfortable at a stop without having to then lower any of the bikes she has owned over the years. __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

April 8th, 2013, 12:48 PM	#6
Minikin_Jo ninjette.org sage Name: Jo Location: Howard County, MD Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 Posts: 528	My Review I purchased these boots a couple of weeks ago. I was SO happy that the store had them in stock! These boots only come in whole sizes. I am usually a true 6.5 and usually in whole sizes I take a 7. The 7s were too loose, and the 6s fit just right with a little toe wiggle room. I don't even feel like I am wearing heels. They are very comfortable to walk in. The soles are very 'grippy.' I tried these on their waxed, slippery, shiny, showroom floor and tried to spin with one foot on the floor and the boot didn't budge. The ankles are pretty stiff, but I only notice it when I have to walk down stairs. Even though my Ninja 300 is lowered 2", and the boots give me an extra 2.5" - as you can see from the photo I still cannot 'flat foot' if I put both feet down on the ground. (I can flat foot if I have one foot on the brake and one foot down.) I had to adjust the shifter a tad so I could fit my toe under it. Shifting up is no problem though. __________________________________________________ I'm not short, I'm concentrated AWESOME!
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March 28th, 2013, 09:44 PM	#5
hirubhaiambani Ninjette Fanboy Name: HB Location: Missouri Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja250 Posts: 307	Should make such boots for shorter men as well.

April 8th, 2013, 02:47 PM	#7
ally99 Ninja chick Name: Allyson Location: Athens, GA Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 4 MOTM - Dec '13, Feb '15	Those are hot! Do they zip too or just buckle? __________________________________________________ Sometimes it's the journey that teaches you a lot about your destination. ~Drake Check out my Appalachian Trail journal, 2015! Postwhores are COOL! ~Allyson

April 9th, 2013, 11:27 AM	#8
Darling Ninja ninjette.org guru Name: Annette Location: Los Angeles Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 ABS Posts: 270	Thanks for posting! I'm looking for new boots, and I'm short so these seem perfect for me. __________________________________________________ "You start with a bag full of luck and an empty bag of experience. The trick is to fill the bag of experience before you empty the bag of luck."

April 10th, 2013, 04:04 AM	#10
eddyble ninjette.org member Name: Edward Location: Sydney Join Date: Oct 2011 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250 Posts: 34	I have no idea why i read all of this... concerning ladies footwear I will admit that i thoroughly enjoyed it No regrets
	1 out of 1 members found this post helpful.

April 10th, 2013, 02:28 PM	#13
Darling Ninja ninjette.org guru Name: Annette Location: Los Angeles Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 ABS Posts: 270	^^Cool! I ordered the boots. UPS tracker says they'll be here tomorrow; I will let you know what I think after extended use. I currently own the Icon Hella boots, they have a wedge heel that I think provides a 3" lift, so I'll see how the Joe Rocket compares. __________________________________________________ "You start with a bag full of luck and an empty bag of experience. The trick is to fill the bag of experience before you empty the bag of luck."

April 11th, 2013, 10:50 AM	#15
Yakaru The Violet Vixen Name: Yakaru Location: Issaquah, WA & Las Vegas, NV Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): Perigee (250), Hotaru (250), Saturn (300), Pearl (300), Zero (S1000RR), Chibi (Z125), Xellos ('18 HP4R) Posts: A lot. MOTM - Jun '16	Definitely like the idea, but I've heard some negative comments about Joe Rocket's quality from some friends... Maybe I can at least find them in a local shop sometime and give them a try on!

April 11th, 2013, 10:56 AM	#16
Momaru ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Paul Location: Roanoke, VA Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Candy Plasma Blue 250R Posts: A lot.	Just my but looks like the Heartbreakers are designed to be worn over track leather pants. A little odd for that cut of boot but wouldn't be the first set I've seen do that __________________________________________________ Proud member of the Blue Army

August 8th, 2013, 05:16 PM	#21
iplante I ride like a granny Name: Isabelle Location: Minneapolis Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2003 Ninja 250R - EX250F Posts: 521 Blog Entries: 1	DO NOT LIKE. The heel wedge on the inside makes the outside look super stiff like ergonomic shoes. I'll stick with my Stella boots. __________________________________________________ WANTED for 88-07 Ninja 250: Corbin Gunfighter & Lady seat

August 9th, 2013, 02:25 PM	#23
iplante I ride like a granny Name: Isabelle Location: Minneapolis Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2003 Ninja 250R - EX250F Posts: 521 Blog Entries: 1	My pleasure __________________________________________________ WANTED for 88-07 Ninja 250: Corbin Gunfighter & Lady seat

May 5th, 2014, 01:22 PM	#26
Minikin_Jo ninjette.org sage Name: Jo Location: Howard County, MD Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 Posts: 528	Bump Boots are now for sale in the Gear-related For Sale area. Though I like these boots, I got another pair of boots and noticed I tend to go to the other pair instead of these, so I haven't worn them since. -Jo __________________________________________________ I'm not short, I'm concentrated AWESOME!

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