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Boot question

Sorry to hijack this thread - but why wear boots at all on a Spyder? Not trying to be difficult, but I'd like to know if there's a good reason. I always thought a reason for wearing boots on a 2-wheeler was to help prevent turning an ankle when putting your foot down when coming to a stop. - But that doesn't apply to a Spyder.

FWIW - I generally wear a pair if Merrill sneakers when ryding. Maybe in the colder weather, I'll switch to hiking boots, but I don't ryde when it's really cold anyway.

So can someone explain to me the purpose of wearing boots when ryding a Spyder?

Thanks!
 
It's a matter of personal tastes.

I wear boots because I like the extra ankle support (a carryover from my two wheel riding--which I still do).

One pair--has steel toes. Extra protection.

I like the look of boots when paired with a bike of any kind.

I also have three pair of "nice" western boots. Which I usually wear on "other" occasions. To nice for bike riding--don't want them to get marked up.

Have shoes--but hardly wear them. Still look like new after about 18 years ago when I bought four pair of new ones.

Personally, I feel "naked" when wearing anything other than boots for riding.

Those that like shoes or similar--that's your personal taste. No problem for me. :yes:
 
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newbert said:
Sorry to hijack this thread - but why wear boots at all on a Spyder? Not trying to be difficult, but I'd like to know if there's a good reason. I always thought a reason for wearing boots on a 2-wheeler was to help prevent turning an ankle when putting your foot down when coming to a stop. - But that doesn't apply to a Spyder.

FWIW - I generally wear a pair if Merrill sneakers when ryding. Maybe in the colder weather, I'll switch to hiking boots, but I don't ryde when it's really cold anyway.

So can someone explain to me the purpose of wearing boots when ryding a Spyder?

Thanks!
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To protect your feet in the unlikely event you crash. If you're wearing sneakers and go skidding down the pavement with your legs doubled up under your body or trapped under your bike you might not have any feet left at the end. Wear boots and you'll still have healthy feet for the next crash! And don't think it can't happen. I dare say everyone on a m/c who was killed by not wearing a helmet also said it'll never happen to them.
 
I wear leather boots over the ankle when riding my spyder.

What does everyone wear over there boots when it is raining/or if they get caught in the rain when riding on there spyder?


I can not wear rubber boots( due to health issue).

Deanna
 
IdahoMtnSpyder said:
To protect your feet in the unlikely event you crash. If you're wearing sneakers and go skidding down the pavement with your legs doubled up under your body or trapped under your bike you might not have any feet left at the end. Wear boots and you'll still have healthy feet for the next crash! And don't think it can't happen. I dare say everyone on a m/c who was killed by not wearing a helmet also said it'll never happen to them.
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IdahoMtnSpyder said:
Please read this post: http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...ayers-needed&p=1382960&viewfull=1#post1382960
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After reading this, I'm convinced. Gotta get me some boots. Thanks!
 
I ride with hiking boots that are waterproof. Mammut's, La Sportiva's and Oboz'. All are waterproof and I don't have to swap them when I want to walk around. The Oboz are thin enough to get under the shifter if you have a manual. There are hiking/skiing gaters that can be worn to protect the upper leg if you don't want to wear rain suits.
 
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If you, like me, have wide feet as in 3E, your selection of boots shrinks dramatically. For example, Bates boots linked to above, has no boots in 8 1/2 3E size. Neither does Red Wing nor Harley Davidson. In order to get a pull-on 8 1/2 EEE motorcycle boot I had to order custom made boots from West Coast Shoe Company. With custom size, expedited build, and shipping charges added the price tag came up to $900. But I'll never have to buy another pair of m/c boots; maybe not even if I ever crash they are so well made with thick leather! :thumbup:

Some companies advertise W width. That's equivalent to E, not EEE.
 
roguesquad said:
Thanks for all the great advice, side zippers are almost a necessity for me cause I wear a 12-13 depending on fit, and semi wide. The milwaukees are ok but so heavy and not great if I ride to work or for a long ride day. Debating https://www.cyclegear.com/gear/bilt-pro-tourer-waterproof-boots
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Be careful that they don't also mean that the boot will be "air proof" as well. A good Goretex (or similar) lined boot will be quite pricey ... if you want waterproof.
 
IdahoMtnSpyder said:
Please read this post: http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...ayers-needed&p=1382960&viewfull=1#post1382960
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I was going to site that as well. If you have an accident at 60 mph you need all the protection you can get. Those Air Jordan's are not going to cut it. Sadly this is the attitude of many Spyder Ryders. I don't ryde with them very often, but we have one couple in our group that routinely ryde with flip-flops, and shorts! I don't like to ryde with them because I don't want to clean up the mess!
 
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blitzkreig said:
Be careful that they don't also mean that the boot will be "air proof" as well. A good Goretex (or similar) lined boot will be quite pricey ... if you want waterproof.
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Pricey is right, but my feet are very important to me, so the TCX Gortex boots that I wear are worth every penny!
 
Arion said:
I have several pairs of Bates and like them very much. Although not specifically motorcycle boots, their tactical line is excellent. They're well made, lightweight, comfortable and offer good support. They also don't make you look like you should be out in the forest chopping down trees. ;)
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I’m with you, Arion. Bates are the only company I have found that make Goretex boots with laces for adjustability and a zipper for ease of access in Size 15 4xw.

Mind you, they only make one model, and it cost a lot to get them shipped to Oz, but they are worth it.

Pete
 
roguesquad said:
So wanted to see what kind of boots folks recommend on the spyder. I have a pair of Milwaukee's, but they are so heavy and not all day comfortable. Wanted to get some preferably not super pricey recommendations.
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I purchased a pair of Black Maelstrom tactical 8" lace front and side zipper for riding off EBAY. They are water proof and very comfortable. Probably not the most trending Spyder riding boots, but for a very affordable $49 dollars I was very happy with the purchase...MD in SC


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