tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099099432720184584.post1338830229070106448..comments2023-10-28T19:42:01.039+01:00Comments on Going fast, getting nowhere: Kit Report - Sidi Black Rain Evo boots, updateRichardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15743685798068014455noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099099432720184584.post-88508137938946565032011-01-17T10:18:14.637+00:002011-01-17T10:18:14.637+00:00Thanks for this, and an interesting article. I li...Thanks for this, and an interesting article. I like the idea of a proper hand-made product, although without checking I bet they aren't cheap. There was a bootmaker in the Yorkshire Dales (can't remember the name) who kept a fishtank in his shop window with a boot floating in it, still resisting water after, I think, 30+ years. Shall add Altberg to the list, thanks.Richardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15743685798068014455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099099432720184584.post-63634423784504551512011-01-17T08:56:42.432+00:002011-01-17T08:56:42.432+00:00Altbergs. Don't waste your time with anything...Altbergs. Don't waste your time with anything else.<br /><br />You can get lace up ones if you are bothered but mine (with zips that have not failed in 8-odd years use) are perfect. They are still 'stand in a stream' waterproof. Comfortable as slippers and don't even cost a fortune - which is astonishing considering they are handmade in Yorkshire. Although that is a problem - you almost certainly will not get a pair without a wait.<br /><br />A review - http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/motorbikes/2750410/Alt-berg-boots-were-made-for-riding.htmlVoyagernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099099432720184584.post-170767059646216452011-01-17T00:32:09.570+00:002011-01-17T00:32:09.570+00:00Thanks for the info. Good to hear an opinion on t...Thanks for the info. Good to hear an opinion on the Nitros, and I'll avoid them, thanks. I always thought the Oxtar stuff looked good (my local dealer stocked them, and stocks TCX) and the Infinity boots got rave reviews from Ride magazine. I think they might be beyond my wallet at the moment, though. I might well have to stick with the Sidis on half-zip for the time being - just had an unexpected tax demand which has knocked me sideways a bit.<br /><br />Looks my four years with the Sidis has been exceptionally good, then. I like 'em, I have to say. Except for the zips.Richardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15743685798068014455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099099432720184584.post-15639875863984023572011-01-17T00:23:09.169+00:002011-01-17T00:23:09.169+00:00"Money no object" approach - another pai..."Money no object" approach - another pair of the Sidis (always bought them by preference myself, until the latest designs seemed to stop fitting my feet!), or the Alpinestars Tech Touring (I had a pair of their predecessors once, and they were very nice). Although, actually, I rather like the look of the Alpinestars Scout "adventure" boots.<br /><br />I have the same issue as Xen - mine never seem to last longer than a year, regardless of price or theoretical quality. They do get worn all the time, though, which may be why...<br /><br />As a result, I'm currently experimenting with a selection of cheap pairs picked up on eBay. Nitro are cheap and absolute rubbish. Oxtar (now TCX) are okay, but the TCX offerings are quite expensive without offering any benefit over the more established brands. Surprise winners are Oxford Bone Dry, which, despite being cheap and cheerful and having some poor reviews on Amazon, are surprisingly comfortable and have stayed dry for me. Plus, they've survived three months so far without any real signs of wear and tear.endemoniada_88https://www.blogger.com/profile/13636529919686267714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099099432720184584.post-37680369713940671962011-01-15T14:15:50.211+00:002011-01-15T14:15:50.211+00:00Two answers to this: firstly, agreed that zips are...Two answers to this: firstly, agreed that zips are a royal pain in the arse. If they are not jamming like my boots (on examination, teeth damaged where the boot has developed a crease through use), then they are getting snagged on a bit of liner material. But buttons, on bike gear? How do you make a button wind- or waterproof? Gore-Tex seem to have an answer with the new (2009) Lockout closures, which seem to offer the convenience of a zip with 100% waterproofing and fewer snags. Details <a href="http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/Products/productsresults/No-subsection/2009/July/aug0709-Gore-Tex-launches-revolutionary-new-waterproof-zip/" rel="nofollow">here</a>. Never used one, so can't comment.<br /><br />Secondly, I have a traditional cobbler working nearby, who looks after my 'proper' shoes, and he has replaced zips in my leather jacket very successfully. The machine he uses is like somthing out of a Victorian factory, but it works. I have no doubt that he could do something with this boot, but I would have doubts about the waterproof qualities afterwards, and also how easy it would be to work with the Lorica material they are made of. Plus, I wouldn't expect anyone to worrk with their nose close to the boot, until I have thoroughly sanitised them. They are horrific.Richardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15743685798068014455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099099432720184584.post-58047642385866998492011-01-15T13:56:45.846+00:002011-01-15T13:56:45.846+00:00Bloody zips!
I have lost count of the various pie...Bloody zips!<br /><br />I have lost count of the various pieces of clothing I have had to throw away in nearly new condition because of the bloody zip.<br /><br />Can they not invent something like....BUTTONS. At least you, or a tailor, can....WILL sew them back on. Try gettint them to put a new zip in a bike leather.Furor Teutonicushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13856575077967523322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099099432720184584.post-75576998828732497992011-01-15T12:10:31.656+00:002011-01-15T12:10:31.656+00:00Thanks for that, Xen. I've liked the look of ...Thanks for that, Xen. I've liked the look of the Gaerne stuff I have seen, although I'm not sure if my local guy stocks them or not. I'll have a look.Richardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15743685798068014455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099099432720184584.post-23192149522861933092011-01-14T22:47:22.110+00:002011-01-14T22:47:22.110+00:00The last two pairs I've used ae Bullsons and G...The last two pairs I've used ae Bullsons and Gaerne. Sorry can't give a model.<br /><br />Of the two the Gaerne were probably the best, they survived two crashes anyway.<br /><br />I never wore a pair longer than a year anyhow, they all seem to deteriorate after twelve months.<br /><br />On balance, after having practically every make there is, I'd go with Gaerne. Italian styling with waterproofing and survivability.<br /><br />Caveat: I havn't put on a pair in five years due to a serious accident but if I was going back to motorcycling tomorow I'd haul the Gaerne out of the cupboard.Xen347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099099432720184584.post-67357332663426273442011-01-14T17:19:23.134+00:002011-01-14T17:19:23.134+00:00Possibly.Possibly.Richardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15743685798068014455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099099432720184584.post-73128125048069251212011-01-14T17:10:12.872+00:002011-01-14T17:10:12.872+00:00Fluorescent Pink is a safety feature & will im...Fluorescent Pink is a safety feature & will improve your visibility (in more ways than one).<br /><br />It's also a security feature - no chance of them getting nicked.Joe Publichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07829909061904690380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099099432720184584.post-91841129412544250682011-01-14T16:42:39.811+00:002011-01-14T16:42:39.811+00:00Pink Hunter wellies? Not sure about crashability,...Pink Hunter wellies? Not sure about crashability, but my profile at the Gay Boyz Niterie and Wine Bar would improve no end.Richardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15743685798068014455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099099432720184584.post-66877561648870103622011-01-14T16:36:42.667+00:002011-01-14T16:36:42.667+00:00Well these are waterproof; and, I'm certain yo...Well these are waterproof; and, I'm certain you wouldn't be mistaken for either an oil-rig worker or a MotoGP refugee.<br /><br />http://www.amazon.co.uk/Hunter-Unisex-Adult-Original-Wellington-W23616/dp/B004D34MGS/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1295022468&sr=8-2Joe Publichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07829909061904690380noreply@blogger.com