faniesmith
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I have found great information on this site so I thought I would try and give back a bit.
I decided to get some full off-road boots after a trip and small off in the Cederberg where I could feel my anckle twist under the bike. My pair of Santiago's was getting on a bit. I have worn them for three years now rain or shine and they are still in good condition. I was just looking for something with more protection
I have always liked the SIDI boots, but they have alwys been a bit out of my price range.
But I found that KTM CT was stocking them for R4650 a pair. Compared to the prices of the Gearna SG10 and SG12 I thought this was quite good. I looked at the Gearne's as well. But I prefered the SIDI's. They just seem to have a better build quality. My friend's pair of Crossfires has done four seasons of racing and are still going strong. I know there are a few poeple on the forum that love the Gearne off-road boots, but I think they are over priced in SA. Just my opinion don't lynch me.
So I took the plunge and bought a pair off Crossfire boots. AND I should have done this a long time ago. I was offered a ride on a tupperware at the Moreesburg fun/enduro where I wore these in anger for the first time.
I biggest differnce is that you feel fully connected to the bike. That does make sense because these boots are a lot stiffer that the Santiago boots I am used to.
BUT
What I did not expect was that they would be comfortable from the off. No break-in required.
Gear changes were no-problem. I was expecting to have to adapt here, but no problem.
The properties on the Crossfire's that I think makes this possible are the following.
The Crossfire's are not much wider that my current Santiago boots.
The the toes of the boot is about the same height as the 'normal' Santiago boot's.
The leg of the boot is has two hinge point that makes it easy for foot the bend down.
The latches are easy to operate and easy to replace. Just two skrews and you can fit new one.
Easy to get these boots on as they open quite wide.
If you are thinking of getting a pair of full offroad boots do it. The extra feeling of being connected to the bike is great.
The fun/enduro you asked? Well I got my ass kicked as you can expect. I managed to finish, but I am a bit stiff today. I shall have to do some SERIOUS fitness training of I intend to do some more of these.
SIDI Crossfire gets my vote.
I decided to get some full off-road boots after a trip and small off in the Cederberg where I could feel my anckle twist under the bike. My pair of Santiago's was getting on a bit. I have worn them for three years now rain or shine and they are still in good condition. I was just looking for something with more protection
I have always liked the SIDI boots, but they have alwys been a bit out of my price range.
But I found that KTM CT was stocking them for R4650 a pair. Compared to the prices of the Gearna SG10 and SG12 I thought this was quite good. I looked at the Gearne's as well. But I prefered the SIDI's. They just seem to have a better build quality. My friend's pair of Crossfires has done four seasons of racing and are still going strong. I know there are a few poeple on the forum that love the Gearne off-road boots, but I think they are over priced in SA. Just my opinion don't lynch me.
So I took the plunge and bought a pair off Crossfire boots. AND I should have done this a long time ago. I was offered a ride on a tupperware at the Moreesburg fun/enduro where I wore these in anger for the first time.
I biggest differnce is that you feel fully connected to the bike. That does make sense because these boots are a lot stiffer that the Santiago boots I am used to.
BUT
What I did not expect was that they would be comfortable from the off. No break-in required.
Gear changes were no-problem. I was expecting to have to adapt here, but no problem.
The properties on the Crossfire's that I think makes this possible are the following.
The Crossfire's are not much wider that my current Santiago boots.
The the toes of the boot is about the same height as the 'normal' Santiago boot's.
The leg of the boot is has two hinge point that makes it easy for foot the bend down.
The latches are easy to operate and easy to replace. Just two skrews and you can fit new one.
Easy to get these boots on as they open quite wide.
If you are thinking of getting a pair of full offroad boots do it. The extra feeling of being connected to the bike is great.
The fun/enduro you asked? Well I got my ass kicked as you can expect. I managed to finish, but I am a bit stiff today. I shall have to do some SERIOUS fitness training of I intend to do some more of these.
SIDI Crossfire gets my vote.
