Shoes

[Dammt]

Hi, what do you think about the shoes

alpinestar faster -3 ?

[Simon Davey]

Hi @Dammt, that's a very narrowly targeted question. However, someone may have them and offer an opinion. 

Meanwhile, welcome to the forum. 

[Nick the wanderer]

Hi, looks like more of a summer shoe/ ankle boot. They won't keep your feet dry but look good.

[S-Westerly]

Strictly for summer use only by the look of them. I prefer to keep my feet warm and dry so won't be using myself.

[Capt Sisko]

I have used this type of short summer weight boot and as long as you accept they are what they are there's now't wrong with them. BUT if you're after ultimate protection, warmth and weather protection look elsewhere.

 

One tip if you do like this shorter style of boot, make sure your riding trousers & socks are long enough when in the sat position. Asides from lettering an annoying draught up your leg, a gap of bare leg looks really naff!

Edited December 2, 2024 by Capt Sisko

[bonio]

Personally, I wouldn't have them. I've always believed your boot should end mid-shin, as this gives you the most of chance of breaking your leg instead of wrecking your ankle or your knee. Also, I'm the kind of person whose laces always come undone, and I wouldn't want a loose lace getting tangled in the chain. Not a issue if you have a shaft drive, I guess.

[Pie man]

They wouldn't look out of place on a basket ball court, but I wouldn't wear them for touring.