Shorty MX boots

[Ranvier]

I am wearing a new set of Alpinestars tech 2 boots on my errands today to break-in for riding this weekend.
https://www.cyclegear.com/gear/alpin...FZJffgodDE0KPw

I returned this set of fly Maverick short boots as the top buckle was not really adjustable and they were very stiff.
https://www.cyclegear.com/gear/fly-racing-maverik-dual

[christph]

For those of you who don't know, Alpinestars discontinued their shorty Tech 2--my favorite boot. Looks like it is another casualty of the depressed quad market. I picked up an extra pair even though my current boots are fine. I figured by the time I need new boots all the old stock will be gone. If you like these boots, you better get them now.

[Ranvier]

For those of you who don't know, Alpinestars discontinued their shorty Tech 2--my favorite boot. Looks like it is another casualty of the depressed quad market. I picked up an extra pair even though my current boots are fine. I figured by the time I need new boots all the old stock will be gone. If you like these boots, you better get them now.

I see you are in AZ. I found them on a rack at screwie lewies. Didnt realize they were no longer available. I posted the links just for the pics.

[deathman53]

I don't get the point of the shorty mx boots. They allow your ankle to move too much, yes, they are better than work/military boots. Either go full or not at all, I have had enough times riding(mostly on my dirtbikes) that full boots saved my ankles. I once hit a tree with my foot, going full out 3rd gear, ripped the boot open...........but my foot was good, it had a busted big toes. My socks were filled with blood, but point is.....foot wasn't broken.

[BOB MARLIN]

I ride with those same boots. My soles started coming apart after a couple rides, but they still haven't fallen off yet.

I can' ride with full size mx boots. They dig into the back of my leg when sitting on my 250r. I might be able to on my 450.

[christph]

I find that shorty boot gives my ankles plenty of support. I have full boots too, but compared to my shorties they are hot and uncomfortable so I only wear them when riding my CRF 450.

[Ranvier]

All my motorcycle experience is on the street not dirt. I actually was using my old sidi street boots but the soles fell off lol. We aren't putting a foot down on turns like the two wheel MX guys so I liked the idea of a more comfortable shorty boot. For best protection a full boot is best, agreed.