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McCabe-Thiele (Ted):
In my youth I just used some Tuff Boots when biking as proper gear was out of my budget.

I am wondering what type of boot to wear when riding my 400/4 I don't want Yeti sized boots something reasonably supple but I have two provisos.

1) My feet are Size 11 Extra Wide fitting shoes.

2) I have an issue with most synthetic linings so need leather or possible a breathable Gortex type interior.

I used to use my old Police Issue Technics all leather boots that had leather interiors but like a fool gave my last pair away!
Buying on the internet is not really an option so need to look for Brands stocked locally.

Advice sought please.

Laverdaroo:
Ted,

Most manufacturers have a gore tex boot in their range, breathable, waterproof and comfy. You say you have wide feet so steer clear of the sportier SIDI range ( you probably will as they look like space boots) as they are a narrower fit than most. Alpinestars have the widest fit and the goretex ones are brlliant. I Think they were called black rain or something suitably catchy.

Have a look bud but I'd look at TCS, Alpine star, Furygan and Gearn. All have ample fat foot fitment and all last forever.
All my race boots are Alpinestars after wearing Sidi for years and the fit is awsome, generally you dont know you're wearing boots, they're that comfy.

Like anything mate, make sure they have ample protection over looks, a plate covering your angle bone at the bottom, shin protection, all that.yer know. Dont scrimp either, if they fit, buy em cos 'the fit' is everything, you wont need extra sock or this n that just pop em on and thats the fit, have a crouch and make sure you can flex your ankle etc etc.  Try everything on though, you never know, sometimes the cheapest is the right one!

 Riding uncomfy is not good and very distracting..........just saying

Oddjob:
I have a pair of Sidi anniversary boots, limited edition, needed to register to buy them. They are very space age to say the least, I call them my Judge Dread boots as they have a gold metal front plate.

Laverdaroo:
BUck Rogers boots ;D

theyre ace Ken, Ive ahd a set of those but not with all the bling on. Might not be the same boot but pretty close. They had all the cobra grip cable adjusters and buckles like those.


Wore the toes out in three weeks touring around Spain a few years ago ;D ;D 8)

SteveD CB500K0:
Seeing as where you are, you might take a look at Altberg. Made in Yorkshire - don’t be fooled by the name.

All the cops wear them. All the ones that I know do anyway 


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