I have been using the same Alpinestars Tech 8 boots that I bought new in 2002. They are quite worn out but I only ride 2-4 times a year now. I do mostly trail riding with some backyard motocross track mixed in. I’m not jumping anything larger than 60 feet these days. I’m a fast Vet C or slow Vet B rider now.
I am looking at updating my boots. Are the $300-$400 boots now a days better than my 24 year old boots? I don’t have a brand preference but I tried on Sidis 10 plus years ago and they were super tight on the sides of my feet. I’m not a wide foot but not narrow either.
I wouldn’t mind getting a boot on sale. The Leatt 5.5 looks nice and is on sale. Is the 4.5 a good boot? Also the mid tier Fox looks good. Are the Alpinestar Tech 3 boots good?
I buy in that range and honestly love the Fox Instincts. I did just get a pair of Tech 7's but haven't ridden with them yet
While I do recommend you get a pair of Tech 7's if you can, the Tech 5's are definitely a significant improvement than the Tech 8's from back in the day.
You get no more inner bootie hassle, modern buckles, and the materials used now have much less chances of degradation and glue failure.
Overall, not a bad choice for what you're trying to accomplish. But if you're ever thinking about bumping up those annual ride day numbers, go with the Tech 7's.
I never found a pair of Sidis that fit good. Guys that wear them must be into foot binding.
The Fox Motion boots are a joke.
Tech 3's are probably fine for what youre describing. I used them for some harescrambles because they are MUCH lighter than "premium" boots.
Tech 7's are good, basically the industry standard for a do-it performance boot.
I wore Tech 7s for a long time but the prices kept going up while the quality went down, so I started trying other options.
Been really happy with the Forma Pilot.
Comparing Tech 7 to Pilot:
Sole feel is the same.
Pilot is much lighter.
Protection feels the same overall. (Some minor differences like Tech 7 has more padding on the leg, but the Pilot hinge has better ankle protection).
Buckles are more secure than Astars.
Pilot are $100 less than Tech 7s.
Sizing/fit feels the same to me.
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