Gaerne sg 12

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Edited Date/Time 1/27/2012 3:30am
Ive heard these boots are crazy good but cant get myself in the mood to spend the 500 on em. Has anyone really put them to the test on here? Ive got a pet peeve with buckles coming unone while im riding. Not gonna say any names...
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Highsider 9/14/2009 11:20am
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Buckles stay closed on my SG10s. I refuse to spend over $300 on a pair of boots.
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pitbike502 9/14/2009 11:54am
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ive had them and they are a work of art. only downside is they are really heavy.
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Cygnus 9/14/2009 12:05pm
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Buy some Sidi's and never look back.
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peelout719 9/14/2009 12:17pm
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i love my sg10's and i've heard the 12's are night and day better.

i just can't get myself to pop $500 for boots

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Tiki 9/14/2009 12:23pm
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I'm with you. 500 Bones is a lot for something I go through annually. Fox boots look really good, gotta say the Rocky Mountain Boots get rave reviews from fellow trail riders, though they look like Stormtrooper boots.
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CamP 9/14/2009 12:58pm
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I hate modern heavy boots. I can afford $500 boots but I wear Gaerne Cyphers that I bought for $99 instead. All the Italian made Gaerne quality without feeling like I'm wearing ankle weights. I actually stocked up and bought three sets but they wear so well that two sets have been in my attic for two years.
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cjmx 9/14/2009 1:05pm
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I had my SG12's for a couple months after having the SG10's for 2 years. The SG12 are a lot better. Better adjustments on the buckles and they feel way more comfortable. Also the soles are holding up great. I got a discount on them through sponsorhouse and they are well worth the money.

Oh and I have never had a problem with the buckles coming undone on either model
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Deetsmx 9/14/2009 1:06pm
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I tried them but not get comfortable with them. I wear an 11.5 with Sidi's and was in between sizes on the Gaerne. I couldn't feel the brake lever or shift lever, but they did feel sturdy and are well built. It probably takes some time to get used to because I know a lot of people like them, but I prefer my Sidi boots. They are solid, last long, and allow you to feel the shift lever.
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Short 43 9/14/2009 1:18pm
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They're great! Plain and Simple. Well worth the money.
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MXDAD140 9/14/2009 2:14pm
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My son has been thru 3 pair of SG12's.Best boot he's put his foot in so far.
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Muezh 9/14/2009 2:20pm
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pitbike502 wrote:
ive had them and they are a work of art. only downside is they are really heavy.
exactly what I heard.

thinking of Sidi's
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sc961 9/14/2009 2:42pm
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I've got a pair and love them.
Had 3 previous pair of SG10's and thought they were good, but nothing near the 12's.
The only people talking down about the 12's, are people that haven't had them.
This is one of those cases where you get what you pay for.
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russerbe 9/14/2009 2:49pm
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I've got the SG 12's and I did alot of research before I bought them and it was a pretty easy decision after reading what folks have to say about them. I actually got mine for like $420 shipped from Extreme Supply. I just called and talked to a guy and he gave me a good deal. Give them a call and see what they can do for you.

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Sandy 9/14/2009 3:58pm
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I've got a pair that has about 10 min on them they are awesome boots, I bought the wrong size what size do you need. I will make you a great deal.
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FIREfish148 9/14/2009 4:03pm
9/14/2009 4:03pm Edited Date/Time 4/17/2016 2:10am
Im not sure 11 or 12 I wear 12s w/ the tech 10s & 8 but 11 with tech 7s. Shops were closed today.
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Sandy 9/14/2009 4:09pm
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Mine are 12s. If these will work for you let me know.
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swizcore 9/14/2009 4:10pm
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I LOVE the AXO Primes I bought this year more than all the A-Stars I've worn since 1994.
They were designed by Kenny Safford who also designs A-Stars.
motoxistence 9/14/2009 4:32pm
9/14/2009 4:32pm
I went from Tech 8s to SG10s and missed my Alpinestars for two years.

Then I went from SG10s to SG12s and I wish I had more excuses to wear them. The SG12 is an amazing boot. I don't think they're heavy at all. I'm fortunate in that I got them for free though... Even though they're my favorite piece of equipment I've ever owned I don't think I could bring myself to fork over the dough.

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adamdf 9/14/2009 4:49pm
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I'm on my second set of SG10s, the old pair is still in good condition, they just look stained cuz i was too lazy to clean them so that is my fault, the point is the boots are great and last long, i don't think i'll wear anything else. I highly recommend them, they are the most comfortable boots i have ever had, even better than my tech 8s i wore previously.
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RuFfRyDaH 9/15/2009 12:21am
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i got a set of 12's too

i where them riding my little klx 110 and my rmz 250...they work for both occasions...i really really think they are the best out there
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R-acer 9/15/2009 3:33am
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FIREfish148 wrote:
Ive heard these boots are crazy good but cant get myself in the mood to spend the 500 on em. Has anyone really put them to...
Ive heard these boots are crazy good but cant get myself in the mood to spend the 500 on em. Has anyone really put them to the test on here? Ive got a pet peeve with buckles coming unone while im riding. Not gonna say any names...
Best boots money can buy. My son races with them and likes them better than the tech10's
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ehr400 9/15/2009 7:01am
9/15/2009 7:01am
Can't go wrong with the Sidi's. Best boot I have ever owned.
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JW381 9/15/2009 7:04am
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This thread makes me even more sad that I'm not rich.

My Berricks are just about done, and I'm looking for a good, yet inexpensive replacement. Something tells me the SG-12's maybe aren't my best choice?

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