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I used to own a harley and a few other bikes, and the reason I bought boots back then was because of shifting, wearing regular shoes would end up wearing a hole in your shoe and making your foot sore..........no shifting on the buddy 125 so I wear whatever shoes are comfortable, if i get in an accident the least of my concerns will be the damage to my feet............
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I wear regular hiking boots on my scooter when I'm practicing. I also have a pair of Harley Davidson Wolverines that I bought in May when I had plannned to ride an IronButt ride with my other half on his motorcycle. We didn't go. I have worn them twice and they are pretty comfortable. Didn't notice them being too hot, but they feel heavy to me. ( I wear my Crocs everywhere.)
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My guess is you might feel differently if you found yourself skidding along the ground with the bike on top of your foot.ICEMAN wrote:no shifting on the buddy 125 so I wear whatever shoes are comfortable, if i get in an accident the least of my concerns will be the damage to my feet............
How you gear up is your personal choice of course.
I need better foot gear for the warmer months too. The boots I used all winter have Thinsulate and are just too much for summer riding.
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I have a pair of Sidi boots that I picked up on clearance at www.newenough.com . They have been comfortable so far - have some panels that allow airflow. I was glad to have them when I dropped my motorcycle on my leg at my MSF course! I wouldn't ride without the ankle and foot protection they provide.
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Recently had to buy steal toes for IKEA (The depart I work in they're mandatory.) I thought I saw at the Sketchers outlet where I went a pair of hiking type boots with steels. Might be too much for ya but just a thought.
You could go with cowboy boots or some other "boot" I don't think you're going to get away from the toasty/sweaty foot syndrome when talking about a shoe that covers/protects the ankle and possibly a bit of road burn incase of a spill.
My $0.02
You could go with cowboy boots or some other "boot" I don't think you're going to get away from the toasty/sweaty foot syndrome when talking about a shoe that covers/protects the ankle and possibly a bit of road burn incase of a spill.
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I got a pair of these before I picked up my scoot:
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And no offense but you wear chucks?!
I'd be afraid of loosing my digits man. Deal with the toasty/sweaty funky feet.
Dr Scholl's has quite a few products to help with that
I'd be afraid of loosing my digits man. Deal with the toasty/sweaty funky feet.
Dr Scholl's has quite a few products to help with that
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there was a post that I think was from Phil and I can't find. It shows why you should where boots. And shows the damage that can happen if you don't wear proper gear. And trust me the pictures made me go buy boots. I like my ankles and having all my toes. I laid down the buddy once and my foot and ankle was pinned under the bike while it slide down the street.
If anyone remember this post and can find it please link it to this one.
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If anyone remember this post and can find it please link it to this one.
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I wear Fluevog boots, the cowboy and the Tate. The soles are really comfortable and grippy.
I wear Fluevog boots, the cowboy and the Tate. The soles are really comfortable and grippy.
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I was of the opinion too that the most important thing was my head...and it still is. But if you screw your foot up that affects your mobility, and this quality of life, big time. We all saw what happen to POC Renae...my spouse was wearing dress shoes and dropped his Buddy on his foot in a 5mph fall. He broke some small bones in his feet and was on crutches for a while. He could actually ride the Buddy before he could drive a car. So as you can imagine this was a pain in the arse. I bought him some Harley boots ( http://www.sportsmansguide.com/cb/cb.asp?a=324703 ) which he wears about half of the time...what can you do? I try my best to wear my boots, but sometimes wear tennis shoes if I am traveling very low speeds. still stupid I guess
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here it is viewtopic.php?p=16185&highlight=#16185brat wrote:there was a post that I think was from Phil and I can't find. It shows why you should where boots. And shows the damage that can happen if you don't wear proper gear. And trust me the pictures made me go buy boots. I like my ankles and having all my toes. I laid down the buddy once and my foot and ankle was pinned under the bike while it slide down the street.
If anyone remember this post and can find it please link it to this one.
Susan
Thanks Renae for being such a sport and letting Phil post this to help others in their decision making.
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I can tell you that Tanker's have saved me. I went down on a metal grating bridge about 20 years ago. I sheared off the bottom buckle and disfigured the top buckle. I broke a bone in my hand but I hate to think what my ankle would have looked like after rolling on the bridge.AgentKestrel wrote: I'm actually a huge fan of Tanker Boots. They protect your feet well, look good (IMHO), and arn't really that hot during the summer months.
My current boot of choice is the Cherry Red 10 hole steel toe Grinder's.
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I don't even know how to respond to that picture.....ScooterDave wrote:I can tell you that Tanker's have saved me. I went down on a metal grating bridge about 20 years ago. I sheared off the bottom buckle and disfigured the top buckle. I broke a bone in my hand but I hate to think what my ankle would have looked like after rolling on the bridge.AgentKestrel wrote: I'm actually a huge fan of Tanker Boots. They protect your feet well, look good (IMHO), and arn't really that hot during the summer months.
My current boot of choice is the Cherry Red 10 hole steel toe Grinder's.
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I'm having a tough time finding anything LIKE boots right now, they're considered "out of season" unless I head to a Harley store...NOT.
Do you all wear them, no matter what the distance of the ride? My Kroger's is a mile away...
Do you all wear them, no matter what the distance of the ride? My Kroger's is a mile away...
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You should be able to find hiking boots in sporting good stores. It is the right season for them. Also motorcycle gear stores tend to have boots, they tend to be racing boots. Even a military surplus store you can find boots. You need something that will last if you slide down the road and that will protect your ankles.
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Thanks for all the replies. Really like the look of those tanker boots, but I'm not really sure that they'll do anything to relieve my hot, stinky feet. Especially since they're waterproof and look to be almost as tall as the boots I'm wearing now. Thinking about these I found at leatherup.com:
http://www.leatherup.com/product.asp?pf ... ss%2DBrown
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Boots are boots are boots are boots. As long as you have ankle protection you are ok. You are not racing. You are not cruising at 80+mph. Just some nice leather boots that cover the ankle in case you go down.
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Well, maybe YOU're notScooterDave wrote:You are not racing. You are not cruising at 80+mph.
Dave
Actually that's my problem...I think about my scootering style and think, I don't need that much protection, I don't go over 60, etc etc. But then I hear about "if only" situations where the scooterist was just putt-putting along minding his own business, short ride to the store/get coffee/visit a friend/just a mile situation and they get creamed. So this is probably another topic but I feel like I'm either TOO geared up and uncomfortable (never mind an object of amusement to passersby), or I worry I'm not protected enough...like, do I go ahead and put on the boots/gloves/helmet/mesh to go to the corner store? What do the rest of you do to draw the line?
If I think about the risks TOO much, I could talk myself out of riding altogether (except it's too dang much fun!)
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While it is a bit more trouble to lace 'em up for a trip to the grocery store for a couple of items, I'm wearing them alla time.EBee wrote:I'm having a tough time finding anything LIKE boots right now, they're considered "out of season" unless I head to a Harley store...NOT.
Do you all wear them, no matter what the distance of the ride? My Kroger's is a mile away...
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A Modern Vespa member posted that she was wearing the Audrey's when some road rage A hole literally ran her off the road and ran over her foot!!!paige wrote:http://www.fluevog.com/code/?w%5B0%5D=s ... lourID=312
I wear Fluevog boots, the cowboy and the Tate. The soles are really comfortable and grippy.
Not kidding, no lie. She is perfectly fine and so is the shoe! Best endorsement for a shoe I've EVER heard. "I'm fine, the shoes fine and some asshat ran over my foot with his car!"
Fluevog, the fashionable and RELIABLE scooter shoes!!!
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I wear my Oxtar Jupiter Classic IIs 99% of the time and I'm very happy with them. The other times I am wearing running shoes.
I bought them after seeing someone wearing them. I liked how they looked more shoe like than most boots. The photo makes them look a little more boot like around the foot then they actually are. Overall, they are very supportive, Gortex and I haven't really had any heat issues with them.
I bought them after seeing someone wearing them. I liked how they looked more shoe like than most boots. The photo makes them look a little more boot like around the foot then they actually are. Overall, they are very supportive, Gortex and I haven't really had any heat issues with them.
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Sidi Rose in the cold/rain (deal on newenough.com). The heel gives me some extra height when stopping, so that is nice. They're really warm, and are high enough that when your pants hike up while riding, you're still protected.
http://newenough.com/browse/view_product_images/1269#
Rossi Endura the rest of the time. These are super durable, the soles are comfy, and the pull on and off. The elastic sides aren't ideal. So I may spring for a different model someday.
http://simplyoz.com/products/footwear/r ... ssi_endura
http://www.rossiboots.com.au/catalogue/ ... prodID=151
i love shoes.
http://newenough.com/browse/view_product_images/1269#
Rossi Endura the rest of the time. These are super durable, the soles are comfy, and the pull on and off. The elastic sides aren't ideal. So I may spring for a different model someday.
http://simplyoz.com/products/footwear/r ... ssi_endura
http://www.rossiboots.com.au/catalogue/ ... prodID=151
i love shoes.
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I freaking LOVE shoes! When I got Pinky T. I bought two pairs of steel-toed Doc Martens (one black, one oxblood) boots and a pair of Nana steel-toed creepers. Hmmm...Fluevogs are just about the cutest shoes, ever...I think I hear my wallet calling me!
Now if I could only find a jacket that fit right. Grrrr....
Now if I could only find a jacket that fit right. Grrrr....
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boot grindin'
Anything can happen with enough tumbling and sliding, but I don't think the road has the right kind of 'grip' to easily pull a boot loose without taking the foot with it - what you need to worry about is the boot grinding and peeling off.peabody99 wrote:dumb question: if a boot can be pulled on or off, what would keep it from getting pulled off in a wreck? esp a short one? I am thinking if sneakers peel off a boot could too. I have a snug zippered boot but am looking for a back up
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So, in a late night frenzy, I bought these boots off of New Enough, 'cause they were cheap, and I liked that they weren't bulky, almost looked like a pair of Maddens if worn under a pantleg (which I intended). It was only on hindsight that I realized they're actually a street bike boot. Am I going to look like a total dipwad wearing street bike boots on a Buddy?
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I love when threads return from the dead.
I'm always looking for new gear. I check out all of the moto and scooter shops when they have sales. A couple of weeks ago I scored a fully armored Vanson Vent Max 3 with stripes for $90-something. If I ordered it from Vanson, it's $175. Best hot weather jacket I've ever seen. Do I look "overdressed" on my scoot? Probably, but I don't give a crap.
Your gear is your call. You're an adult, you should be capable of making decisions for yourself. Occasionally I'll short-cut my gear. If I'm running out to pick up a sandwich for lunch I'll just grab my helmet and ride in work clothes and shoes. But, on any sort of "Ride", I plan my gear accordingly. I have a couple of jackets, a couple different pairs of riding pants, a few pairs of gloves and I'm currently looking for a 2nd pair of boots. My take is that footwear and gloves are next in the importance line after the helmet. Hands and feet take a lot of abuse and they're likely to be the first things that hit the pavement if you crash. I only wear motorcycle-specific gloves and boots. Why? Because they're better. They may not be the most versatile footwear but moto boots are designed to keep your feet safe, warm (or cool) and dry. I only buy and wear waterproof boots, although I might be tempted by vented summer boots in really hot, dry weather. They must have NO laces or laces that are covered and out of the way. Do you have laces dangling from your shoes while you're riding? They're less of a factor on scoots than bikes, but laces, in the moto world, are a real danger.
You can spend under $100 to well over $1000 on boots, but Frey Daytona Security Evos are overkill for a Buddy. The point is, if you do your research and watch out for off season sales, you can gear up cheaply and still hang onto all your digits if you go down. You really don't know what's waiting for you around that next blind corner.
I'm always looking for new gear. I check out all of the moto and scooter shops when they have sales. A couple of weeks ago I scored a fully armored Vanson Vent Max 3 with stripes for $90-something. If I ordered it from Vanson, it's $175. Best hot weather jacket I've ever seen. Do I look "overdressed" on my scoot? Probably, but I don't give a crap.
Your gear is your call. You're an adult, you should be capable of making decisions for yourself. Occasionally I'll short-cut my gear. If I'm running out to pick up a sandwich for lunch I'll just grab my helmet and ride in work clothes and shoes. But, on any sort of "Ride", I plan my gear accordingly. I have a couple of jackets, a couple different pairs of riding pants, a few pairs of gloves and I'm currently looking for a 2nd pair of boots. My take is that footwear and gloves are next in the importance line after the helmet. Hands and feet take a lot of abuse and they're likely to be the first things that hit the pavement if you crash. I only wear motorcycle-specific gloves and boots. Why? Because they're better. They may not be the most versatile footwear but moto boots are designed to keep your feet safe, warm (or cool) and dry. I only buy and wear waterproof boots, although I might be tempted by vented summer boots in really hot, dry weather. They must have NO laces or laces that are covered and out of the way. Do you have laces dangling from your shoes while you're riding? They're less of a factor on scoots than bikes, but laces, in the moto world, are a real danger.
You can spend under $100 to well over $1000 on boots, but Frey Daytona Security Evos are overkill for a Buddy. The point is, if you do your research and watch out for off season sales, you can gear up cheaply and still hang onto all your digits if you go down. You really don't know what's waiting for you around that next blind corner.
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I got these Caterpillar steel-toed "boots" (actually, they look more like hiking shoes) a few months ago for summer riding--they breathe really well and look pretty cool. They are a little higher than regular sneakers, but can't protect your ankles the way regular boots do. But if you're looking for something lighter to protect your toes, these are great!
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I say if you like 'em, wear 'em. If they can provide the protection you think you need, that's what you should focus on.StLScoot wrote:So, in a late night frenzy, I bought these boots off of New Enough, 'cause they were cheap, and I liked that they weren't bulky, almost looked like a pair of Maddens if worn under a pantleg (which I intended). It was only on hindsight that I realized they're actually a street bike boot. Am I going to look like a total dipwad wearing street bike boots on a Buddy?
I kind of feel the same way about my Tourmaster Draft Air mesh jacket. Yeah, it is more sportbike-looking than I'd like, but it performs it function very well. I've learned not to care (that is until I have $200 burning a hole in my pocket and I stumble across the Corazzo website).
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Re: boot grindin'
Lots of car accidents you see the shoes knocked off people. I think this is a very valid concern, and is why I switched from pull-on style boots to hiking boots. You can find summer- or winter-weight ones, and they're usually thicker than other types (to boot ). I just keep my sandals at work (or throw them in a backpack) and change when I get where I'm going.peabody99 wrote:dumb question: if a boot can be pulled on or off, what would keep it from getting pulled off in a wreck? esp a short one? I am thinking if sneakers peel off a boot could too. I have a snug zippered boot but am looking for a back up
Why are laces such a problem?
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Laces get tangled on things. You're riding, the wind is blowing and before you know it, your laces are wrapped around some protrusion (shift lever, brake lever, center stand, side stand, whatever). Everything is fine until you stop and can't put your foot down.Why are laces such a problem?
Like I said, this is far less of a hazard on a CVT scooter but old habits die hard. So, I don't wear anything with laces on any 2 wheeled machine, including my bicycle.
Ironically, my current pair of boots are laced but the laces are held securely out of the way under a large velcro flap. So, when I say "no laces", I really mean no dangling laces.
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Here is a line of shortie boots from Puma ! They are called the flat 2 and they sell for $199.. We have a good selection on hand.
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