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Boots! How long do yours last?

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#1 ·
I bought my boots about 8 months ago and they are already starting to wear out quite badly. They are Alpinestars (Alpinestars Ridge Waterproof Boot - RevZilla) and the sole is starting to separate from the leather at the front, the top left boot is starting to crack and look very ratty. I didn't start to polish or apply shine to them until about two months ago, coupled with the fact that I wear them every day and have put ~13k miles on them already. I realize that this may have an impact, but I still feel that they shouldn't be quite so worn out.

How long do your boots normally last while wearing them on a daily basis? What methods do you use to keep them up?
 
#30 ·
I have worn Wolverine laceup work boots for over 10 years, have resoled them twice the last with Vibram soles. I keep them polished and the things look almost new... Went down with them on summer before last and had the bike slam down on my left foot and ankle causing injury. Bought a pair of perforated leather adventure boots made by Bilt and sold at Cycle Gear. I also bought a pair of Bilt leather waterproof touring boots at the same time. Both pair of boots are holding up well although I am not riding as much now due to other medical problems. I would call the wear on both sets as about 6 months for those of you who ride a lot. I would buy the Bilt boots again as the cost for them is reasonable and the boots seem to be well built. Both pair have armor although the touring boots have lighter armor than the adventure boots.
 
#31 ·
I'd like to make an update on my boot situation. I called Alpinestars customer service with my problem and they were a huge help. I told them about the sole separating and the leather cracking and they said to send them back with the receipt. About 3 weeks later I have a brand new pair of boots that they replaced and shipped to me for free with no hassle. They were able to replace them under warranty and I'm quite happy with how things turned out. :thumbup:

If this happens again, though, does anyone know if they will still honor the warranty?
 
#34 ·
GoreTex

There's nothing worst than cold wet feet.

There's nothing better than GoreTex to remedy cold wet feet. It costs more but its worth it. I'm a cheapscape but this is one area I won't compromise.

I'm sure there are great waterproof boots that aren't GoreTex but I will stick with what has worked for me. I have been fooled by salesmen that swore "these boots are 100%waterproof" only to find out too late they were wrong.

Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on ME. :yesnod:
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#35 ·
I have a pair of AlpineStar Ridge boots as well. I picked them up about 6 years ago before there was a big redesign in their style. I've put a little of 40k miles on them since then. The sole never separated, but it is definitely getting worn down. I plan on getting a new pair of boots this year and I'm looking real hard at the Icon Patrol Boots
 
#38 · (Edited)
I bought my boots about 8 months ago and they are already starting to wear out quite badly. They are Alpinestars (Alpinestars Ridge Waterproof Boot - RevZilla) and the sole is starting to separate from the leather at the front, the top left boot is starting to crack and look very ratty.

How long do your boots normally last while wearing them on a daily basis? What methods do you use to keep them up?
I also had a pair of Alpinestars Ridge boots that crapped out early. Mine seemed to stretch out for some odd reason -- it was like my feet were shrinking. The cheesy velcro wore out quickly, and even after I had a local cobbler replace it, the rest of the boot didn't last much longer.

The Ridge is a cheap boot that's just not up to Alpinestars' usual quality.
I have a pair of Alpinstar Ridge boots that I've been wearing nearly daily since about 2009. I also do a 45 min daily walk in these boots. The soles are holding up well but the "leather" around the front foot area is cracking badly on both boots. I am bummed as I really like the boots, they are supremely comfortable to walk in, very warm, and a good balance of comfort and protection for daily use where you need to wear your boots all day at work.

I have a pair of Alpinstar Web Goretex touring boots. They have held up well but I haven't worn them on a daily basis, but they have been worn to work when it's cold and walked in, they are also very comfy to wear off the bike.

I have a pair of Alpinstar Tech 8 motocross boots I've owned for more than 10 years and they are bullet proof, they will outlast me.

I'd like to make an update on my boot situation. I called Alpinestars customer service with my problem and they were a huge help. I told them about the sole separating and the leather cracking and they said to send them back with the receipt. About 3 weeks later I have a brand new pair of boots that they replaced and shipped to me for free with no hassle. They were able to replace them under warranty and I'm quite happy with how things turned out. :thumbup:

If this happens again, though, does anyone know if they will still honor the warranty?
This is good news. I need to dig up my receipt and see if they will honor a warranty. I probably should have contacted them earlier as they started cracking about a year ago and I've just put up with it, my bad. Other than the cracking they have worn fairly well all things considered, including the price.
 
#40 ·
Sidi On Road Gore-tex

After 4 full seasons and over 90,000km my boots needed to be resoled. The leather uppers are in good shape but particularly the left sole had worm prematurely. A simpler job done locally in Kingston for $70 with new Vibram #148 Kletterlift soles.
Now better than new, see more details in my blog windtogo.wordpress.com
 
#42 ·
More Boot

How long do your boots normally last while wearing them on a daily basis? What methods do you use to keep them up?
I wore Tourmaster Solution 2 for a year and liked them except they leaked between the toe and outer sole. I never noticed this until after I took them off so it was pretty minor. I wanted more ankle protection so I now have the Icon Reign. This boot looks just like the Solution 2 but has a bit more stuff in it. The Icon Reign is about $160 and the S 2 is about $120. I think it does rain in N. Calif, at least now and then.
 
#44 ·
I got 6 years / 80,000 miles out of my Joe Rockets before they started to leak around the soles and the zippers failed. Replaced with Alpinestars Web Goretex. That was a year ago and they are still like new. Very happy with them.
 
#45 ·
I have some Alpinstar goretex boots that are over 9 years old. Had to glue the soles back on (Shoe Goo rocks!), but they are still 100% waterproof in Seattle winters!

I'm now riding with some Ikon boots. I got the Reigns first, but had 2 pairs that leaked although they were supposed to be waterproof. Now I've got their Patrol model. So far so good in winter (i.e. rain) commuting. And they are comfortable enough I could wear them all day walking around the office. And $150 is a nice price.

Other waterproof boots (Alpinstars and Sidi) were $300+ at least. And they didn't fit my feet as well, although I have a hard time finding boots that fit me well (so was willing to try another model of the Ikons after the first model didn't work out).
 
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