Hottest Boots for 2009!

Cassandra

• December 12 2008
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You should have a pair of riding boots made for off-road adventures. These boots will protect your ankles and shins, not to mention your toes, all while giving you superior grip on those serrated foot pegs. Take a gander at some of these kicks that will make your sneakers and your work boots look like…well…sneakers and work boots.

Moose M1 Boot

The Moose M1 boot has a leather upper chassis with a polyurethane coating and polyurethane shin and ankle plates. It has replaceable buckles, straps, and toe guards, and is available with your choice of an ATV- or an MX-style sole. (Sizes 6-15; Price $100; www.mooseracing.com)

Shift Combat Boot

The Combat boot from Shift is an adjustable riding boot constructed with a generous combination of full-grain leather and injection molded plates throughout. Pre-curved shin and calf plates are designed to provide maximum protection, while an Achilles flex zone is built into the boot to provide added mobility. Finally, an elastic gator helps to keep the mess from infiltrating the boots. (Sizes 7-13; Price $100; www.shiftracing.com)

Fox Comp 5 Shorty Boot

The Comp 5 is designed to provide the rider with the coverage of a full-size riding boot, but with the comfort of a pair of sneakers. The Comp 5 does a great job of protecting the ankle area while also keeping your feet in contact with the pegs or floorboards. (Sizes 8-13; Price $110; www.foxracing.com)

Scott Genius MX Boot

The Genius from Scott is one of the most unique looking boots on the market. But, the Genius worth is more than just skin deep. The Scott Pivot System protects the lower leg while also allowing the rider to remain mobile. The Genius was designed to be incredibly light and even better: every part on it is replaceable. (Sizes 8-13; Price $500; www.scottusa.com)

A.R.C. MX240V Boot

The MX240V is A.R.C.’s top-of-the-line boot offered at a very competitive price. The boot is constructed of high-quality leather, injection-molded plastic, and employs a hinged ankle for ease of movement. Suede leather heat guards protect the boots from heat and a full-length inner gator helps keep the owner’s feet warm and dry. (Sizes 8-13; Price $170; www.rockymountainatv.com)

O’Neal Piston Element Boot

O’Neal’s piece of the entry-level boot market pie is the Piston Element boot. They are constructed of durable leather with an injection-molded plastic shin plate. The Piston Element has a fully adjustable four-buckle closure system and leather heat shields to help keep your legs looking pretty. (Sizes 6-13; Price $120; www.oneal.com)

Klim Adrenaline Boot

This versatile boot from Klim incorporates a breathable Gore-Tex liner to help keep the rider’s feet warm and dry. A heat-formed plastic frame protects the ankle from excessive lateral movement, while 600 grams of Thinsulate keep your toes nice and toasty without a ton of bulk. Finally, these boots are a trail rider’s dream because, unlike typical MX-style boots, their design makes them really easy to walk around in. (Sizes 5-14;
Price $170; www.klimusa.com)

A.R.C. Corona ATV Boots

Manufactured from genuine leather and injection molded plastic panels, the A.R.C. Corona is a great entry-level boot. It features adjustable buckles, steel toe caps, a suede leather burn guard, and a gator to keep out the crud. (Sizes 7-15; Price $100; www.rockymountainatv.com)

Fly Viper Boot

A 3D shin and molded shift protection, articulated rear ankle, an elastic gaiter, a steel toe guard, adjustable quick lock buckles, a replaceable sole, and top-grade leather construction give the Fly Viper a lot of features for a small, attractive price. (Sizes 6-15; Price $135; www.flyracing.com)

Alpinestars Tech 3 Boot

With buckles inherited from its Tech 10 big brother, a Uniflex anti-torsion design with an integrated ankle brace, and a contoured shin plate, the new Tech 3 boot from Alpinestars gives that Alpinestars fit and finish at a budget-level price. An all-terrain sole with more traction is also available on this model for those who spend a lot of time riding in the mud! (Sizes 5-16; Price $160; www.alpinestars.com)

Alpinestars Tech 10 Boot

When simply the best in boot technology is what you crave, look no further than the Alpinestars Tech 10. The Tech 10 has an internal safety structure that uses torsion bars to control ankle and leg rotation in the event of a crash, while still maintaining the ability for the rider to move around on the machine. The model features a lightweight full-grain leather upper section with an impact and abrasion resistant PU shell on the lower section, designed to protect you’re your favorite phalange and its neighbors. (Sizes 7-14; Price $460; www.alpinestars.com)

TCX FCS Combat Boot

Built on a dual-compound rubber sole, the FCS Combat features TCX’s Forward Control System (FCS). This system allows the rider’s foot and ankle to pivot, while also providing protection. The boot features four adjustable aluminum buckles and leather upper. Best of all, this boot can be had for a reasonable price. (Sizes 7-14; Price $250; www.tcxboots.com)

TCX Pro 2 Boot

TCX’s top of the line boot features its Torsion Control System (TCS) to protect the rider’s foot and ankle area. More features include anodized aluminum buckles, dual-compound rubber sole, and an interchangeable bootie with protective gel inserts. (Sizes 5-14; Price $360; www.tcxboots.com)

Thor Quadrant Boot

With injection-molded medial abrasion and shin plates, a split-grain leather heat shield, and an elastic gator to help deter water and mud from getting your little piggies wet, the Thor Quadrant is a hot-looking boot that won’t break the bank! Add the fully adjustable positively locking buckles and they become an even more attractive possibility for your next boot. (Sizes XXS-XXL; Price $160; www.thormx.com)

No Fear Trophee Boot

No Fear’s Trophee has a leather burn guard, a heavy-duty metal toe cap, and pivoting aluminum buckles that are said to provide a precision fit at a value-oriented price point. (Sizes 6-14; Price $150; www.nofear.com)

Axo Prime Boot

Designed in California and tested all over the world, Axo’s new Prime boot has molded PU plastic throughout and a floating 3D “Dog-Bone” torsion bar support system to resist side-to-side twisting. The fully wrapping sole is also completely replaceable! (Sizes 5-14; Price $275; www.axo.com)