tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776318709416054670.post8500718354906843516..comments2024-03-20T13:35:46.089-04:00Comments on Life on two wheels: Getting ready for the 2011 riding seasonDavid Massehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09346419242154545286noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776318709416054670.post-40805882396361852402011-01-31T13:13:17.321-05:002011-01-31T13:13:17.321-05:00Thanks to Belkwinith, Rick and Orin for your comme...Thanks to Belkwinith, Rick and Orin for your comments. I will be sure to post where I end up on the footwear. Last season I used my 30 year-old Swiss hiking boots (indestructible Vibram sole, really thick, buttery waterproof leather uppers). The only thing they are missing is that vinyl disk ankle protector similar to the ones in soccer shin pads. To be continued...David Massehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09346419242154545286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776318709416054670.post-4007210420378713372011-01-31T02:40:24.912-05:002011-01-31T02:40:24.912-05:00David, I would suggest high-top hiking boots, or s...David, I would suggest high-top hiking boots, or similar construction boots. Most motorcycle boots are designed with the idea that you will be shifting gears with your toes, and that your legs and feet are near moving suspension and drivetrain components. No shifting on an LX 150, and all the moving parts are underneath the body.<br /><br />__Orin<br /><a href="http://www.scootinoldskool.com" rel="nofollow">Scootin' Old Skool</a>Orinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16135309284838958912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776318709416054670.post-13353112015876149552011-01-30T15:55:45.669-05:002011-01-30T15:55:45.669-05:00I have to agree. Ankle protection is key. My co-wo...I have to agree. Ankle protection is key. My co-worker has kids in motocross and he told me the best thing I could do for myself is to get real boots with ankle protection. Not good for strolling about, but you can always change them out when you get to your destination.<br />Of course right now I am rocking the Harley Davidson boots and pink Sketchers, so I am one to talk.<br />Will be checking out lots of gear at the Chicago International Motorcycle Show. Keep Blogging!Belkwinithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14676987502667287358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776318709416054670.post-74693901312227254652011-01-28T14:08:22.735-05:002011-01-28T14:08:22.735-05:00Thanks Rick, much appreciated, I will be sure to c...Thanks Rick, much appreciated, I will be sure to check those out.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776318709416054670.post-77931057913556075372011-01-27T18:08:22.602-05:002011-01-27T18:08:22.602-05:00David, take a look at Icon Super Duty 3 boots. On...David, take a look at Icon Super Duty 3 boots. One thing most work boots won't offer is good ankle protection and that's the part of your foot that is most prone to damage in an accident. I'm very happy with my Icon boots. They provide great support and they're quite comfortable.Ricknoreply@blogger.com