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In a message dated 12/17/01 3:51:06 PM Central Standard Time, DSN_klr650@yahoogroups.com writes:

> I have a pair of Heine and Gerike Concord boots size 13 I would like to > sell. > They are one year old and retail for $120.00 they are in very good > condition. I am asking $60.00 plus shipping costs. >

Soory dude, I'm in the market but yours are too big. Merry Christmas Jim Texas Thumpin [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

My .02 is that nothing truly suitable for offroad won't look enduro as MX boots are made the way they are for a reason. Offroad, you want protection from broken ankles and tree stumps/rocks. Nothing for the street even comes close to the lightest weight MX boots in that category. I find my Alpinestars Tech 4's about as light as I would want offroad. All that waiver aside, if you don't really care about offroad protection, I highly recommend Oxtar Matrix boots for the road. Very comfortable and waterproof too. They tend to run a bit large, I would say to go for whatever a US 12 converts to for their sizing. They have shin and ankle abrasion protection for the street.

On 8/21/06, rschulte46 wrote: > I am looking for boots, but do not know where to start. There are just > too many at rediculous prices. If you have a recommendation that fits > my needs, I would love to hear from you. > > Requirements: > Suitable for an elderly rider who spends 90% on pavement and the > balance on two track...I do not need industrial strength boots. > > Suitable for road use and don't appear too enduro looking. > > Available in larger sizes 12-13 > Reasonably priced...say =< $175.00 > > Just give me a jump start in the general direction. > > Thanks, > > Capt. Bob in CT. > > > > > > > Archive Quicksearch at: http://www.angelfire.com/ut/moab/klr650_data_search.html > List sponsored by Dual Sport News at: www.dualsportnews.com > List FAQ courtesy of Chris Krok at: www.bigcee.com/klr650faq.html > Member Map at: http://www.frappr.com/dsnklr650 > Yahoo! Groups Links > > > > > > >

Bob, Sidi Canyons are probably best for your needs. Actually, any of the "Waterproof street and touring boots" would be good. http://www.newenough.com/product_group_boots_sidi.htm They have other brands that you might like too. I just bought a pair of Shift Combat Boots but they're too big to cover with any pants I have and look kinda goofy when I tuck pants legs in them so I had to buy some MX riding pants. -Bobby

> -----Original Message----- > From: rschulte46 > > I am looking for boots, but do not know where to start. There > are just too many at rediculous prices. If you have a > recommendation that fits my needs, I would love to hear from you. > > Requirements: > Suitable for an elderly rider who spends 90% on pavement and > the balance on two track...I do not need industrial strength boots. > > Suitable for road use and don't appear too enduro looking. > > Available in larger sizes 12-13 > Reasonably priced...say =< $175.00 > > Just give me a jump start in the general direction. > > Thanks, > > Capt. Bob in CT.

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "rschulte46" wrote:

> > I am looking for boots, but do not know where to start. There are just > too many at rediculous prices. If you have a recommendation that fits > my needs, I would love to hear from you. > > Requirements: > Suitable for an elderly rider who spends 90% on pavement and the > balance on two track...I do not need industrial strength boots. >

Then I recommend Capitano Luigi's Butti di Frutti.

I have a pair of never worn Alpinestars Tech 3's MX boots. Size 13. Why didn't I wear them? They are too heavy for me. I'd like $40 for the pair + shipping. I can make a digital photo of them if you are interested. George Escondido, Ca . Chris wrote:

> > My .02 is that nothing truly suitable for offroad won't look enduro as > MX boots are made the way they are for a reason. Offroad, you want > protection from broken ankles and tree stumps/rocks. Nothing for the > street even comes close to the lightest weight MX boots in that > category. I find my Alpinestars Tech 4's about as light as I would > want offroad. > > All that waiver aside, if you don't really care about offroad > protection, I highly recommend Oxtar Matrix boots for the road. Very > comfortable and waterproof too. They tend to run a bit large, I would > say to go for whatever a US 12 converts to for their sizing. They > have shin and ankle abrasion protection for the street. > > On 8/21/06, rschulte46 > wrote: > > I am looking for boots, but do not know where to start. There are just > > too many at rediculous prices. If you have a recommendation that fits > > my needs, I would love to hear from you. > > > > Requirements: > > Suitable for an elderly rider who spends 90% on pavement and the > > balance on two track...I do not need industrial strength boots. > > > > Suitable for road use and don't appear too enduro looking. > > > > Available in larger sizes 12-13 > > Reasonably priced...say =< $175.00 > > > > Just give me a jump start in the general direction. > > > > Thanks, > > > > Capt. Bob in CT. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Archive Quicksearch at: > http://www.angelfire.com/ut/moab/klr650_data_search.html > http://www.angelfire.com/ut/moab/klr650_data_search.html> > > List sponsored by Dual Sport News at: www.dualsportnews.com > > List FAQ courtesy of Chris Krok at: www.bigcee.com/klr650faq.html > > Member Map at: http://www.frappr.com/dsnklr650 > http://www.frappr.com/dsnklr650> > > Yahoo! Groups Links > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG Free Edition. > Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.4/424 - Release Date: 8/21/2006 >

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--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "rschulte46" wrote:

> > I am looking for boots, but do not know where to start. There are

just

> too many at rediculous prices. If you have a recommendation that

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> my needs, I would love to hear from you. > > Requirements: > Suitable for an elderly rider who spends 90% on pavement and the > balance on two track...I do not need industrial strength boots. > > Suitable for road use and don't appear too enduro looking. > > Available in larger sizes 12-13 > Reasonably priced...say =< $175.00 > > Just give me a jump start in the general direction. > > Thanks, > > Capt. Bob in CT. >

Hi Bob, Have you considered a pair of military combat boots. They have high tops and have excellent ankle support. You can even buy something like DANNER combat boots that have insulation, and or GORTEX built right in. Generic combat boots were what I wore for years before I got lucky and bought a pair of nearly new MX boots for $60 on ebay (this fall, there will be a lot of boots for sale). google -- combat boots -- and this is what I found. This is just the first 5 of a zillion. Sponsored LinksCombat Boots www.ArmySurplusWorld.com Specializing in Military and Army Surplus Footwear and Accessories. Buy Military Boots www.uscav.com U.S. Cavalry has over 100 styles of military and tactical boots. Combat boots from FlyingTigersSurplus.comCombat boots from your online military surplus store, FlyingTigersSurplus.com. combat-boots.flyingtigerssurplus.com/ - 11k - Cached - Similar pages Belleville Shoe Flight and Combat Boot InformationUS Military Approved Flight Boots. US Military Approved Combat Boots. Non Steel Toe ... Hot Weather Desert Safety Toe Flight Boot 330DES ST combat boot ... www.bellevilleshoe.com/public/public_5.htm - 46k - Cached - Similar pages Combat boot - Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaModern combat boots are designed to provide a combination of grip, ... Variations on the basic lace up combat boot have been designed for special types of ... en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Combat_boot - 17k - Cached - Similar pages Tactical Gear, Combat Boots, Military Clothing and more! - AFMO.comArmed Forces Merchandise Outlet supplies outstanding tactical footwear, uniforms, and gear to law enforcement, military, and public safety professionals. www.afmo.com/ - 64k - Aug 20, 2006 - Cached - Similar pages BIG BLACK BOOTS - Wesco Combat BootsBIG BLACK BOOTS (c) sells: Wesco boots, Dehner boots, Grinders boots and Vanson Leathers. Stock sizes or custom made - all heights, sizes and widths. www.boot.com/bwcombat.htm - 17k - Cached - Similar pages CombatBoots.com: Combat Boots,Military BootsCombat boots and Military boots from MilitaryClothing.com. www.combatboots.com/ - 8k - Cached - Similar pages Combat Boots - More Categories - Compare Prices, Reviews and Buy ...Combat Boots - 101 results like the Men Tan 8 Inch Desert Combat Boots, Dr. Martens - 9663 Series, Bates DuraShocks Desert Combat Boot, Lowa Men Lowa Combat ... www.nextag.com/combat-boots/search-html - 95k - Cached - Similar pages revmaaatin. no affiliation with google or combat boots (at least not often)

On Tue, 22 Aug 2006 01:04:07 -0000 "rschulte46" writes:

> I am looking for boots, but do not know where to start. There are > just > too many at ridiculous prices. If you have a recommendation that > fits > my needs, I would love to hear from you. > > Requirements: > Suitable for an elderly rider who spends 90% on pavement and the > balance on two track...I do not need industrial strength boots. > > Suitable for road use and don't appear too enduro looking. > > Available in larger sizes 12-13 > Reasonably priced...say =< $175.00 > > Just give me a jump start in the general direction. > > Thanks, > > Capt. Bob in CT.

<><><><><> <><><>> Capt. Bob in CT. May I suggest you consider the Oxtar Matrix boots. I have a pair and they are very comfortable, motorcycle specific and work well protecting my left foot in an unscheduled test two years ago. They are also waterproof to beat the band. One place I've had excellent service from and I think carries them at a very fair price is www.newenough.com . Best, Jeff Saline ABC # 4412 South Dakota Airmarshal Airheads Beemer Club www.airheads.org The Beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota 75 R90/6, 03 KLR650, 79 R100RT

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, Jeff Saline wrote:

> > On Tue, 22 Aug 2006 01:04:07 -0000 "rschulte46" > writes: > > Suitable for an elderly rider who spends 90% on pavement and the > > balance on two track...I do not need industrial strength boots.

Please re-think this. Broken ankles suck, especially at your age. Two-track is prime broken ankle territory.

> > Suitable for road use and don't appear too enduro looking. > > > > Available in larger sizes 12-13 > > Reasonably priced...say =< $175.00

That's going to be hard, good waterproof motorcycle boots have a real Gore-Tex lining, which is expensive.

> May I suggest you consider the Oxtar Matrix boots. I have a pair and > they are very comfortable, motorcycle specific and work well protecting > my left foot in an unscheduled test two years ago. They are also > waterproof to beat the band.

I wear the Oxtar Infinity, the slightly taller "dual-sport" version of the same basic boot. It doesn't look "motocross" (well, slight styling clue on the shin, but that's it), but provides a little more protection than the Matrix in rough terrain. Still not as good of protection as a motocross boot, but you can't jump on your bike wearing motocross boots and go to the mall and walk around half the day (you'd be crippled within a few hundred yards). In short, a good compromise boot for light dual-sporting on two-track plus lots of road time. Note that the Matrix goes around $200, the Infinity goes around $300, but both are very waterproof and will last a long, long time unlike the cheap boots. Whatever boot you buy, make sure it fits your foot. I didn't originally want the Infinity, but the boot I really wanted simply didn't fit my foot, so it's what I ended up with. It's like helmets -- the best helmet is the one that fits your head, and the best boot is the (waterproof and protective!) boot that fits your foot. -E

Listers, Someone was asking about a non motorcross style riding boot. The Oxtar Matrix was suggested a couple of times. I just got an e-mail from www.newenough.com that there is now a Oxtar Matrix 2 boot available. See below for more info. Best, Jeff Saline ABC # 4412 South Dakota Airmarshal Airheads Beemer Club www.airheads.org The Beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota 75 R90/6, 03 KLR650, 79 R100RT <><><><><><><><> <><><><><><><><> Oxtar Matrix 2 GoreTex Waterproof Street Boots What sets the Matrix 2 apart from many other styles? The three key things: 1) cowhide is used as the upper material (as opposed to synthetics used in most other motorcycle boots), 2) genuine Gore-Tex material is used as the waterproofing liner (most folks think Gore-Tex performs better than other brands of breathable/waterproof liners) and 3) the boot is CE rated (not sure that this makes it a better boot necessarily, but it definitely can't be bad). We've sold literally thousands of pair of the Oxtar Matrix boot which was the previous design but very similar and have had terrific feedback from customers as to the comfort and the boot's waterproofing ability. The overall style of the boot is ideal for street riders and commuters. We've been out of the Oxtar Matrix style for months but we now have several pair in our stock and the distributor has plenty to back us up. http://www.newenough.com/oxtar_matrix_goretex_2_boots_page.htm [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]