Worth the extra for all year riding

Im a 365 biker so wanted to get something that ticks all the boxes waterproof, warm, protective and durable so this is my first adventure style boot. The soles are fairly chunky and take a little getting used to for gear changes and braking. Also the armour and stiffness of the boot make walking in them a little awkward at first but this has eased off now and they are very comfortable. As mentioned in other posts there is a lot of squeeking when walking regardless of wet or dry. I tested the water proofing in the bath, bone dry, the goretex liner comes right to the top of the boot. I usually wear jeans and over trousers but the calf's are a snug fit so need to leave the over trousers over the boot rather than tucked in. After using the clasp buckle system I think I will stay away from zips forever now, clasps are far superior. I think a 3rd adjustable buckle may have been better than velcro as some of the velco becomes exposed and may wear with the elements over time but i dont think its a big problem. Finally the build quality, stitching, seems etc look great, I think this boot should last a long time and is worth the extra expense. 4 stars because of the queeking, otherwise I can't fault them.

AT LAST A BOOT THAT FITS AND IS COMFORTABLE

When I came into the shop I had three needs: 1- the boots had to be wide: 2 -they had to be taller than my existing boots: 3 - I was looking for a gor-text boot under £300: Due to my really flat broad wide feet it nearly took two hours to find a boot that fitted. I have to say, all the staff were patient and very, very helpful. I am a size 10/45. In this size, the boot was a bit tight. I asked for the next size up (getting jaded at this point). They fitted like a glove! My first need was sorted and the third need was also sorted. If any one has a foot wide problem it really is worth getting these boots and in a size up. Pulling the boot on, the boots fitted snugly around my shin and calf and the design gave plenty of room to get my flat/wide feet in comfortably. These are taller, which ticked all three of my needs. I never thought I would own a snazzy looking boot like these. All my other boots have been plane black and just functional. I can see all these snazzy parts on the boot and by the specifications, these design features have a purpose. Longest I have worn these so far is for two hours. My feet never sweated or uncomfortable. So I guess these snazzy features are working. It is always a worry when you buy new motorcycle boots that you won't be able to break them quick enough to allow yourself to feel the gear changer and back brake. On the 25 mile journey back home, they didn't take long to feel the gear changer and the back brake. Having ridden through the wet lately the boots kept me dry. A big thank you guys for your help and guidance as always

Excellent!!!

I'm in love with these boots. So many people have written so much about them... I can only join the choir. Very nice feel on your feet. Brilliant job from Sidi. Oh, size doesn't really matter (as SportsBikeShop is fantastic with return/exchange), but I managed to get it perfect on first try. And even was lucky(?) enough to not get the "Sidi-squeak"! ;-))) Totally worth it.