Sidi Vertigo

 

Vertigo doesn't even compare with the level of protection :lao

 

A recommendation by a local dealer was the Alpinestars Supertech R - the best protection they offer and comfortable enough to walk around in off the bike. Not as comfortable as some of the more road-oriented models like their SMX series, but relatively comfy.

I ride primarily on the street, using my bike for both commuting to work and weekend sport rides that stretch beyond six hours. The first boots that I bought were extremely protective and very uncomfortable. When I recognized how often I left the boots at home, I went shopping with different priorities. I picked up the Puma Desmos - decent protection and outstanding comfort - and they fell apart a year later due to poor zipper design. Now, I'm wearing Alpinestars SMX-5s. They're more protective than the Desmos and only marginally less comfortable. Vanity aside, they serve my purposes well.

At the time I picked up the SMX-5s, I checked out the Dainese Torque boots. They're definitely nice and stylish, but I didn't get the impression that they offered more protection. It surprises me that you believe they exceed the protection of the Sidi Vertigos, unless I'm misunderstanding you.

 

the reason i believe that is because of the ankle brace.

Sidi Vortice (the flagship) has an ankle brace, but i have heard reviews from a few people that compared to the INNERBOOT ankle brace it does not compare at all in the level of protection.

Daytona Evo Security is rated as #1, Evo Sport rated #2.

Dainese is the only one i've seen so far that has the inner boot ankle brace that is similar to the Evo Daytona.

Originally i was going to buy Sidis, and i admit they have quality stuff, but I'm demanding the best money can buy, so that's what i'm doing

 

Oh, wow thats pretty bad.

I have the technic speedstar kangaroo boot that was on close-out on STG for awhile, and I believe its almost the same as the Daytona boot, and the ankle is very stiff sideways like that. .

Crashed twice in them (one a slow crash on the street, the other about 60-70 on the track), once my foot was stuck under the bike, and they held up great, still use them.