Consequently, if you’re used to only wearing non-armored adventure boots or to only wearing motorcycle shoes, then do not give up on your Sidi Adventure 2 Gore-Tex boots if they still don’t feel broken in after the first couple of rides. Eventually, the Sidi Adventure 2 Gore-Tex boots will break in. I speak from vast experience with these Adventure 2 Gore-Tex boots. Another standout feature of these boots is their robust shin plate, which offers extensive impact shielding to the lower leg. The sizing of both Forma and this one is slightly off. I'd recommend going .5 bigger than your usual size. I tried 1 size bigger but it was little large. I also tried size 9 but it was too tight. So .5 was better fit. My feet are slightly wider. Performance comes, of course, with a price tag, and the boot costs enough to make it a more realistic option for those who can take advantage of its technological innovations. Peace of mind can be expensive, and innovation isn’t cheap. Both are doubly valuable the longer and more technical your adventure is. Our Verdict Being a fan of the Sidi Crossfire saga of enduro boots, I could not wait to test and review Sidi’s dual-sport motorcycle boots suited for both off-road and on-road: the Sidi Adventure 2 Gore-Tex boots.

You won’t need to slip out of these boots. In fact, one of the best compliments I could give the SIDIs is that I occasionally forgot I was in such a full-featured boot. Even on the longest days, I’d roll to a stop tired, but without that “get me out of this gear,” sensation that comes with poorly designed apparel. There weren’t pressure points, problem areas, or times where the boot constricted feel. Just reliable comfort. As it should be. Most salient of the improvements Sidi has made with the redesign of the Adventure 2 Gore-Tex Boots is the full-height 14 inch Gore-Tex gaiter, which now extends 3 inches higher up the shaft for increased waterproofing - especially useful when fording water crossings.I’ve pretty much worn my Sidi Adventure 2 Gore-Tex boots all year round, including during winter and summer, and these Sidi Adventure 2 Gore-Tex boots are undoubtedly the kind of motorcycle boots to be four-season apt. With some owners, the height of the boots may cause issues in getting the pants or over-pant legs easily in place, although in an offsetting manner, the stiffness of the upper boot facilitates this action. A Traditional Closure System

There are also a huge range of ladies boots with most models having an equivalent that are designed for the female rider. Sizing in some models starts from a tiny 36 (that’s a two) so there’s bound to be something for the slight of foot. Top-quality construction and extremely resilient (i.e. you can crash and crash and then crash some more, and the boots will take it all). A large frontal PU (polyurethane) shin plate is located above the instep flex section, keeping the upper ankle and (sensitive) shins protected from frontal and lateral assaults due to flying objects or semi-immovable things that seem to jump out into your path. Technically, the Gore-Tex membrane contains over 1.4 billion microscopic pores per square cm (that’s 9 billion pores per square inch). And they’re worthwhile additions. For such a cumbersome boot, the Adventure 2 sure feels good on the foot, and once they’re worn in there are no issues with them feeling too stiff or restrictive (though during those first few wears they’ll feel a little stiff).SidiMoto.ca utilise un assortiment d’entrepôt et de compagnies de livraison pour vous faire parvenir votre équipement. C’est fort possible que vous receviez votre commande en plusieurs envois si vous avez plus qu’un article sur celle-ci. The sole area is not built-up in the same layered manner as seen on the REV’IT! Discovery Outdry boots but the cushioning, dampening and protection is there. So, I’ve owned two pairs of the Sidi Adventure 2 Gore-Tex boots over the last three years, and I have put these Adventure 2 Gore-Tex boots from Sidi through our long-term testing and reviewing paces. Lastly, the Sidi Adventure 2 Gore-Tex boots implement a light-reflective panel across their rear (above the heel-cup armor), which I found to really light up at nighttime for enhanced visibility to surrounding traffic. Summarizing rider protection and safety Concerning riding comfort, these are one of the most-comfortable adventure motorcycle boots ever made and that’s despite their heavy-duty armoring.

The ankle flex system, tongue-in-groove achilles protector and other TPU's on the Sidi Adventure 2 have been refined for a slimmer overall profile with better protection, eliminating any clumsiness or bulky feel interfacing with the bike. Strategically-placed flex zones allow for better flexibility right out of the box, resulting in a much shorter break-in period, better walkability, dexterity and comfort. The lining of the boots is a combination of the Gore-Tex membrane and Cambrelle, an oft-used lining that is very strong, feels soft and provides an environment allowing air to circulate around the foot to minimize bacteria build-up that can leads to less pleasant things.Some pretty-impressive advertised specs going on for these Adventure 2 Gore-Tex boots from Sidi, but what’s our final consensus at Motorcycle Gear Hub on these boots? The following are great alternatives as adventure motorcycle boots to the Sidi Adventure 2 Gore-Tex boots that we too recommend after having tested them: The Sidi Adventure 2 Gore-Tex boots offer more-than-enough protection for riders wanting the best of both worlds in motorcycle boots capable of off-road and on-road duties. Pro tip: spray some pure silicone grease across the ratchets and ankle pivots to tame that slight squeaking. Comfort

Whether that’s enough to put you off buying them is your call, but if you can look past it they’re almost perfect. And for these reasons, in a recent group test of adventure styled motorcycle boots, I awarded the Sidi Adventure 2s the ABR Recommended award. The only other adventure boots that can touch them for all-round performance and comfort are the Alpinestars Toucans. Gore-Tex. What more can we say about what is arguably the best membrane or lining to adorn motorcycle boots or for that matter, virtually any other type of footwear? Loving thus far the Sidi Adventure 2 Gore-Tex boots as much as we do? Then get them at great prices HERE, HERE and HERE! Fitment br/>•Flex system - For better racing performance and safety, the boot is equipped with, on the rear support structure, a system similar to Verterbra system used on Sidi's road racing boots making it more flexible and a joint, the Flex System, where the plastic heal ends. Nous expédions de Montréal, et Kamloops et Golden en Colombie-Britannique. Votre commande peut provenir de n’importe quel de ces entrepôts, mais nous nous efforçons toujours de choisir celui qui nous permet de combiner le plus d’articles possible.

Other Observations

The toe box feels bomb proof, and the heel cup isn’t much different. The sole of the boots features a well-designed tread pattern that performs excellently off-road in all conditions, and just as admirably on-road.