These boots are awesome. Was using road specific boots for ADV riding for a bit and these are a huge upgrade. The thick soles feel great when standing while riding. Keep in mind that these boots are fairly narrow. They killed my wide feet for the first few times I wore them. Literal worst pain. Then eventually broke in and fit really well. Also they squeak a lot.
Been riding my older T7 for a few years, mostly single trail, always challenging myself with steeper hills and obstacles: so I fall A LOT, bike (350EXCF) landing on my feet, feet hitting boulders etc: Bottomline: Great protection. Downside: lack of traction pushing the bike up steel hills after falls etc. HERE COMES the enduro version: Fixed the T7 short comings: So overall great boot, super comfortable, wear them in the garage while working on bike to break them in. Hint: Spray Wax chain lube (type with teflon) in the hinge and squeaks are gone. Thanks Atomic!
Finally purchased a pair of the Gaerne SG-22 Enduro Gore Tex Boots.
I was concerned about sizing but Brian assured me that once I received the boots to try them on and walk around the house a bit to make sure they were the correct size. If they didn't feel right I could exchange them for a different size. Turns out the fit was just right. My feet measure 11" long, I usually wear a 10 or 10-1/2 (mens) but some shoes I take an 11. Well the SG-22 10-1/2 was just right in length and I am very please with the boots so far. I have only two rides to date but here is my impression thus far.
They are STIFF!!! Which is the exact reason I was looking at these boots, I'm 72 and my old bones don't heal the way they use to so I wanted all the protection I could get but still be able to walk around a bit. These boots thus far are just right. I certainly wouldn't go for any kind of hike but walking around is not a problem, sort of like ski boots but with a fare amount more flexibility.
Comfort wise they are good, I have narrow feet so I have taken up the space with a thicker sock but I have also worn them with "regular" thickness socks and they would be fine that way as well.
So far I am very please with my purchase and thankful to Brian for taking the time to email AND call me to discuss sizing, ultimately what he recommended was spot on.
One note though, these are BIG BOOTS and I had to adjust my shift and rear brake lever to accommodate them but easily done and I think that this is not uncommon when using "Off Road" style boots.
Thanks Brian! Thanks Atomic Moto!!
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Awesome product- so much help returning the gift that he didn’t like, and ordering the one her wanted!
Fantastic, comfortable boots, and even better customer service!
Brian offers unparalleled customer service and I could not be more pleased with my purchase. Will be returning for all future moto needs.