With Atomic Motos help with sizing I ended up with a great fitting boot that has very good protection and comfort very happy with my purchase.
I've only put a couple of gas tanks on these boots so far, but they were immediately comfortable right out of the box. The 4 buckles and velcro at the top all made the fit easy to customize to my foot. The flex feels really natural and creates a much wider range of motion that I expected, but still feels stiff and supportive everywhere. Thank you, Brian for the recommendation! I didn't know much about Gaerne before chatting, and I'm really glad you suggested I look into them. Thanks!
Purchased the Jarvis White and the black wore both around the shop for a couple of hours (everyone said hard to break in ) we went on a four day trip and wore them almost all day each alternating days they’re great no tight spots and the Gaerne buckles are way better than my previous brand Highly recommended
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!!
al
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.