These boots are actually lighter than I thought they would be and are very comfortable. Surprising for a full protection boot!
First set of MX/Enduro boots after a decade and a half of touring/ADV softer boots. A little trepidation about making the switch but in my mind getting the extra protection is a good call. I ride mostly road but here in CO almost any road will lead to a dirt road and any dirt road will, at any time turn to sand or or rocks or ruts or mud so better to be prepared. Before talking about the boots a word about the great buying experience with Atomic-Moto, great unbiased advice, super simple shipping and returns.
I tried both the X-power SC and a pair of A-stars Tech 7. Given the completely different feel of these stiffer boots than I had ever experienced both boots were surprisingly comfortable. Definitely no desire to hike in them but okay for general waking around - wore them around the house and garage for an hour two each a couple of times. Decided to go with the Sidi for a couple of reasons. They were definitely wider and more comfortable in the toe box. They felt lower and lighter than the Tech 7. I like the ease and orientation of the buckles more. Although I wonder how well the little plastic tabs that hold the adjustment will last over time. On the bike I did need to adjust the shift lever a bit higher - brake is fine. Shifting is different than with a boot that allows your ankle to flex down but even after just a couple of hundred miles of short day rides it is easy enough to get used to.
I live in a tropical climate with extreme high humidity levels, I love this jersey, it allows me to have maximum breathability and still ride with protections. It's not usable for highway driving of course, but in city rides it's way better than a jacket.
These shorts are very comfortable and true to size, protection pads aren't the best but for sure better than nothing. I love the sacrum pad btw
I had two zippers fail on my Badland Pro pants. Brian arranged for Klim to repair them with no hassle, excellent service by Atomic Moto (as I've come to expect) and nice to know Klim stand behind their products.
This is my second pair of Sidi Adventure 2 boots. I purchased the first pair seven or eight years ago and rode across Europe\Russia with multiple days of rain. The boots were awesome and always kept my feet dry and are still in excellent condition. When I decided to purchase a second pair, in brown, Brian at Atomic Moto was able to provide them when other major retailers did not have availability.
Super comfy right out of the dam box. And as usual for Alpine stars riding gear the quality was top-notch.