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Premium Motocross Boot Comparison
When it comes to choosing a premium motocross or off-road boot, there are so many options available that it can become overwhelming.
In this guide, we compare the main features of the best premium dirt bike riding boots.
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TCX Evo 2 boots:
The TCX Evo 2 boots utilise an ankle reinforcement in the Double Flex Control System, for greater protection and support, while the rubber sole is a unique one, being made by Michelin. The boot also comes with four buckles and double density foam around the ankle.
Price: $599.95
Weight: 2170g (Size 10)
Key features: Double Flex Control System, Michelin rubber sole, four buckles
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Gaerne SG-10 boots:
The Gaerne SG-10 is a tried and proven motocross boot, boasting a long-lasting traditional style sole, aluminium buckles, and gel padded interior for maximum comfort. The boot is bolstered by a hinged calf ankle support system, providing excellent mobility, comfort and support.
Price: $599.95
Weight: 2115g (Size 10)
Key features: Traditional sole, gel-padded interior, hinged calf ankle support.
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Fox Racing Instinct boots:
The Fox Instinct boot has been a popular favourite amongst riders and racers, and it's the most affordable in the premium boot market. Using a modern moulded sole and stylish overall design, the boot features a hinge protection system that provides lateral support and locks out motion before hyperflexion. The super-comfortable boot also utilises four buckles, adding to the support and ease of natural movement while on the controls.
Price: $649.95
Weight: 1875g (Size 10)
Key features: Moulded sole, four buckles, hinge lockout protection system, low-profile toe box.
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Forma Predator 2.0 boots:
The Forma Predator 2.0 boot has surged in popularity amongst MX and enduro riders. The boot's protection system, named FCS, is essentially an ankle brace that has a support frame built into the main structure of the boots. They're light, durable, comfortable, and have great movement and feel on the controls.
Price: $649.95
Weight: 2170g (Size 10)
Key features: FCS protection system, traditional sole, CE certified.
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Sidi Crossfire 2 boots:
The Sidi Crossfire 2 is essentially the same boot as the Crossfire 3 SRS in terms of protection, however rather than a moulded sole, it uses a traditional stitched sole. The Crossfire 2 comes with Dual Flex ankle protection system and adjustable calf system, and is highly serviceable with a large range of spare parts available to purchase.
Price: $699.95
Weight: 2100g (Size 10)
Key features: Dual Flex ankle protection, adjustable calf system, traditional sole.
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Alpinestars Tech 10 boots:
Alpinestars has revolutionised MX boots, and its premier Tech 10 boot is the result of all the advances in technology that it's made. The boot boasts a medial and lateral double pivot system for enhanced flexibility and precision control, as well as an engineered front flexion control that dampens and absorbs impact energies. Utilising a three-buckle system, to boot also features an inner boot for increased protection, support and comfort.
Price: $749.95
Weight: 2025g (Size 10)
Key features: Medial and lateral double pivot system, engineered front flexion control, comfortable and supportive inner-boot.
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Gaerne SG-12 boots:
Gaerne has long been a major player in the dirt bike boot market, and its flagship SG-12 model is one of the best products available. The boot offers an advanced Dual Stage Pivot System, which uses two pivot points to allow for natural movement while providing lateral support and absorbs shock under unwanted compression. The boot also features a four-buckle system, inner grip guard, and a traditional-style dual composite anti-shock rubber sole.
Price: $769.95
Weight: 2145g (Size 10)
Key features: Dual State Pivot System, four buckles, traditional style anti-shock rubber sole.
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Sidi Atojo SRS boots:
The Sidi Atojo SRS is an all-new motocross boot released by Sidi which only recently hit the market. The Atojo uses a similar Flex ankle protection system to the Crossfire 3, although its significantly lightweight design means it doesn't have the serviceable capabilities of the Crossfire. The boot uses a mainly stitched construction, which increases comfort and movement.
Price: $799.95
Weight: 1825g (Size 10)
Key features: Flex ankle protection, lightweight design, mainly stitched construction.
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Sidi Crossfire 3 SRS boots:
The Sidi Crossfire range has been in the premium dirt bike boot market for well over a decade, and the Crossfire 3 SRS is the latest iteration of the popular model. The boot offers a Dual Flex ankle protection system which prevents motion beyond anatomical limits that may cause injury, without restricting normal movement. The Crossfire 3 SRS is also highly serviceable in comparison to other boots, as it uses hardware instead of stitching meaning almost every part is replaceable.
Price: $819.95
Weight: 2160g (Size 10)
Key features: Dual Flex ankle protection system, moulded sole, highly serviceable with an extensive range of replacement parts.
Learn more about entry-level boots: Entry-Level Motocross Boot Comparison
Learn more about mid-level boots: Mid-level Motocross Boot Comparison
Learn more about dirt bike boots: Ultimate Guide to Dirt Bike Boots
Learn which dirt bike boots to buy: The MXstore Boots Buying Guide
Learn how to look after your boots: How To Care and Clean your Dirt Bike Boots