When it comes to riding in the rain there is nothing worse than soggy socks. So stop shivering as we have looked over what is available on the market to show you a selection of waterproof boots in a price bracket ranging from under £70 to over £250.
Dainese ST TRQ-Tour Gore-Tex
Dainese ST TRQ-Tour Gore-Tex
Dainese ST TRQ-Tour Gore-Tex
Dainese say that the ST TRQ-Tour Gore-Tex boot has been developed to combine the waterproofing and comfort of a touring boot with the high level of safety and riding precision of a sports boot. To go about this the ST TRQ-Tour Gore-Tex is constructed from cowhide and a durable fabric upper, with additional elasticated fabric sections to ensure optimum fit. The foot is protected with a heavy-duty plastic heel support and shin guard, with additional support to the ankle through Dainese's D-Axial anti-twist system. To complete the sleak design the boot is closed at the rear by a full-length zip.
Price: £189.99
Sizes: 39 - 47
Colours: Black
XPD VR6 H2Out
XPD VR6 H2Out
XPD VR6 H2Out
The VR6 H2Out is the waterproof evolution of XPD's sport boot of a similar name. Aimed at capable sport touring riders, this boot features a H2Out membrane; to repel water and offer windproofing. Since the VR6 H2Out is derived from the sports boot, the foot is well protected with reinforcement to the heel and toes. At the calf there is an accordion stretch panel and the boot is fastened with a full-length zip and Velcro strap.
Price: £169.99
Sizes: 39 - 47
Colours: Black
Held Argon
Held Argon
Held Argon
Held are backing up their German heritage by becoming one of the silent innovators in motorcycle gear, and with their new-for-2012 Argon they have introduced BOA lacing to boots. Rather than use it as a gimmick, Held have applied the dial system to tighten the boot around the foot and ensure that the heel and ankle are fully secure within the dual-sided protection. Made up of full-grain cowhide, the Argon uses a HydroGuard membrane allowing the boot to be waterproof, windproof and breathable.
Price: £166.99
Sizes: 37 - 47
Colours: Black
Alpinestars SMX-R GTX
Alpinestars SMX-R GTX
Alpinestars SMX-R GTX
Alpinestars have taken their successful road and track SMX-R boot and added a Gore-Tex lining to create the ultimate in all-weather sport riding footwear. The SMX-R is fully CE certified with protection to the shin, calf and ankle. Together with this support the boot allows for maximum comfort with calf adjustment and a contoured foot bed, which is combined with Alpinestars favourable rubber sole for a high level of feel.
Price: £249.99
Sizes: 37 - 50
Colours: Black
Stylmartin Street Carbon
Stylmartin Street Carbon
Stylmartin Street Carbon
Stylmartin used to protect the feet of a certain Eddie Lawson. The Italian manufacturer is still around today and the Street Carbon is their waterproof offering. The boot uses a water repellent full grain leather combined with a waterproof lining to keep feet dry. Protection is maintained with a carbon fibre ankle support and a fixed heel. The boot is fastened through a zipper and Velcro strap.
Price: £189.99
Sizes: 39 - 47
Colours: Black
W2 ST10
W2 ST10
W2 ST10
The ST10 boot is an all-weather sports offering from W2. Constructed from leather, the boot features an integrated waterproof lining and takes on a more sports-orientated design with a trainer style sole, plastic toe sliders and accordion flex panels for maneuverability whilst riding. Internally there is a removable anatomical foot bed and the boot is secured with a zip and Velcro strap.
Price: £149.99
Sizes: 41 - 47
Colours: Black
Sidi Cobra Gore
Sidi Cobra Gore
Sidi Cobra Gore
The all-black Cobra Gore is a high-end boot from Sidi, targeted as an all-year round sport boot. The upper is built up of waterproof material and has a Gore-Tex membrane. The protective elements in the Cobra Gore includes a shock absorbing heel cup and moulded plastic at the key impacts areas of the foot. Internally there is a nylon sole and removable arch support, and the boot is secured with a zipper and Velcro strap.
Price: £274.95
Sizes: 37 - 49
Colours: Black
Weise Monza
Weise Monza
Weise Monza
The Monza is an affordable boot from Weise designed for sports touring. With a leather upper the boot has a lining which is both waterproof and breathable. For protection, reinforcement is made to the shin plate, toe-cap and heel area with the ankle also gaining support. For comfort there are stretch panels to the bridge of the foot and heel. The Monza is fastened with a zip and Velcro strap.
Price: £119.99
Sizes: 39 - 46
Colours: Black
Spada Seeker
Spada Seeker
Spada Seeker
Being at the more affordable end of the waterproof boot spectrum does not mean that the Spada Seeker is lacking in the specification department. Up against pricier footwear Spada boasts that the Seeker is a 100% waterproof leather touring boot for a smidgen under £70. Other notable features include an anti-slip and moulded sole, double layered gear shift panel and elasticated panelling for comfort.
Price: £69.95
Sizes: 41 - 47
Colours: Black
TCX X-Tour GTX
The X-Tour from TCX has a waterproof, windproof and breathable Gore-Tex membrane. As a touring boot, the X-Tour has features that lean towards absolute comfort with an adjustable fit system around the calf and an anatomical sole. Protection comes in the form of hard supported areas around the ankle and toes.
Price: £199.99
Sizes: 36 - 49
Colours: Black
Spyke Roadrunner
Spyke Roadrunner
Spyke Roadrunner
Along with a waterproof membrane, the Roadrunner from Spyke features shock absortion protection to the ankle through hard plastic with additional shielding given to the heel and shin. The waterproof sport boot is constructed from leather and is secured with a zip and Velcro strap.
Price: £149.99
Sizes: 40 - 47
Colours: Black
