The trouble with most motorcycle boots is that they’re a compromise. If you’re looking for a helmet or jacket, you’re spoilt for choice. But with boots, you normally have just two options: racing-style boots that are safe but not particularly comfortable, or street boots that won’t protect you very well. So it’s good to see a third, more stylish option, provided by a new company called Vitesse Moto. It’s the brainchild of John Mollanger, a bike nut who’s worked at the top level of both Nike and Puma and now headed out on his own. “Our boots are inspired by everyday footwear—from dress shoes to sneakers, from work boots to casual styles,” he says. And yes, they look terrific. Even better, these boots should have the performance to match their styling. Vitesse has patented a construction system it calls ‘V-Cockpit’, with a monobloc chassis that integrates the comfort and protection elements of the boot. There will be three styles to choose from, as shown above, with prices ranging from US$200 to US$260. Get more details from the Vitesse Moto website.
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Not bad – I also like the Puma range as well, who do a street style range as well as serious boots.
still look like TRON boots
Interesting…but I think I’ll stick with my Vendramini Desert Alp Elephants.
They look kinda weird, but have great support & are very well made, though the quality is definitely reflected in the price tag $$$$.
I think they look much more stylish than most boots. Esp the brown one – I imagine the fit will be good with the laces too.
less boots more bikes, thanks.
“less boots more bikes, thanks.”
Why is some people just don’t get it??
I like these. So far it seemed like if you wanted real protection you had to look like a ninja turtle, but these have style.
I’m a huge proponent of variety-but man, Sidis have been so good to me, I doubt I’ll ever change.
Wow, I really like those – seems like a great idea too, I’m surprised it’s taken this long. I might have to pick a set of those up sometime.
I want.
Any U.S. retailers carry these yet?
if you want stylish safe and extremely well made boots check out vendramini
The brown laced ones are the only ones that look very different than any other brand.
I’d just love to find a place that sandwiched the plates imbetween layers to that the boots would look conventional on the outside but still be armored. Or maybe used d3o or something instead.