If you spend any time off-road, you know your boots can make or break a ride. The new Alpinestars Tech 7 Enduro boots are built with that in mind, and after putting them through their paces, here’s the straight scoop.
Right out of the box, they feel solid. The hinge system makes them move better than most stiff moto boots, but don’t expect slipper-like comfort on day one. These things need a little break-in. Once they loosen up, though, the pivot really helps with shifting and brake feel while still keeping your ankles protected when you clip a rock or land awkwardly.
The sole is one of the best features here. It’s more aggressive than the standard Tech 7, so when you’re dabbing a foot on slick roots or climbing up a muddy hill, you’ve got real bite. On the pegs, they lock in nicely, which is exactly what you want when you’re picking your way through technical terrain.
Protection is classic Alpinestars—big shin plate, reinforced toe box, steel shank underfoot, and plenty of side armor. They feel like a proper shield for your lower legs without being so bulky that you can’t ride. The buckles are also much improved over older versions: easy to snap shut, even when the boots are caked in mud.
Are they perfect? No, they still squeak when you walk, and you might need to adjust your shift lever to deal with the tall toe box. And unless you spring for the Drystar version, don’t expect them to keep your feet dry in a river crossing. But if your priority is protection, grip, and durability for serious off-road riding, these boots deliver.
Bottom line: the Tech 7 Enduro is a boot you can trust when the trail gets gnarly. They take some time to break in and they’re not cheap, but they feel bombproof once you’re in the saddle. If you’re the kind of rider who’d rather deal with a little stiffness up front than a busted ankle later, these are worth a spot in your gear bag.
Key Features
- The ‘Enduro’ spec dual compound sole is seamlessly integrated into the multi-density foot base structure with built-in support to offer superior durability, grip, and feel while riding, and enhanced performance on the shifter.
- Expanded calf adjustment range for an optimized fit.
•Softened front foot flex zone for enhanced mobility, on and off the bike.
Protection
- Extensive TPU protection on the toes, foot, heel, ankle, calf, and shin, with extra durable compounds on the toe box and heel to further bolster impact resistance.
- Contoured shin and ankle protectors for excellent levels of impact and abrasion resistance.
- Soft reinforcements on the ankles for long lasting comfort and shock absorption.
- The front flexion is supported and enhanced with a progressive design, featuring shock-absorbing inserts in the front bellow for optimum performance.
- The medial-facing side incorporates a TPU panel with specially designed sculpturing for maximum grip contact with the bike and improved heat and abrasion resistance.
- The Tech 7 Enduro Boot is CE certified to EN 13634:2017.
$489.95
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