Overall, I’ve been really stoked on the Tech 10’s and feel if you are a junior, intermediate to expert level rider, you should spend the additional $240 for the upgrade. It almost was a deal breaker for me at the shop as I’m a skinny dude and didn’t like the thought of having larger boots hanging onto me but they weight about the same with the recent revision and while riding I got used to them after about 1.5-2 hours of ride time. That being said, they are larger boots than the 7’s. I felt like with the Tech 7’s I almost had to hold back as the snap on the ankle when hitting into the face of the roller would hurt but the Tech 10’s I didn’t get that initial sting. We have some rollers on my local track and my first lap out, I could feel the difference on my bad ankle bouncing into them. On the bike I noticed how much more plush the boots felt like in the boot bed but while being a stiffer boot, it gave me a more supported feel while riding around. I hit up a buddy who owned a pair and he gave me this tip! Changed my life! Lol. 8) It’s actually why I initially decided to hold off on the Tech 10’s and asked the store to order some Fox Instincts because I was not a fan of the booty. Quick tip! Put the inner booty all the way into the boot and then put your foot into the boot! My first time at the moto shop I was slamming my foot into the boot like a ski boot and it was not fun at all. ![]() The largest con is the lack of Achilles heel protecting which made me no longer consider another pair.Īlpinestars Tech 10’s - Overall Value: 10/10 Comfortable and still offer solid support Those who are younger and beginners I would recommend the Tech 7’s because: Most individuals feel that the boot provides plenty of support and this does not occur, but I have pretty weak and skinny joints that get upset easily. From there it became a nagging issue, but this tends to be the case with my joints and after about a year my ankle is just about good to go. I will admit that I feel for more junior to pro level riders (that are in adult sizes) should spend the extra $240 for the Tech 10’s as I feel the extra support and protection is worth the investment.ĭisclosure about the injury: The ankle injury wasn’t anything crazy as I just got home after a Wednesday night track session (They are fairly short and you only get about 1-1.5 hours of ride time) and when I got the boots off and took a shower my ankle was burning hot and felt as if I had sprained it. ![]() Overall, I really like these boots and feel that for a lot of people, they are a great option to get into the sport with the overall great durability, highly functioning metal buckles, and great out of the box comfort. They have about 300 hours on them and I still would be using them today, but I had a small ankle injury in them last fall that made me start to consider getting another pair of boots. I first purchased these in spring 2017 and used these until summer of 2020. I wear size 8’s in the Tech 7’s and Size 9 in the Tech 10’s.Īlpinestars Tech 7’s - Overall Value: 9/10 Shoe Size: 9 in Vans, 9.5 in Nike, 8.5 in Danner work boots, and 9 in most dress shoes. Junior Level MX Rider with 4 years of experience. The sole is replaceable.I'm back with another write up! Sorry they are long but I'm trying to be quite thorough and I hope this helps a few dudes who're currently on the fence like I was when it was time for another pair of boots. Alpinestars’ exclusive high grip rubber compound outsole provides grip and traction on various surfaces and is profiled to provide control and feel on the bike’s footpegs.Replaceable EVA footbed with textile lining on top provides arch support and comfort.Entire textile interior lining for improved levels of comfort and moisture-management.Soft foam surrounds the ankles and collar offering comfort and shock absorbing performance.Innovative one-piece TPU injected dual compound foot shell, reinforced by a metal shank inside a co-injected toe reinforce-ment.This closure includes a micro-adjustable ratchet with memory and a quick release/ locking system with self-aligning de- sign for easy, precise closure.New closure system includes 3 polymer buckles with an innovative closure system. ![]() The ergonomic TPU triple buckle straps allow smooth frontal flex from the medial protector to the lateral side without compromising range of movement.Bio-mechanical medial blade system allows front rear flex giving support and protection to the ankle.The TPU higher medial protector is designed with technical texture for improved grip. ![]() Injected TPU shin plate connected with the TPU medial protector panel hook and loop grip upper closure, plus TPR flap for broad ranging calf fit adjustment and support.Extended PU synthetic gaiter helps seal out excessive water and dirt entry.
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