A Pair of ATV Boots

Executive summary about ATV Boots by Matt Finley

When riding an ATV, a good pair of ATV boots are a key to protecting your feet, ankles, and lower legs. The biggest different between ATV boots and motocross boots is the height of the boot. ATV boots are lower cut than motocross boots.

ATV boots are especially good at protecting your ankles from twisting and bending.

The Protector ATV Throttle Guard Safety Accessory Re-Review

Executive summary about ATV Accessory by Matt Finley

A while back we reviewed The Protector ATV thumb throttle safety device.

Pros:

1. Provides some protection from accidentally bumping the throttle on a running ATV

2. Easier to install than previous versions

3. Sharp edges on earlier model now covered

Cons: Not effective on quads that don't have automatic transmissions

Improved design makes it easier to install than previous version. Easy to modify to fit non-standard quads.

The newer version of The Protector was installed on a smaller quad this time: A 2005 Suzuki LT80. The youth ATV is much more suited for this type of safety device than the bigger quad we installed the first one on because the youth ATV has an automatic transmission. That means if the throttle is bumped the quad will lunge forward.

Motocross Boots

Motocross boots play a very important role in protecting your feet and ankles when you ride. So always wear your boots! Motocross boots are recommended mostly for racing motocross. There's a few things to consider when deciding what type of boots to buy.

1. What sort of mechanical protection does the boot offer? Look for protection for your shins, toes and ankles. Most boots will have hard plastic shields in these areas. I've seen a rider have his leg dragged over the top of the back wheel of another bike and wedged down against the swingarm, the rider of the bike didn't know what the resistance was and was trying to accelerate away wih the wheel spinning against the downed riders leg. He got himself untangled eventually but not before it made a real mess of his boot. Better his boot then his leg though..

2. Do the boots have a replaceable sole bed? Alpinestars, amongst other manufacturers, have this feature, once the section in front of the heel wears from the footpegs, particularly on the left boot from pivoting over and under the gear lever, you can remove the worn section and screw and glue a new one in.

3. Are the buckles easy to use? Do they seem durable? You're obviously not going to know until you use the boots yourself but you can ask other riders who wear the same dirt bike boots what they think of them or do some research online and find out some opinions from forums etc. That also applies when deciding what brand of motocross boots to buy, decide on a dollar figure that you'll spend and do some research to find what boot has the best features and track record.

Oil your boots regularly to look after the leather and also to help waterproof them. A good quality pair of motocross boots should last a reasonable amount of time, just remember to take good care of them, they have to survive some pretty horrid conditions.

If you plan to buy dirt bike boots on the internet, know your brands of dirt bike & motocross boots:

1. Alpinestars Boots

2. Answer Racing Boots

3. Fox Racing Boots

4. Gaerne Boots

5. Oneal Boots

6. MSR Boots

7. Sidi Boots

8. Thor Boots

Fox Forma Pro Boots Review

Executive summary about fox motocross boots by Brian Korfhage

Motocross Boots are an essential element in dirt bike riding. Top brands include Alpinestars, Fox Racing, Thor, Oneal, MSR and Answer Racing.

Fox has seemingly done the impossible and in our estimation created a nearly flawless motocross boot. About three years ago, Fox enlisted the help of AMA Motocross and Supercross champion James Stewart to help create the greatest motocross boot ever conceived. After 18 months of rigorous on-track testing, Fox has emerged with what is being touted as the greatest MX boot ever, the Forma Pro/Forma Pro Stewart.

With the help of Mr. Stewart they have produced a boot that comforts the foot, ankle, and calf area the very first time the boot is worn. The Forma Pro and Forma Pro Stewart only differ in the aesthetic design. The Stewart model is available in metallic/blue, metallic/silver, silver, and Stewart Titanium while the Forma Pro is available in black only.

An extra $15 buys you the Fox Forma Pro Stewart model and the knowledge that you're riding in the same boot as Mr. James Stewart. What we love about the Forma Pro: The boots conformed to a multitude of testers' feet and legs extremely well, thanks in large part to the anatomically contoured shin plate. Comfort doesn't mean a thing if the boot doesn't protect the foot and ankle.