Alpinestars SMX Plus V2 Vs. Dainese Torque 3 Out | Unboxing and Comparison
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- Опубліковано 22 жов 2024
- I was torn between these two boots while shopping online, so I ordered both to try them on and find out which ones look and feel the the best.
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These boots have been through a lot since I made this video, check out this update! ua-cam.com/video/WI5i6qxDAvg/v-deo.html
May I borrow the Dainese boots good sir?
Thanks for helping me decide! Going with the Alpine Stars!
I'm still pleased with them! they are very comfortable, glad I could help
What's good fam. You made a good decision, both boots will last a long time. Been running the smx v2's for a while without problems. That color scheme on the smx v2's matches that bike damn good. Have a good weekend & ride safe.
They seem to be great so far, I'm slowly upgraded gear so I get to the track eventually lol
@@Master_Yoshi How are you doing? Always good to upgrade gear or replace worn ones. Hopefully the track days reopen soon world wide! Are you planning on running slicks?
Now I seen multiple complaints about the toe box for the Dainese's... but I pulled the trigger for them anyway BECAUSE they're majority white. I ride but I plan on custom coloring them into Vegeta boots for a party outfit. The next closest in color were the Thor Radial MX's. If the Alpine's had the same white colorway I definitely would've got them instead.
I hope they're not too uncomfortable! For walking, I know the Alpinestars are way more comfortable! I painted all of the black on my Alpinestars white. I also painted my 1 piece suit. I'm big on DIY customization. Nothing like having a 1/1!
All my gear is alpinestars, 5 jackets 2 pants , airbag vest...and sport gloves, etc etc.... but when it comes to boot dainese is awesome 👌...simple, no stupid toys, very effective (rain never comes from back zip on dainese goretex), practical (zip at back very easy to wear), not bulky crappy look...perfect protection, the one of most difficult to bend...easy to walk after motorcycle, it last more, because it has less toy and very robust...only little bit narrow at front part...if you are a fat boy not so comfortable...it doesn't fit my alpinestars gear, but I will always buy dainese boots...no question...tried many boots
I can dig it, to each his own! At least you're not so loyal to one brand that you deprive yourself from what 's better for you. I really wanted to like the Daineses, but that narrower toe box just won't work with these bunions lol. Thanks for sharing!
@@Master_Yoshi you are totaaly right, it is not about size, it is cut is very narrow , if your foot does not fit, very unbearable...I can handle it my foot almost fit...not a big problem...
I have these AStars (but unvented and a different colour) and love them; great, walkable street boot with good protection ... I only wear my Supertechs on the track now (not so great for walking in off the bike!!)
I'm very pleased with these off the bike! I'll start hitting the track this year
Thanks for the review, there isn’t a lot of content on this stuff. Hopefully the boots lasted ok😂
Still have them today! Even painted them white like the Daineses 👀
Lol I can't even watch the vid without laughing like 4 times. You earned a sub for being real
Thank you Hugo, I appreciate that!
Same thing I said !!
Rev your heart bro, atta good comparison review from them
Thanks for the video! I was looking at both boots and think I will stick with my original decision, Alpinestar. I do recommend buying a back up pair of the calf straps. I was trying a new pair on and had one snap off in my hand.
Thanks for watching, and thanks for the recommendation! Any insight on how easy
it is to get them from Alpinestars?
@@Master_Yoshi You know, I don’t think I saw them on Alpinestars website. Found some on eBay and then our local dirtbike shop said they could order them for me. Only about $11 for a pair. I hope to have my boots by this coming weekend! The first pair I ordered a full size down from what I normally wear per many comments I read about them. Turns out I should’ve ordered true to size. What was your sizing like?
@@jasonbrubaker1835 The EU sizes are identical between the two brands in this particular boot, the 45 Alpinestars fit like the 45 Dainese. Its just the Dainese feel like it has a more narrow width, but length was the same. For some reason Alpinestars says that the 45 fits like a 10.5 US. Dainese says 45 fits like 11.5 US. Dainese is more accurate with their conversion. I hope I didn't over complicate that lol.
@@Master_Yoshi no, that’s great! Thank you. I should have just gone with the Alpine star recommended conversion sizes from the get-go. Thanks again for the video! I really like the looks of the Dainese but sounds like I should stick with Alpinestar. What part of the country are you? Just had our first “warm” weekend ride this past week in the Northwest. WA
@@jasonbrubaker1835 Nice! I'm down here in Alabama and have already done 2 trackdays this year, and the 3rd is next weekend!
If you had gone up one size in the Dianastay's would that have worked for you? Or, was the length in size 45 already good? I'm curious because I have bunions too and I appreciate this video very much!
First off I love your username 😂😂, But I don't think going up a size would help. The length was spot on, same as Alpinestars. From what I hear Dainastay is more cut for European folks who tend to be more slim than Americans. Same for their leathers.
@@Master_Yoshi Thanks bro! I was hoping that wasn't the case with sizing, but I don't doubt you at all. I really wanted the Dai-nasty's.
I find the dainese super comfortable and light. I don’t have a wide foot so they fit me perfect. I have a older pair of alpinestar and I find them stiff and tight
I really don't have a wide foot either, as I've never needed a wide size shoe. I'm not sure why the Dainese was so tight on me. Maybe Alpinestars have made changes, 'cause these bad boys are still extremely comfortable! 2 crashes and almost 2 years later lol.
This was an excellent video. I was trying to decided between a pair of SMX V2 and Dainese Nexus boots. I found the Dainese boots to hurt the top of my feet and I tried them for a week around the house and I wore the SMX V2' around the house as well. Now I am going to compare the SMX Plus V2 with the SMX V2 boots and see what I think and see if it is worth the money. Do you have an opinion about the SMX Plus V2 VS the SMX V2 boots? ( I hope this is not confusing). The SMX V2 boots squeak and at first I thought something was stuck on my boot but later learned they make odd sounds. Does your do that? The boots look very good from this video and do you think there is a looks dfference between the SMX V2 VS Plus? Thanks. I would like to see you do an update if possible the good the bad and ugly of it.
Thanks for the comment! yes the v2 plus squeaks like crazy too. They do look different from the v2, I believe the plus is Newer iteration of the boot.
@@Master_Yoshi which one do you think is better. Although the Plus is an improvement over the previous one do you think its worth it?
@@p-dub7422 I'm not sure which is better since I have no experience with the v2, but I can say that I'm very happy with the plus and they've held up well after 2 crashes.
Brother when they ask that question say it’s better ! One big reason the hyper yellow and white pair make you more visible it’s all about standing out on these roads ! Variation and bold colors
You're right! I ended up painting my Alpinestars white using a paint made for leather
@@Master_Yoshi can you show us a clip on your next video? I just copped the all black max plus v2s, but if they were all white, I'd of snagged them way earlier. That all white is too fresh
@@armandol1826 I got you, in the mean time, here's the video of me painting them
ua-cam.com/video/2LYKs_xbbCs/v-deo.html
Ordered me so me US13 Dainese's (also third time's the charm - it is in fact Dai-ness-say :) ), we gon' see how they feel like when they arrive. I do have a more narrow foot, so I'm assuming I'll be fine, but it remains to be seen, I'll keep u updated in a month or so.
Great review bro!
Ayeee, I hope they work out for you! Thanks for showing love!
How were they?(I know it’s late)
My Torque D1 Out lasted 2.5 years of heavy useage before I ruined the zippers. The SMX Plus V2, about 9 to 10 months before the left zipper got unhooked at the bottom stop. Still seem to work for now and can't find a cobbler that can fix it. I'll probably go back to Dainese and get the Torque 3 next.
Thanks for the input! I wish I could wear Dainese, but the fit on my foot was almost unbearable😅
@@Master_Yoshi Yeah, Dainese is Italian cut, so for slender people. If you want something more "generous", RST is more forgivable. That's why I have Dainese/spidi leathers in summer when I'm fit and RST in winter when my belly doesn't fit in. :D
I hear AStars is good for thicker people too! I got their missile suit and was pleased with the fit, granted it's an off the rack suit
Dianasty. subbed! Yeah, they look so fresh and so clean!
Preciate you!
Love my Alpinestars. But, those StormTrooper Day-eye-nee-see boots are rather iced out 🥶!
indubitably!
thx for the review, im also considering getting the Astars V2 (have V1 smx plus now) or the Dainese? looks like the dainese you said were a bit too small? my current boots 46 are us size 11.5....
Thank you for watching! What I meant is that Dainese fits more narrow than the Alpinestars. My apologies for not making that more clear. The EU sizes are identical between the two brands in this particular boot, the 45 Alpinestars fit like the 45 Dainese. Its just the Dainese feel like it has a more narrow width, but length was the same. For some reason Alpinestars says that the 45 fits like a 10.5 US. Dainese says 45 fits like 11.5 US. Dainese is more accurate with their conversion. I hope I didn't over complicate that lol.
@@Master_Yoshi all good man thx, yeah im sure ill be fine with 46 is Dainese ;) ill prob head to my local shop to try on first, i dont have a "wide" foot sortaspeak thx, color i will get is the Black red Fluo , cheers ride safe
Going off of appearance only, which boot do you think looks best? I vote Dai-Nasty😂
Oh yeah! Show us those happy feet Master Yoshii!
Not going to lie, both boots look good.
Alpinestars that red though!!!
AStars ... that’s why I bought the same model (but the unvented version - just pick which version suits your main riding climate best; or get a pair of each fur summer/winter ... ?!! 💸🤦🏻♂️)
@@kierenmoore3236 I need to get in that tax bracket that would justify buying the same boot twice!😂
supertech r boots come majority white, hard to find but i got myself a pair and theyre super nice
Nice! I'll upgrade to supertechs eventually!
The red looks SO good! Are your A* boots hard to zip up?? Did they loosen at all and break in?
They can be a little difficult, but only if the boot is bent when trying to zip up. By that I mean, think of your foot flat on the ground, and your knee over your toes. Your ankle is flexed and it's harder to zip. If your ankle is not flexed, like it is when you're standing straight up, then it's easy.
They were never really stiff to begin with, but yes they have become a little softer
@@Master_Yoshi Cool thanks! Did the toe box area loosen up at all?
I got 2 sizes, one size basically slips in, easy to zip, comfy at the top but has a HEAP of ankle and heel space..
The other size fits like a 2nd set of skin but is hard to zip and feels just a little bit cramped but not bad.
Pretty torn between the 2 hahah
@@Shoomzbabyyy no sir, toe box feels the same. That's a tough decision. if you get into track riding, remember that feet swell while working, so if that boot is tight now, when it's 90° and session 4, it's gonna be even tighter
@@Master_Yoshi I've noticed its gotten comfier after wearing it double socked! So I'll go with them and break them in with double socks. The bigger size is just too much room around my heel/ankle.
Zipper is a pain but oh well, safety first!
Appreciate the help!! Master YOSHI!
@@Shoomzbabyyy Yessir! glad you got that worked out
good video bruh, i just copped the dai-ah-nastiess in neon yellow :) hope they fit good.
Nice! if I didn't have feet problems, they would have been fine😂
Great review!
Thank you!
Its funny, i have the same color Joe Rocket jacket, good review bro
Nice! not a bad jacket at all. Thank you
New sub, not trying to throw shade, but you don't have lotion for your knees brother. 🤣🤣 but good video. I was looking at those, and wasnt sure if I should get the boots or the sneakers... my timberland boots are getting destroyed...Do you think the price is worth it?
Aye man, this that end of the day ash😅. But as far as price point goes, man it's hard to tell if something is really worth the price unless you crash and see how well they protect. I was rocking good ol fashioned work boots with hard heels and steel toes before I bought these. I will say atleast get a work boot if you don't want too spend much, i think they are cheaper than riding sneakers. Idk which protects best though my man. So many tradeoffs in the world motorcycle gear lol
I’m tempted to order the dainese but I have skinny ass legs would they still work?
I would think so! From my understanding Dainese as a whole, is tailored for slim folks. I ordered both and just paid return shipping, $15 was well worth being able to make the best decision.
@@Master_Yoshi Thanks man I’ll check it out
Where did u get the white ones from?
I ordered the Astars from sportbiketrackgear.com
Dainese from Revzilla.com
I think I’m boutta get the yellow dainasties, boutta go so hard
The neon ones? They are clean too!
Fire review 🔥 👏🏾💪🏾
Much love, thank you bro!
Thanks Bro I'll be getting the Alpinestars after watching this video. I have some SIDI Rex boots and I tried them on but never wore them. Well my calves are too big for the SIDI's.
Thanks for watching! My calves aren't big, but I've heard that Alpinestars usually fits bigger bodied people better. These boots in particular seem to have enough room for big calves, but I'm not 100% sure on that!
@@Master_Yoshi ok I just watched a video on the rex boots and I got them to fit. I had to loosen the entire boot and unstrap the bottom buckle by my toes. They have been in my closet for 23 months because I thought they did not fit. The tags are still on these damn boots!
Sheeeesh! Atleast they fit now, saved your self $300
need video hoopin in the Astars 😊
I need to find a court lol
@@Master_Yoshi seriously tho, im between a torque 3 cuz they look so damn good and the smx plus v2. should i get the astars? it will be mostly track some street. (good friend says get both 🤣🤣)
@@PewLife Honestly, do what I did! Order both and send your least favorite back. Return shipping is a small price to pay to get the boot you undoubtedly like best.
They need to hire you at revzilla for reviews man😂 get that smug bowling pin lookin dude outta there
😂😂😂 Man I need to send in an application
Dainese 👍👍👍
Alpinestars speaks to my soul more lol
Love the review.. you remind me of my homeboy from GA
Thanks mayne, he must be pretty cool😂
I know Dai-Nasty but are Dai-Lasty ?
Dai-lasty? What do you mean by that? 😆
@@Master_Yoshi are they going to last? Bad jokes, sorry!
the dianese boot has more protection and thus is less comfortable
For me, it's the narrower design that made it uncomfortable. Just as a long oval helmet would cause discomfort on a round oval head. What leads you to believe Dainese has more protection though?
@@Master_Yoshi Yeah the dainese boot is definitely on the narrower side. The dainese boot also has a reinforced toe and is a little beefy around that area. I'm on the fence right now between these two, the alpinestars boot is more comfortable for me as well.
boi got damn 😂😂
Bunions be barking
This be a sponsor Channel now? 🥴
I wish lol, just taking y'all along on my decision making process😅
@@Master_Yoshi uh huh 😅 u alright Young blood 😁
Can you sell me the Dainese torque 3s
I returned them my man
I got the daineses and they are sexy as fuck.
Dope! what color did you get?
@@Master_Yoshi White!!! >:D
I think white dainese boots very ugly
I suppose everything isn't for everybody🤷🏾♂️