Review: TCX X-Blend Motorcycle Boots
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- Опубліковано 12 лис 2019
- The TCX X-Blend waterproof motorcycle boots are designed to look like regular street shoes, while offering motorcycle-specific benefits. While that goal was largely met, I did find some drawbacks given the price point for these boots. I can't help but wonder if TCX could offer more for the money, and here I compare the features of cheap street shoes as evidence.
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Its a motorcycle boot... you cant compare. the TCX is fully waterproof 8" boot with a very durable outsole not to mention protection on the toe box and each side of the ankle with double stitched leather.
EC rated means the boot sole won't crush on impact. It also has to have heel and toe counter that wont crush. So the cheap boots wont have that. If you go down. The 200 boot will save your foot and ankle. It is not easy to get an EC rating with the boot does not have the crush resistance sole, and the hard heel and toe counter. They are completely animal for a 80 boot or 30 dollar boot.
I feel you have completely missed the purpose of these boots, they are protective footwear that can prevent serious injury to your feet in the event of an accident. The boots you have compared them to are just normal everyday shoes that would offer no protection and would probable come off in an accident. Comparing the TCX boots to regular shoes is like comparing welding goggles to sunglasses, or a construction workers hat to a motorcycle helmet. Regarding the CE rating this is a European standard that all Motorcycle boots have to conform to in Europe, the testing to meet the standard, includes resistance to abrasion, penetration by sharp objects and lateral,crushing. These boots also have a an excellent reputation for comfort and are extremely hard wearing, almost all the long term reviews of the boots confirm this. They also have an very good record for being waterproof and many people have found that these remain resistant to water penetration for several years. The other shoes you mentioned would likely to be falling apart long before the TXC’s if subject to regular Motorcycle use and certainly would not remain waterproof for very long at all. As for the standard of finish maybe you do have a point, but for some people it adds to the rugged appeal of the boots and reflects the hand made appearance of them, what it doesn’t do though is affect the durability of the boots. I suggest you give the boots a good work out, in various weather conditions and come back in a year or two to give them an updated review on how well they have stood up to whatever you have thrown at them 👍
On the contrary, the comparison to street shoes was only about price and what you are getting for what you pay. My point was only that these are significantly more expensive than street boots, and that money really only buys you three things: a plastic ankle protector, a waterproof liner and the extra patch of leather for the shifter. So I recognize that there is additional protection over street shoes, but I question whether the additional cost is completely justified. Like a lot of motorcycle gear, I think we are overpaying for what we are getting. That said, these are actually my favorite boots. They are comfortable and the laces make them very adjustable. For protection, though, there are better options. I have a review coming up soon on the TCX Baja boot, which offers a stronger, stiffer frame for better ankle and foot protection.
Wearing deep tread boots on a bike with metal dirt type foot pegs would be a big problem for me. My foot would get stuck in the pegs and never where I needed them to be. I found this out the hard way. Ride safe. Thanks for sharing. P.S. The toe area of bike boots is kept short to afford room to get foot under shift lever.
Of course--much depends on your bike, your riding style, your riding area, etc.
Deep aggressive tread is NOT desirable on a motorcycle boot, same with tall heel & sole.
That's a broad assertion. Much depends on your riding style, your geography and your needs. Shorter riders often depend on boots with thick soles and/or heels to get their feet down. And as for tread, if you ride in areas like I do then tread is a huge help. I've got gravel, poorly maintained farm roads, wet leaves in autumn, and similar hazards where a smooth sole would slide out from under me. I also like to get off the bike once in a while and walk on trails or in parks. I'd much rather have aggressive tread.
I have the TCX Hero, which are similar except they have a zip on the side too. I do like them but they are not necessarily the go to boots I expected. In fact earlier this year riding in Brittany on a T120 I decided to use my ankle high walking boots (Ecco), which were comfortable, water proof, thick soled and better for walking around in. So it depends on the weather and where I plan to go.
Yes, I think I'll be in a similar circumstance. Depending on what I have planned for the day I may resort to regular hiking boots or the like.
Do you even ride?
Meaning?
@@tinderboxarts You don't want deep tread in riding boots, unless you want pebbles stuck in your boots causing you to bail. Work boots and riding boots are quite different and for a reason.
Well, I do ride. Maybe in different conditions than you. For example, in the northeast autumn we have wet leaves to contend with, and I prefer some boot tread for grip. A smoother boot tread will slide right out from you. Same goes for our hot, humid summers on back roads. They put down "tar and chip" surfaces on the roads as a cheap repair, and the chips soon disappear to the edge. That leaves slick tar in the crown of the road where you put your feet down. It's not uncommon for me to need to park on dirt or grass at an event, and tread helps me there too. I keep a "shoe" handy for the sidestand in that case too. I've never had a stone get caught in my tread, but maybe where you ride it's more of a problem.
You seem intent on slagging the TCX boot. I bought mine for £100 $130 as they were bringing out a newer not as good model. They have gone for the victorian style in these which is maybe not always flattering. I have worn some pretty hefty footwear over the years German Para's included. The TCX leather is tough stuff, a year later and even though they look broken in they are not. That sole I did wonder, I am super heavy on my heels, am 107 kilos 6ft 2 and eat heels on footwear. The TCX boots heels look almost like new and the soles look unworn. Am like what are we being sold by other companies if products like this exist. These boots are super durable as well as waterproof. TCX only make motorcycle footwear and they do a fantastic job at it. That padded cuff on your cheap boots is already splitting you dont really need it. As for the sole/heel height issue well obviously not being a dwarf I dont have those issues ; ) CE is an actual safety rating unlike DOT which is basically just an excuse to avoid testing for safety.
Okay, I had to look up "slagging!" To the contrary, I'm not insulting these boots, just being real about what I find. In fact, these are my favorite boots I own. They have broken in nicely and they have become very comfortable. They seem durable for the time I've owned them, and I would definitely buy them again.
Just looking at those TCX s they have a look of work boots issued by a company that is to say low cost boots,, nothing special regarding the cut and finsh to the leather... For local trips I use walking boots I do,nt use them for high speed trips just low speed hops,, I feel thats OK... My riding boots are Falco ,,, Falco are a low cost boot (but the prices are rising) made in Italy,,,,(I believe ).... They have the same type of water seal system and it works good... I ,v been enjoying your vids ,,keep up the good work
Apple and Orange comparison. Work boots vs Motorcycle boot specifically made for riding are not the same boots.
Several people misunderstood my point. I wasn't implying that we should use standard work boots for riding, I was only trying to point out that the price we pay for motorcycle boots is quite high compared to street boots and also to compare the style of street boots to these motorcycle boots. These boots are actually my favorite that I own.
@@tinderboxarts ahhh, alright. Boots can get very expensive, especially motorcycle boots.
Really all motorcycle gear is overpriced relative to what it is. Yes, we should expect a slight premium for the extra work and safety features built into jackets and boots and all, but some of these prices are insane. I compare it to the modern wedding industry where young couples spend a fortune on what is ultimately just a nice catered party. But it's three times the cost when you call it a wedding! Same with bike gear--it's three times the cost when you put the word "motorcycle" in front of the description.
Your bang on, motorcyclist do get ripped off. Good vid.
Oh yes we do get ripped off but still safety is required ...can’t skip safety . Safety is manufacturers bread and butter we agree on that only .....
Don't wear those boots on a motorbike: they offer no protection to the shin whatsoever... not even for a "short trip to town"..
I have no complaints about TCX but those boots are a fashion issue, not a safety issue.
My pants provide protection for knees and shins, and for boots I'm more concerned about protection for ankles.
Sounds like you should’ve bought 2 more cheap boots instead of the TCX.
Why do you say that?