Keysyrider Posted December 1, 2013 Share #1 Posted December 1, 2013 High on my list for Christmas this year is a good pair of waterproof Gore Tex riding boots. I saw a nice pair of Alpinestars but I really hesitate to buy things from an online store that need to fit. Quite often accessories are much cheaper in the USA and I will be in Florida over Christmas and New Years. Do any of our members know of any good places to buy boots in Central Florida. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atoolnut Posted December 1, 2013 Share #2 Posted December 1, 2013 I bought a pair of original swat boots this season..comfiest boots I've had ...waterproof too..bought in Oshawa $50. Deals can be had this side of border but rare Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrycuda Posted December 1, 2013 Share #3 Posted December 1, 2013 I bought a pair of original swat boots this season..comfiest boots I've had ...waterproof too..bought in Oshawa $50. Deals can be had this side of border but rare these fine folks have a website?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atoolnut Posted December 1, 2013 Share #4 Posted December 1, 2013 No sorry it was a kijiji buy..they had 100 pairs donated for a fund raiser for a christian food bank .....bought 2 pairs ...checked today no sign of them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keysyrider Posted December 1, 2013 Author Share #5 Posted December 1, 2013 I'd go for the SWAT boots but I really don't want to have to deal with laces. I'm trying to make a connection with Motovan so I'll see what they carry this week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XV1100SE Posted December 2, 2013 Share #6 Posted December 2, 2013 I've been wearing SWAT boots for the last couple years. Great boots and the ones I got are definitely waterproof. I've worn them riding to work and worn them all day at work and are comfortable and have stood up to daily wear so I got a pair of their green patch boots (construction)..."steel" toe boots (not steel but a composite)... they aren't much heavier than my bike boots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tooch Posted December 2, 2013 Share #7 Posted December 2, 2013 I'd go for the SWAT boots but I really don't want to have to deal with laces. SWAT makes several different models with laces on the front look like a regular boot but they zipper up the side.....FYI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stickhandle2 Posted December 3, 2013 Share #8 Posted December 3, 2013 Ok dumb question, where does one find these SWAT boots. From the sounds of it they are just what I am looking for. Thanks, Mike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arejay Posted December 3, 2013 Share #9 Posted December 3, 2013 picked up a pair of the Milwaukee Trooper motorcycle boots in May ordered on line and they fit like a glove or boot i guess love the zippered sides, great grip and overall comfort. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gez Posted December 3, 2013 Share #10 Posted December 3, 2013 Amazon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XV1100SE Posted December 3, 2013 Share #11 Posted December 3, 2013 Work Authority has the construction SWAT boots - http://www.workauthority.ca/products/simple_results.php# http://www.911gear.ca/original-swat-footwear-c-632.html To see a list of waterproof boots go to http://www.originalswat.com/us_en/products/where/shoe-type/high-(8-to-9-inch)/technology/waterproof.html Canadian contact - 1-855-225-4177 Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm ET. amaranth@originalswat.com PHONE 905.873.7030 93 Armstrong Ave Unit 1 Georgetown Ontario L7G 4S1 The boots are accurate for size. I got mine at the Toronto Motorcycle Show. If you wait another month you can probably see them there but call them to confirm they will be at the show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonslayer Posted December 3, 2013 Share #12 Posted December 3, 2013 SWAT makes several different models with laces on the front look like a regular boot but they zipper up the side.....FYI I had some of those boots but, I couldn't keep the zipper up. After a few steps the zipper would go down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stickhandle2 Posted December 3, 2013 Share #13 Posted December 3, 2013 Work Authority has the construction SWAT boots - http://www.workauthority.ca/products/simple_results.php# http://www.911gear.ca/original-swat-footwear-c-632.html To see a list of waterproof boots go to http://www.originalswat.com/us_en/products/where/shoe-type/high-(8-to-9-inch)/technology/waterproof.html Canadian contact - 1-855-225-4177 Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm ET. amaranth@originalswat.com PHONE 905.873.7030 93 Armstrong Ave Unit 1 Georgetown Ontario L7G 4S1 The boots are accurate for size. I got mine at the Toronto Motorcycle Show. If you wait another month you can probably see them there but call them to confirm they will be at the show. Thanks Don, I was on their website, I will be at the Motorcycle Show. I now have something to look for. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XV1100SE Posted December 3, 2013 Share #14 Posted December 3, 2013 I had some of those boots but, I couldn't keep the zipper up. After a few steps the zipper would go down. Supposed to keep you pants zipped up when you ride ! Dangerous otherwise. I've never had an issue with the laces or the zipper on my boots. Laces stay tied, zipper (on the boots) stays up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill4you502 Posted December 5, 2013 Share #15 Posted December 5, 2013 Just bought a pr of these on eBay: [ame=http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=350936192449#ht_3343wt_1202]Magnum Mens Command 8 0 Side Zipper Black Tactical Police Army Combat Boots 7975 | eBay[/ame] Bought my size and they fit fine. Light weight & waterproof! http://i.ebayimg.com/t/Magnum-Mens-Command-8-0-Side-Zipper-Black-Tactical-Police-Army-Combat-Boots-7975-/00/s/MTAwMFgxMDAw/z/3r8AAOxyTyBSXHYa/$(KGrHqEOKpQE7I)Sq07BBS(HYZspg!~~60_14.JPG Magnum Mens Command 8.0 Side Zipper Black Tactical Police Army Combat Boots 7975 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atoolnut Posted December 5, 2013 Share #16 Posted December 5, 2013 http://www.ebay.com/itm/Original-Swat-Classic-9-Tactical-Military-Slip-Resistant-Boots-Side-Zipper-1160/350922313052?rt=nc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aharbi Posted December 6, 2013 Share #17 Posted December 6, 2013 Can't see paying the price for "motorcycle boots" unless you are a sportsbike track rider. I use the 11" wellington slip on boot (I don't like laces on riding boots). My winter boots are both waterproof all leather with Gore Tex and one has Thinsulate lining. One pair is made by Rocky the other by Cabela's which is where I bought both pair. Wait for a sale, they can be had for around $100. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carbon_One Posted December 6, 2013 Share #18 Posted December 6, 2013 Just bought a pr of these on eBay: Magnum Mens Command 8 0 Side Zipper Black Tactical Police Army Combat Boots 7975 | eBay Bought my size and they fit fine. Light weight & waterproof! http://i.ebayimg.com/t/Magnum-Mens-Command-8-0-Side-Zipper-Black-Tactical-Police-Army-Combat-Boots-7975-/00/s/MTAwMFgxMDAw/z/3r8AAOxyTyBSXHYa/$(KGrHqEOKpQE7I)Sq07BBS(HYZspg!~~60_14.JPG Magnum Mens Command 8.0 Side Zipper Black Tactical Police Army Combat Boots 7975 I've had a pair of these for the last 2-3 years and they've held up well. Love the side zipper style boots. No issues with them so far either. I also have a pair of non-insulated 6" high boots of the same features and generally where them during the warmer months. Had these for a number of years as well with similar results. Got both from a local Army surplus store at competitive prices. Larry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riderduke Posted December 6, 2013 Share #19 Posted December 6, 2013 I've been wearing Swat Boots for years. I like the side zippers. Depending on the season I can adjust them for warmer socks then just use the zipper for easy on and off. You might say they are adjustable. I don't buy the waterproof ones. I do use "Camp Dry" 2-3 coats on a new pair and they are good for the life of the boot. [ame=http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000MF2ZVU/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_S_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=2YI2M2JD90H0Q&coliid=I7NPQQJD7ZSSD]Amazon.com: Original S.W.A.T. Men's Classic 9" Side Zip Work Boot: Shoes@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41WU-CKonnL.@@AMEPARAM@@41WU-CKonnL[/ame] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ventureless Posted December 6, 2013 Share #20 Posted December 6, 2013 I must be lazy in my old age!! I started wearing pull on boots. No laces at all. I used to wear my cowboy boots all the time, but the bottoms are pretty slick and don't do well on oil and sandy gritty roads. Mine are similar to these. http://s.stpost.com/eccstorefront/product_images/4208k/f_4208k_1.1.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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