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TXTee · 12-12-2010, 07:25 PM

O'Neal Element offroad boots fit comfortably and were $100, which was in my price range. The problem is I have a foot shift with a mesh metal floor. The opening for shifting is nearly impossible and awkward getting the toe in, so I have to take them back.

I want a good pair of boots to protect my ankles and soles. Those of you with footshift, what are you wearing for protection?

JWJR · 12-12-2010, 07:37 PM

i all was ride with rubber boots on and i have never had a problem riding any atv. them fancy boots like that are a bit over kill for utilities IMO.

Kipes · 12-12-2010, 09:43 PM

I agree, I usually ride with regular work boots or running shoes.

TXTee · 12-12-2010, 09:59 PM

A pair of boots are never far in this house because I ride a sportbike and believe in proper attire. It may seem like overkill to you guys as more experienced riders, but I'm trying to build good habits early. Does anybody wear something that offers a bit more protection for ankles/soles besides maybe a full out MX/offroad type?

**toodeep** · 12-13-2010, 10:14 AM

All I wear on the wheeler is my regular work boots, a good pair of leather lace up boots. I use to wear the MX boots back when I rode dirt bikes but you used your feet quite a few times while riding then for certain situations. On the 4 wheeler your feet stay pretty much on the pegs so a good comfortable pair of boots is usually all that is needed.

You could have a local welding shop enlarge the hole in the floor board to make it easier to shift with riding boots on.

TXTee · 12-13-2010, 02:38 PM

Cool - I'll take the offroaders back and then just get some higher ankle work boots that can handle some mud/water. Unless I can lift/adjust/modify the shifter, I don't see a way to enlarge the opening for a comfortable shift.

TXTee · 12-28-2010, 11:02 PM

UPDATE: Hunting boots were 1/2 off at Academy. I bought a nice pair with a high ankle, thick sole, waterproof, and overall decent quality. $19.99 There were Brazos steel toes I liked for $29, but I'm cheap and the hunting ones were cuter.

rubiranch · 12-28-2010, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by txtee

and the hunting ones were cuter.

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TXTee · 12-28-2010, 11:41 PM

Women love shoes. What else can I say?

rubiranch · 12-29-2010, 02:48 PM

Here I am dressed in my riding gear. My boots really aren't cute though.

12-12-2010, 07:25 PM	#1 (permalink)
TXTee Honda Red Wing Rider Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 4,060	Riding Gear O'Neal Element offroad boots fit comfortably and were $100, which was in my price range. The problem is I have a foot shift with a mesh metal floor. The opening for shifting is nearly impossible and awkward getting the toe in, so I have to take them back. I want a good pair of boots to protect my ankles and soles. Those of you with footshift, what are you wearing for protection? __________________ Gone - no time for childish people or games

12-12-2010, 07:37 PM	#2 (permalink)
JWJR Super Moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Southern Illinois Posts: 2,279	i all was ride with rubber boots on and i have never had a problem riding any atv. them fancy boots like that are a bit over kill for utilities IMO. __________________ '08 Rancher 420 4x4 ES (Mine) -28" Maxxis Zillas -12" Machined ITP SS212s -Warn RT25 with 6ga wire Audio Tube will be getting made shortly '05 Foreman 500 4x4 ES (Dads) -26" Maxxis Zillas -NGK Iridium Plug -Carb Mod

12-12-2010, 09:43 PM	#3 (permalink)
Kipes Honda Red Wing Rider Join Date: May 2009 Location: Upper Peninsula of Michigan Posts: 2,581	I agree, I usually ride with regular work boots or running shoes. __________________ 2006 Foreman 4x4 500s Powermadd handguards 2.5 Warn winch 2" Perfex long travel lift kit High Lifter springs 26-12-12 Executioners on rear 26-10-12 Executioners on front Douglas Rattlesnake rims 3rd Headlight switch Moose Heated Handgrips and thumb warmer Garmin Legend gps Replaced the stock silver engine covers and front skid plate with 07 camo black and painted front brush guard black 2005 Rancher 350ES 2wd 2001 Polaris 325 Trailboss 2wd

12-12-2010, 09:59 PM	#4 (permalink)
TXTee Honda Red Wing Rider Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 4,060	A pair of boots are never far in this house because I ride a sportbike and believe in proper attire. It may seem like overkill to you guys as more experienced riders, but I'm trying to build good habits early. Does anybody wear something that offers a bit more protection for ankles/soles besides maybe a full out MX/offroad type? __________________ Gone - no time for childish people or games

12-13-2010, 02:38 PM	#6 (permalink)
TXTee Honda Red Wing Rider Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 4,060	Cool - I'll take the offroaders back and then just get some higher ankle work boots that can handle some mud/water. Unless I can lift/adjust/modify the shifter, I don't see a way to enlarge the opening for a comfortable shift. __________________ Gone - no time for childish people or games

12-13-2010, 10:14 AM	#5 (permalink)
toodeep Administrator Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: south dakota Posts: 6,640	All I wear on the wheeler is my regular work boots, a good pair of leather lace up boots. I use to wear the MX boots back when I rode dirt bikes but you used your feet quite a few times while riding then for certain situations. On the 4 wheeler your feet stay pretty much on the pegs so a good comfortable pair of boots is usually all that is needed. You could have a local welding shop enlarge the hole in the floor board to make it easier to shift with riding boots on.

12-28-2010, 11:02 PM	#7 (permalink)
TXTee Honda Red Wing Rider Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 4,060	UPDATE: Hunting boots were 1/2 off at Academy. I bought a nice pair with a high ankle, thick sole, waterproof, and overall decent quality. $19.99 There were Brazos steel toes I liked for $29, but I'm cheap and the hunting ones were cuter. __________________ Gone - no time for childish people or games

12-28-2010, 11:41 PM	#9 (permalink)
TXTee Honda Red Wing Rider Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 4,060	Women love shoes. What else can I say? __________________ Gone - no time for childish people or games

12-29-2010, 02:48 PM	#10 (permalink)
rubiranch Honda Red Wing Rider Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Big Rock Candy Mountain Resort - Marysvale, Utah Posts: 3,071	Here I am dressed in my riding gear. My boots really aren't cute though. __________________ 2012 Polaris 550 Touring EPS Thank you Doug Meyer ATVTV.com & Polaris 1000+ miles 2001 Rubicon Bug 16,000+ miles 1835+ hours Dependability is the "Way Out" Not "True-4-WD". Bombardier BR 180 Snow Cat Thanks Utah State Parks

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