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Originally Posted by Hemuli
I am at the moment in Louisiana and will travel US, Canada and Alaska now for 6 months.
I have sent feedback to Alpinestars and still waiting their response.
I definitely need to get new boots quite soon (before heading to Alaska).
I am just worried if next boots will fail again in 1 year, because at that time I will be somewhere in Central- or South-America...
I loved Alpinestars Toucan boots, really comfortable and decent to walk around. Only bad thing is that they failed after 1 year of usage... Of course, my usage is quite extreme, because I wear them every day and use them in quite an extreme climates.
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I would be calling the national distributor ... forget email. CALL.
For SIDI you want to call Motonation:
Motonation 10225 Prospect Avenue | Santee, CA 92071 |
Phone: 619.401.4100. Casuals. Gloves. Helmets. Race Suits. Spare Parts. Tony. 4 5 5 5 7 8.
I've never dealt with Alpinestar ... Google is your friend!
Hard to imagine what you are doing to get them to fail so early? :confused1:
Are you standing up on jagged foot pegs a lot? Hiking miles in them? (Moto boots are for riding, not walking!)
Or dragging your toes everywhere?  Constantly wet?
I carry a pair of Keen sandals for walking off the bike, or sometimes tennis shoes. Soon as I stop .. boots off!
One thing that can rot internal seams quickly is moisture. Wet interiors will come apart. I use Sno-Seal Bee's Wax on my boots. Especially good on the BIG white stitching along the sole. (see pic) The boots shown are not treated yet. Stops water entrance.
I also apply Sno Seal to all leather on the boot. Amazing stuff ... really helps keep feet dry. Find it at any outdoor supply/camping store. Apply then bake in oven at about 120F (very low heat) for about 15 min. Should help keep your feet dry.
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