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ssjones

I pick up those biker newsletters at various East Coast shops. They seem to advertise a lot of boot/jacket shops in Berlin NJ, where ever that is, might be nearby Philly?
I've been wearing a pair of Sears boots, lace-up, $25 that look like combat boots, very comfortable, but don't remember the size range. I'm a DD width and they fit fine.
I've been mullling over these River Road boots, price seems right, offer a little more protection but don't look like combat boots or Space suit items either:
River Road Turnpike Boots
I've used the Boot Barn in the past, great folks, easy returns if necessary.

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HiVel

Derby Cycles has Red Wing boots on the net-they come in widths and the guys on this thread seem to like them very much. Maybe I will try some for my next pair.

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BlitzPig

I wish that the Italian manufacturer of Triumph's, BMW's and Oxtars' boots (yes it is the same company, Jolly Scarpe) would invest in some American sizing lasts. (The formers that shoes are built on). European sizing is just not correct for North American feet. (Yes I'm totally serious here, there are genetic differences that have, over time, made North American's feet a sightly different shape that the average European foot... Look it up if you don't believe me). In short, American feet are slightly wider than European feet. So I ended up with a Euro size 42 pair of Oxtar Matrix that are OK, but not quite correct. 41s are too narrow, by far, and 42s are wide enough but a tad long...

Of course this would be a non issue if an American company made some real, modern, motorcycle boots, instead of "engineer" boots or slightly restyled lace up work boots.

*sigh*

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RandyDTFR

I've been wearing these for the last five years or so; Matterhorn boots. You can find them cheaper then the price listed here, but the photo and specs give you an idea.

I wear these boots 8-10 hours per day at work, (USAF) and anytime I'm on the bike. They are SOOOOO comfortable! Wouldn't ride without 'em :upthumb:

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Gene-O

I'm a 12.5 and have rarely been able to find a good fitting pair of shoes. Until I discovered Euro sizing. I'm a perfect 46. So with that said, someone on this site (an Aussie, I believe) turned me on to BMW's "riders boots". They are super comfortable, protective, a look great with jeans. There is a flap with a snap that won't stay snapped, but that is a minor flaw. Check them out.
-Gene-O

dawgfan

I got some Red Wing Motorcycle boots for my birthday (the gf gave me one and the other was from the dogs, god love'em).

I have a wide foot and I absolutely love these shoes. I never knew I was wearing a half size too big of a shoe for the width.

I have several pairs of sneakers and nice leather loafers but if I have my druthers I would always wear the boots. They are very comfortable, more so (to me) than any of my other shoes.

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grumpyoledude

Check out Chippewa boots at www.chippewabootshop.com the come in sizes up to 14 Wide and the Odessa Ralley Boot is 12 inches tall and closes with velcro. I've had a pair for about 4 years and they still look like new.

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zighawk

You might also look into Milwaukee boots. They were my third pair of boots in as many months and they really hit the spot. Heavy leather, high quality, and very comfortable after a quick break-in.

Billybob

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