Cruiser Boots

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Cruiser boots are the leather footwear built for relaxed road riding and long days in the saddle. This range pairs Merlin and Motodry leather construction with reinforced ankles and grippy soles, so your feet stay protected at the lights and planted on the pegs. Classic looks, all-season wear, sized to fit you properly. Cruiser boots built for the long haul Leather is the backbone of a proper cruiser boot. Full-grain leather resists abrasion far better than canvas or mesh, and a shaft height of 150 to 200mm over the ankle covers the malleolus bones that take the hit in a low-speed get-off. Every boot here uses leather construction with reinforced heel and toe boxes rated for daily road use. Compare the two builds Spec Merlin Bandit D3O Motodry Clio Upper Leather Leather Ankle protection D3O inserts Reinforced ankle Shaft height 150mm plus 150mm plus Sole Oil-resistant rubber Oil-resistant rubber Best for All-season road Everyday cruiser How to choose Pick D3O-equipped boots when impact protection matters most. D3O is a soft, flexible polymer that hardens on impact, absorbing up to 90% of impact energy while staying comfortable on the ride in. Size with 1 pair of riding socks, leave around 5 to 10mm of toe room, and expect leather to ease roughly half a size over the first 100km. Heel and toe boxes add a 2nd layer of structure where crush risk is highest. Oil-resistant soles hold grip on greasy servo forecourts and wet tarmac down to a 30 degree lean. For matching protection up top, see our road jackets and road gloves. Related: Road Boots · Touring Boots · Leather Boots · Road Jackets · Road Gloves · Motorcycle Boots Buying Guide Frequently asked questions Are leather cruiser boots good for all-season riding? Yes. The leather boots in this range are built for year-round road use. Leather blocks wind and resists abrasion, and the reinforced ankle and oil-resistant soles hold up in heat, cold and wet. Treat the leather a couple of times a year to keep it supple and wa