- Is the SP-X BOA good for hot-weather touring?
- Yes. The Rideknit upper is the main selling point here: it vents well and stays cooler than leather or synthetic-leather shoes on long, warm rides.
- How much protection does it offer compared with a full race boot?
- Less. It has a shin slider, dual-density ankle discs and a TPF sole, but its short cut leaves the upper shin and calf exposed. It sits between a riding sneaker and a full sport boot.
- How does the BOA closure work?
- You twist the dial to tighten the wire lacing evenly and pull it out to release. It is faster than laces or zips and holds a consistent fit, but a damaged wire needs a BOA replacement kit.
- Does it fit true to size?
- Alpinestars riding shoes generally run close to standard EU sizing, and the BOA dial lets you fine-tune the fit. Try them with the socks you ride in, since the knit upper has little give.
- Can I walk in them off the bike?
- Yes. The short, light build and flexible knit upper make them far easier to walk in than a stiff full-height boot, which suits commuting and sightseeing stops.
- What is in the box?
- One pair of SP-X BOA boots in black and silver. Check the listing for any included extras, since Alpinestars does not ship a bag or insoles with every model.
- Where is the SP-X BOA Boots cheapest?
- At バイクマン, for $283.00, 29% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the SP-X BOA Boots?
- 27 stores we checked sell it, including Evolution Motorcycles, バイクマン, Cascade Tire & Racing Services, Sublime Powersports, Kelly Motorsports.