Ladies Icon Bombshell Boots

[Christieland]

Have any of you tried them? Thoughts, experiences? I'm skeptical about their safety and comfort, but willing to give them a try based on recommendations.

I'm looking for a pair of safe, not-heinously-manly-and-or-ugly riding boots that I could wear with jeans in a casual, somewhat fashion forward office. Bringing shoes with me is a pain in the patootie.

Thanks in advance for your thoughts and suggestions!

 

[Shaggy]

Kinda dominatrix looking to me and that 4" wedge can't be comfortable to ride in. But I'm a guy... what do I know?

 

[Christieland]

Kinda dominatrix looking to me and that 4" wedge can't be comfortable to ride in. But I'm a guy... what do I know?

Well they'd be under long jeans, so I don't think that dominatrix look would be an issue. All the other riding boots available for women have big, manly round toe boxes, this one at least seems narrow at the front. And for someone who's used to doing a variety of activities in heels, I'm not too worried about the wedge.

 

[Venomized]

I don't know, but those would look great with some tight black booty shorts:laughing :teeth

 

[HellFyre]

Aren't you tall enough as it is? j/k

 

[badjoojoo]

What's the point of high heels on a bike? Wouldn't they make it more difficult to ride? I'd go for some more functional riding boots.

 

[Christieland]

Aren't you tall enough as it is? j/k

Yes, but I love heels! They just create a much more feminine silhouette. And it's nice to be able to see over everyone else... :laughing

What's the point of high heels on a bike? Wouldn't they make it more difficult to ride? I'd go for some more functional riding boots.

Well, they might be functional. I've ridden a bit in three inch wedge boots before and they didn't impact my ability to change gears. And when not shifting, the balls of my feet are on the pegs anyway.

 

[Hawaiirider]

Can't speak to those particular boots, or to high-heel issues, but I have purchased some ICON products, and while I'd bet that thier newer stuff is probably better than before, I have to say I have been generally dissapointed with the things I bought from them - it hasn't fallen apart ( like some Joe Rocket stuff has ) but it's just not very substantial - more fashion grade than technical gear, which I suppose should be expected at that price point : Quality of contruction, Quanity of design, Low $ / pick any 2.

Without actually seeing them I'd say check out the Euro brands more - I bet Dianese or someone makes a stylish boot that will be better on the bike, and while it probably WILL cost more, when you amortize it over a year + the difference is usually pretty insignificant. I know that's easier to say than to pay for, but real quality gear lasts & lasts ( I have some Diadoras that are nearly casual wear, super comfortable and yet are still real MC boots). Go see Lisa over at Scuderia West, she has been a great help to me and they stock lots of gear for las chicas. I go there whenever I get to your cool town.

 

[masameet]

How about some black Frye Harness boots?

I got a pair (slightly used) off of eBay last summer for $60. They're my favorite mc boots (the other pair being Daytona-Frey Lady Stars). They go great with street clothes, they look kinda cowgirly (without the pointy toes!), the leather above the big toe joint is thick enough that no pain is transmitted during upshifts, they are easy to upshift with (unlike the Lady Stars), and they're easy to walk in.

 

[Gixxergirl1000]

You can find some reasonably priced, nice-looking packer boots at most western outfitters... they've got a stacked, undercut heel, and are generally made from sturdy cow- or bullhide, lace up past the ankles, and make your feet look small as an added bonus.
I've ridden in heels in the past... stillettos hooked nicely over the rear footpegs of my old Nighthawk, and got a lot of attention from the guys, but I wouldn't reccommend it... not a whole lot in the way of ankle support or protection, and if your foot slipped at a stop sign, well, I'd hate to try to hold 350+ pounds of bike upright in high heels. But that's just me
You're other option might be some of the stunt boots I've seen in the backs of the bike magazines... kind of cool, chunky looking short boot dealio that seems to offer some protection, but not make your foot look like it belongs at the end of an elephant's leg... good luck!

 

[Joebar4000]

Good god woman, like your legs aren't long enough? :wtf

 

[TCK!]

What about just leaving shoes at the office? I've devoted the bottom drawer of my file cabinet to just clothes to change into. Like slacks, jeans, underwear, socks, belts, shoes, dress shirts, polo shirts, t-shirts, so no matter what or who I have to meet at the office through out the day I always have appropriate attire... seems to work for me, but I don't ride everyday to work though.

 

[stan23]

Bringing shoes with me is a pain in the patootie.

Why not leave a pair of shoes at the office?

Or do you work with Lizard?

 

[CeruleanSkye]

I wanted them VERY badly when I first saw them in the Icon catalog... Until I checked them out.

They're super cute, but look like they would offer very little real protection. Imagine wearing similar fashion boots, only with slightly extra "padding" (probably light foam) at the ankles and shins, and the leather isn't any more durable than fashion boots. I wasn't terribly impressed.

Definitely better than fashion boots or sneakers, but nothing compared to something like A* or Sidi, which can be had for not much more $$.

I would say they *might* be ok if you are just riding around town, but I would rather my $170 go towards something that will protect me with more certainty.

If I found them for well under $100, I would consider them for days when I am going to the mall or Starbucks, or similar. But more than likely I would wear them when I wasn't riding.

 

[CeruleanSkye]

What about just leaving shoes at the office? I've devoted the bottom drawer of my file cabinet to just clothes to change into. Like slacks, jeans, underwear, socks, belts, shoes, dress shirts, polo shirts, t-shirts, so no matter what or who I have to meet at the office through out the day I always have appropriate attire... seems to work for me, but I don't ride everyday to work though.

That's what I try to do (bring my change of clothes or shoes a day ahead when I drive)... Or just pile everything into my giant A* backpack.

I usually find myself lugging two pairs of shoes when I don't plan ahead (work & gym), as well as work clothes and gym clothes, and my makeup and hair stuff to fix my situation when I arrive to work. It's a pain, but worth it!

 

[tzrider]

A taller sole (or heel in this case) could significantly increase the leverage on your ankle in a fall. I've never been in the market for platform soles or heels myself, but every time someone asks about boots like these it reminds me of a consideration I do have as an ice climber.

Ice climbers wear crampons on their boots, which have one or two front-facing points and about ten down-facing points. The downpoints are one and a half or two inches long. They add a phenominal amount of leverage to your ankle and if you catch a point on the ice during a fall, you can suffer grievous damage to the anlke or lower leg bones. A five foot fall is enough to spiral fracture both lower leg bones if you catch a point.

Motorcycle boot soles aren't going to catch on the ground as tenaciously as a crampon bites into ice, but if they do grip the asphalt, catch the leading edge of a pothole or catch in the dirt if you slid off the road, that extra leverage could be trouble. One of my personal criteria in riding boots are soles that are not very thick. They must be well attached, but they shouldn't be too tall.

Also, the slender toe box on the boots you're asking about make me wonder how much protection the forefoot has.

 

[Cyclesuzy]

I love the look and can imagine how hot you'd look riding in them but they look dangerous to me. I wouldn't want to have to come to a stop on a patch where I had to hold the bike up more than normal, slip and drop the bike.

If you do end up getting them, pics please. :drool

 

[monstermonster]

Though the following have the somewhat rounded toe you were complaining about, you still might want to take a look at the Sidi Rose

and Violet.

I'm not sure if they still make 'em, but you can still find 'em online.

 

[slydrite]

I swear I read the thread title as "Ladies Icon Bombshell Boobs" :laughing

 

[Christieland]

Kelly, did you ever try them on? Just curious.

Andy, that's valuable information about ankle breaks and heels, and I know everyone says to wear all gear all the time.

Thanks for the suggestions to keep some shoes at work. That would at least free up some closet space.

I have the Sidi Violets. They're pretty good boots but under jeans are about as sexy as Britney's shaved head. I'm willing to give the Icons a try, but they probably won't even fit me; the largest size is a ladies ten.