Toll free travelling is also expensive 😀

Rohit saves money in Tolls that's how it's Toll Free 😃but when it comes to riding gear he doesn't compromise on Quality.

The most underrated KZfaqr in India!! You keep smiling Rohith! Looks good on you.

I haven't used any riding boots till date, but I'll used the information you've given before buying one. Thank you

Useful info mate. Was looking to buy one n this is really useful

True, I bought RYO Boots from Spartan Pro Gear somewhere in 2017. I had used it occasionally for much period and was in storage for a long time. last month when i took it to long road trip, in hot weather, after 300 kms the sole totally came off in one boot and the another was about to. I had to search for a cobbler and get them stitched on the way . Took 2 hours to get this done. So strongly advise, when we buy boots get it stitched as precaution because these adhesives give up, if stored in cupboards for many months.

Don't throw them man. Keep them as collectibles. U earned this🙌

Very very useful video Ro. Bikers should think twice before ordering apparel online. I never order anything I can’t try / feel / experience. Deals apart . All biking companies outsource their apparel. Don’t really have a production unit. The Triumph boot you used I think were the alpinestars corazols. In tamizhl we have what’s called as “aadi kalivu “ meaning the shedding of products during the tamil season of aadi. It was so demeaning to their selling product that they renamed it “aadi thallupadi” or end of season sale. This was the time that allowed them to sneak in an old stock.the issue with a long term shelved boot is that for the super adhesive holding the sole and the upper it needs constant pressure on them to keep them bound to the upper. Heat/weight keeps them together. We have seen our fathers stick our notebook bindings and put another heavy book on them overnight. Same goes with these. When we give our shoes to Dr pronto he sticks them and puts them in a lathe kinda apparatus overnight to seal. That said we are always looking for deals. And India is I’m sad to say is a dumping ground for the international biking Brand’s poor moving stock. All the dealers of HD are protesting now not just cause of the “rude” exit from India but also with all the residual global stock of apparel/accessories they were forced to stock as part of their dealership deal. There are plans for a massive sale to push all residual stocks dating back to 2018. Nothing wrong in taking advantage of a sale. But be mindful of 1.comfort /fit / experience. Try it walk /wear if your bike is around sit on it for at least half hour to observe it’s manners 2.manufacturing date/year- you don’t find the tags ditch it ASAP or look for the bar codes on the backside of the tongue 3.physically examine for small air pockets at the linking points of sole and upper 4.fasten and unfasten Hard a few times to weak rivet points 5.smell the leather-if it smells of fungus it’s time to ditch..a single season fungus smell will dissipate come summer. But a long term one has allowed it to seep deep into the leather .Remember folks leather is curated skin and what will happen to your skin on long term exposure to moisture..it will shrivel/shrink/chapp 6.even if it’s a non sale product look at the dates/place of production (Cambodia products reach us faster). I did pick some brilliant gloves and apparel from BMW in this sale. So go out there and get the best of the deals. And thanks Ro for this timely video as this is the season to be jolly with all the Thi Gs on sale. Ride safe and god speed boys n girls

I think this is the only video on KZfaq in India where somebody told what to really look , when buying riding boots.Thats why I really like and appreciate you.Thanks for making such informative videos.

Right review at right time. I m using woodland shoe for past 4 yrs to protect my toes and covered nearly 50k kms. Past few days, I m searching for riding boots and you have given a great useful tip to me at right time.. Thnak you.

The setup is CLASS 🙌🏽

Just yesterday I bought the Orazo boots. Upon watching your video, I checked the box and yes there was no MFG date mentioned anywhere. Thanks for the info. I hope Orazo lasts.

Thank you for talking about this topic. I have always told my friends to change the armor in their riding jackets and the pads in their helmets atleast once a year since a "good" use will wear and tear them. That obviously extends to other riding gear bits like for example you covered about your old shoes literally falling off. I hope that you do expand this bit to other gear as well.

The setup is really amazing. As usual your way of expressing the thoughts r outstanding🥳🥳

loved the speed and absence of theatrics!

Shoes, boots whatever, any footgear has an expiry. Always check manufacture date. Buy close to manufacturing date. and Rohit, I have experienced the same and many must have. But making this video needs a thumbs up. 👍

Forma boots are amazing .. i have been using a pair for past 3 years and they’ve held up very well. Inhave ridden them in extreme cold and rain and they provided good protection. All the best in your adventures w Forma!

Valuable input. Should help anyone put the right foot forward 😀

Loved it.... Love your passion.... Our WISHLISTS are long but not everyone is so Blessed to have it all...

I am a huge huge fan of your storytelling Sir. Be it a travelogue or any information about a piece of gear. They way you connect the pieces, it just blows my mind.

This is not just with riding boots but applies to any leather gears. I recently bought BBG gloves on sale, but they openly stated that there is an issue with the touch leather and it will not be covered in the warranty. Just like your case, because they gave me a 50% off I went ahead and bought it thinking even If they last for 6 months I am fine with it. But just after a days' use, the touch leather came off completely. With COVID lockdown, leather storage turned out to be an issue everywhere and that caused such deterioration in product quality. For anyone who is looking to buy such gear, it is good to ask about this beforehand. ANything on sale is something you should buy only if you are okay with losing it.

TFT, Thanks for sharing this very important aspect of riding boots. I appreciate it very much.

Hi. This video made an interesting point regarding date of manufacture of Riding boots which will definitely contribute to its overall life. Considering your experience in long distance touring on bikes it'll be very helpful if you release video on parameters to look for while choosing the right shoes. Best wishes.

Simple, to the point, classy, informative....very TFT!! No wonder not a single down vote till date. Attaboy!

Now waiting for your review of these boots

You've made a good purchase. Using the same shoes for a while now. Loving them.

Forma was earlier lesser known brands in India , now the name is coming up as most of the jurnos are wearing these , i still consider this brand as one of the best , their ice pro flow are the best racing and street riding boots i have seen . These boots were selling around 16k in delhi some 2 years back at redline racing store but i didnt know priced has increased soo damm much . I think perfomance racing store in mumbai are still selling these at 17k on their website but ya no idea about their manufacturing date. Anyways great buy & happy riding 🤘🏻

Used a Shima pair in my last ride. Those were rented, and listening to this, I think renting is the best option there is.

We all think that bike is mainly what we need and we started saving up for it. Eventually realise that the touring mods needed + safety gear + decent camera gear for vlogs + fuel (as of current "ache din"), you'd eventually have to sell your other kidney as well 😅

I have to disagree. My riding boots are old, probably between six and ten years and have seen a lot of miles. The leather, the sole and the stiching are still in good order, the boots are still waterproof (Goretech). My year old gloves on the other hand are already deteriorating, poor quality like your Triumph boots. But great video, as ever.

Some of Alpinestars leather boots and jackets are made by Tata International in Tamil Nadu, but the sad thing is they are never sold in India, straight away exported!!

I've had the Forma Adventure knee length boots and the ankle boots since mid 2018. Lasted so far so you're good for at least a coupla years.

This little bit of information is gold for all of us. Thanks for sharing 😊

You are just awesome... You truly express your opinion and experience ... thanks for sharing

Hadnt thought about the "life of the material" aspect before. Interesting and informative video. Which also is a eye opener that never go behind sale items ! Also why does my attention go towards the t-shirt as well - part of your new merch ?

The only video that i saw which made justice to the title. Because such thumbnail titles in YT is just clickbait. Moreover a story of 2 boots just came up 😀

I came here for toll free knowledge Thanks for sharing your concoction of knowledge with experience

Very good and informative topic. Thank you for sharing. Boots really wore out quickly if you don’t use it than using and maintaining it.

TCX boots are excellent

Happy Riding bro👍

Interesting video,how old boots are when bought is something I'd never even considered before now,but I will consider in future. Thanks once again for an honest and straightforward revue,keep up the good work ;0)

Your way of presentation is very good 👍 👌 👏

Same with jackets…got 15 month old RE jacket just now..

Good video with great information Thanx👍👍

Very good to know info. Thanks mate!

Very Informative Video .. never even thought about these aspects of buying riding gear. 👌👌👌

Very much true. Same happen with me, with my FOX Comp 5 Adventure boots

Now I'm totally convinced that google is listening to our phone calls. I have been searching for boots as mine has fallen apart. I bought it for 13k just 2 years back. And sole came off plastics cracked. Only the leather is intact. Today i was ranting it to a friend of mine over phone. He has the same brand, slightly more expensive than mine..but it lasted longer than mine. And the coincidence is that the brand is Forma. 😀 Good luck. Pls suggest a pair of track boots in the range of 10k which is not sold by spg.

Very useful and informative video. Thanks a lot 👍👍👍

That's a really cool table (or stand?) in the back!

Do try good military boots next time. They're mostly not waterproof but foreign models would be waterproof too.

forma is also brilliant

Really informative video about the boots, I am using a Falco mixto boots and the same happened to it similar to the triumph boots 😅

always feel good watching your videos. when you are going for next big tour?

Beautiful video ....... it is informative and to the point.

U as inspiration I started riding now and completed Hyderabad- Mumbai one way in 13 and half hrs but didn’t start vlogging yet. Hopefully by 2021 summer I’m planning to start. Will see u someday and surely get some tips for sure Rohit bro. Stay safe and stay healthy.

Informative 👍 Thanks for making this video

Thanks a lot bro. I am searching for a good boots. Really helpful video.

Wonderfully explained👍...

Same thing happened to my BBG boots lol

Eagerly waiting for the ownership review of Xpulse 200.Make it fast brother.Cant wait much more

great info for me. going to buy one next week.

You're one amazing KZfaqr Rohith, I hope I get to see you someday as I'm from Chennai too !!

Such a amazing way of explanation well

absolutely bang on - I bought my Alpinestars Tech 7s from Australia only after ensuring they were manufactured less than 6-9 months ago. Same thing with my helmet, the Scott 550!

nice hidden points you shared

Most waited video ❤️

Really informative video. Keep it up brother. 👍👍

As usual informative stuff kudos rohith👍

Yes this is very informative👌👌👌

May be no one has asked this before. I can't find it anywhere on the net. If I have limited amount of cash, and im definitely buying a good helmet and gloves. What's the next thing I should invest in? Should I buy a good riding pant and a cheaper riding jacket or should I invest more in riding jacket? Bcoz I feel knees have higher chance of injury. So which is more important, riding jacket or riding pant?

Thank for shareing information 👍

Vital information. I got TCX boots about 4 years ago and they have just started falling apart. Thinking of buying the new set but worried about the same thing, highnote may have imported those boots sometime back so don't know how much life they have left

Good one Rohit...

thanks for that information

Such an informative video bro 👍🏻

didnt realize riding boots were this expensive 😭😭

Buddy I too am using same boots from few months, its a nice one which is good for walking too while on ride.

Wonderful information Sir, Always worthful things which are coming directly from vast experience. Love from Odisha, Sir !!!

Your attitude while speaking is awesome Rohit Anna 😍

Review was thorough and very helpful, never realized the reason of different price ranges across dealers. Thanks . Which bike do you ride ?

This is a very important piece of information that you've shared. Will help lot of riders. Only you can come up with these sensible videos while others are just...meh...keep at it Rohit \m/

Nice advice good for good jarny

Let's not Compromise on our Dream. I wish your *Wishes to Happen* ASAP. Nice to see you Smiling 😊 Rohit

This happens to any leather boots also. Regardless of the type of use.

Great review 👍

i am surprised about this boot quality. i also use a triumph boot they are fabulous... waterproof as aswell. i use bradly boots

Thank you brother for making such a informative video... please make videos about riding jacket and riding pants... thanks again lots of love from Assam 🇮🇳

Useful 👏

Instead of making this a Triumph rant video, you managed to steer away and make it informative for us. On a similar note Rohith bhai, my riding boots have given away and I am planning to buy Alpinestars Tech 3, I understand that they have a similar price point to your Forma boots. Any reason why you chose Forma over Tech 3s?

To the point !!!

First view. Really informative video bro. Thanks for sharing.

Suggest some boots for scooter city rides, with good ankle protection.

So informative 👌

Over time, the sole of these boots tend to come off. Also, when you re-patch the sole, the "waterproofing" goes away. Four of my friends have the same issue. All bought at the same time. And when the price was Rs. 14K.

The triumph one has been torned apart.

21000rs is a big amt for boots to be ridden on indian roads on a bike.also when u r not riding and going for a walk these feel like wearing gumboots and walking in rains.

Thank you Rohit

Well best is always Army Combat Boots... rough & tough uses hardly it cost Rs 700/-

Good Insight! Are you using Klim Baja S4 Jacket?