The first time I put my foot in my 5.5, I thought I would hate them, but after 2 laps, I'm actually as comfortable as in my house shoes in them.

Every pair of Alpinestars I have every owned, regardless of level, have always fit like a pair of my favorite gym shoes.

Leatt 4.5 is a great boot! Definitely my favorite out of the past few pairs ive owned

Great video like most of the RM vids. I come here to get details and technical info I don't find elsewhere. Boot weight is a good example. Weight is a big deal to me and here I learned the weight of both boots. I wish it was included in the specs. As for the boots, I currently own both the T7 and 5.5. I like the fit and comfort of the T7 but the construction and protection is inferior to the 5.5. The down side of the 5.5 is that its a bit heavier than the T7 and clumsy to walk in. That's why I'm considering the 4.5 enduro. Its definitely lighter than the 5.5 and without the flex loc system should have better agility. Need to try them on. I'm also considering the SIDI X3 enduro but they are hard to find.

I’d be happy to buy some tech 7s once there finally back in stock!!

First impression of wearing Leatt 4.5 Enduro . Two thumbs up. I already own a pair of Alpinestars Tech 7 in size 9 US. I just ordered the Leatt 4.5 in size 9 US for replacement. My initial impressions after unboxing boots and comparing them to Tech 7. The Leatt 4.5 weights identical to the Tech 7 in size 9. Both came in at 3lb. 13.9oz. Both boots are same height. The Leatt 4.5 tapers about 1/4" in rear. As RMC ( Chase ) mentioned, the Leatt seems to run slightly snugger around heal and toe box area. The Leatt actually seems to fit me better. In shoe size, I am somewhere closer to 9.5. I have a small and narrow foot that measures around 268mm. in length with thin sock. Cleary the Leatt 4.5 Enduro is going after the Tech 7. Both have very similar liners. The foot bed of Leatt is very grippy. I had to work to get my Superfeet insole in. The enduro sole seems grippy. The forward walking flex is very similar to Tech 7. The toe area will need some breaking to bend. Thanks RMC for your various Leatt 4.5 reviews. Spot on thus far.

Hi Chase, I wrote to you from Italy a few weeks ago about the “mid level boots” video. This is my opinion: leatts are not easy to find here in northern Italy, tech7s offer the best peeg feel and the gaerne fastback offer better protection. In the end I bought the gaerne fastback for greater protection and durability as I use DRC oversized footpegs, the gaerne sole is stiffer than alpinestars but after a short time you have total control. Your videos are always excellent, I hope someday to see a video with leatt vs gaerne. Greetings from Italy. Andrea

Good review. Every boot needs that slide lock velcro or no velcro at all

Just ordered my boy the Leatt 4.5 for his upcoming 2022 Motocross season, he has all new Leatt protective gear, and a new 2022 KX85 to go for this coming season

Im been 2 both boot... i choose leatt 4.5 had more durable.. no hinge issue...

I went with the 5.5 enduros after my last set of Tech 7s - I thought moving from the ole reliable 7s was a risk at the time but I'm very happy with the Leatts. Just wish they had more colour options.

Excellent review chase. In general RM does some of best reviews. As others have note, far better than just some printed article. I am now considering a Leatt 4.5 Enduro instead of replacing my Tech 7 with another one. Thanks. Kam

It would be nice if you also sowed the shape of your foot. I noticed that many MX riders have very narrow and sometimes even flat feet - probably because they have been riding since childhood and kept squeezing their feet into narrow boots and because they have not been walking or running a lot.

Sold me on the 4.5 mate. The heel fit sounds to me like a winner.

I have 3 Tech 7s. 1 is the Drystar for off-road. Unfortunately the boot doesn’t live up to its name. It seems that Alpinestars used the same die cut for it as the regular Tech 7s. It always leaves a gap when buckling up. I assume it’s because the additional padding wasn’t taken into account when they used the same die cut. I get more water with it than the regular Tech 7s.

you forgot to mention that alpine stars offers sizes down to a size 5. Accommodating women with smaller feet. I wish Leatt had higher end boots for smaller feet. youth boots just doesn't cut it

Super helpful video 👍🏻

Hi all at Rocky Mountain...We need a decent outlet like yours in the UK, a lot off independent store's that struggle with stock. Any thought that you would expand to the UK? Thanks

Man it’s hard to beat the tech 7 I have a old pair from 2009 that I still put on from time to time they are pretty hammered but have been so good to me I can’t throw them out I will say the newest tech 7 I have have great frame grip and are the best boots I have ever rode in

WD-40 the buckles after washing and you won't have any problem

the ankle part i agree stay in place but i noticed w/o give if you do a foot stomp save on a corner it will tweak your knee cuz it has no give

I'm not sure if you've done this yet, buy could you make one one the oneal entry level boots?

Strange you think the tech 7 has a wider toe box? Because I bought the 4.5 because it has the widest toe box out of any boot I've tried on and the tech 7 width was too skinny.

The size i should take is the same as my shoes or something more big or small. ? Thanks

Is the 4.5 has better durability then the tech7s?

I have little calves, which is better ?

I'll stick with SG12 I feel they have more protection.

I wish the tech 7 came with stitch-on soles

Hey thanks for the video, are the 4.5 waterproof? Or just the enduro tech 7 offer that? Thanks!

Is leatt 4.5 comfortable for big calf & knee brace use

How do guys deal with 1/2 size feet? i'm 10.5 and own 11 A* 7s and they feel a bit big, especially the tall toe box making shifting very hard.

Do you mean radius? My wrist is more than 6 inch circumference.

currently breaking in the 4.5 they feel like a broken foot brace toe area and ankle area are stiff as a rock 🪨 i could see someone falling off their bike prior to breaking them in

I have a question is the Leatt 4.5 waterproof?

Bad timing for this video... Obviously right now buy leatt because they are actually in stock. Any idea when tech 7’s will be on your shelves? They are definitely the way to go.

Tech 7 doesn't have a steel shank sole. Toes bend up to the shin

I want one of those, how can I get it?

Never will I ever buy anything Alpinestars again. The quality has gone downhill and the customer service is non existent. Gearne,Leatt,Klim,Fly from now on .

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