Of course, you could get on your bike wearing sneakers. But as every biker knows, that’s not a particularly good idea. Accidents (unfortunately) happen, and at that moment you want your feet to be protected properly. There are motorcycle boots on the market, but they are often not so much suitable for walking longer stretches of time. Not to mention the prices! So why not consider safety shoes?
As a biker, you are probably already familiar with what a shoe on a motorbike has to offer. We want to show you here why our safety shoes are the perfect equipment for a motorbike ride. Not only on the bike, but also for sightseeing or a walk during the break.
Our shoes are robust – not only in the sense of tear proof, in order to protect the foot in case of an accident, but also heat-resistant. After all, the shoes are in close proximity to motorbike parts that can get very hot. The material should not be damaged and, above all, the feet should be protected from the heat. Our leather safety shoes meet these requirements in particular, as they are often used in areas where it can get hot. Our shoes with the suffix HI in the product name have a heat-resistant sole that can withstand temperatures of up to 200 degrees Celsius, and even 300 degrees Celsius for short periods.
In hot summer temperatures, the feet should not sweat too much in the shoe. Therefore, motorbike shoes must be breathable. This is a feature that all our safety shoes have. And they can do even more: even when rain showers follow the heat, our shoes are reliable. Most models are made of water-repellent materials so you will at least make it to the next shelter with dry feet. If you have chosen one of our shoes with a GORE-TEX membrane, you can even continue riding in the rain. GORE-TEX keeps your feet permanently dry and yet is extremely breathable – in all weathers, over the entire product life.
When it rains, the asphalt quickly becomes slippery. Nothing is as annoying as slipping with the foot while manoeuvring the motorbike. That’s why it’s incredibly important that the outsole is slip-resistant. All our soles are certified accordingly and provide a secure grip on almost all wet and dry surfaces. This makes the safety shoe very versatile in any weather and on difficult surfaces. In addition, our outsoles are oil and fuel resistant.
So what could be safer than a safety shoe? In addition to the features mentioned above, all shoes in protection class S3 have a robust toe cap made of plastic or steel, which protects the toes in the event of an accident. The penetration protection made of steel or textile helps to prevent injuries caused by sharp objects lying around, such as nails or screws.
The midsole of some of our models also has it all. Because the comfort of our shoes is just as important to us as their protective functions. Our “Wellmaxx” series is therefore equipped with the innovative Infinergy® particle foam from BASF. This is an extremely resilient cushioning material that returns half of the energy expended while walking to the wearer. Walking like on clouds – practical for sightseeing or a walk during the break. But also interesting for all those who ride their motorcycle to work and are then on their feet all day. And we also have the right shoe for particularly wide or narrow feet. We developed our “Ergo-Active 2.0” series together with scientists. Because every foot is different. We found out that there are three different types of feet: wide, averagely wide and narrow feet. We have the right shoe for each type.
This applies to both men and women. Because the male and female foot shape is about as comparable as apples and pears. With our “Trekking Lady” series, we have also reacted to this special aspect and offer special women’s models. So female motorcyclists will also find what they are looking for.
So there is something for everyone – whether robust, casual, sporty or as a ladies’ model. Here you will find a selection of models that are particularly suitable for motorcycling and look just as good at the same time.