After hurting my foot and ankle a couple times riding I got these, they are comfortable and seem to be good protection. They are also pretty easy to walk in
Everything is as expected, except for two things:
1 - My feet like the original Forma sizing, so had to step up a size ... no biggie.
2 - The color (brown) is a bit lighter than I wanted, so I gave them a false patina with some black leather polish ... now looks exactly like I wanted!
No gripes about the boots themselves.
Sizing can be a little tricky so I advise consulting with Bryan. I ordered the Forma Boulders in the biggest size available, but could tell right away they were a bit small. Bryan immediately sent me a return authorization and I re-ordered Adventures in the 49EU/14US......they fit perfectly. Very sturdy lower leg protection, quality materials throughout, and comfortable to walk in. But the real 5 Star Rating goes to Bryan for his helpful, no-hassle commitment to customer service, which can be hard to find these days!
The Forma Adventure boots (I've got brown which looks very good) are sturdy, protective and comfortable to stand on pegs with. They are also comfortable for walks / short hikes to see scenery and trails (not for miles & miles). The tall boots shaft protects from branches or trail crap flinging up to hit your legs. I was initially concerned about the plastic snap buckles, but they've been perfectly reliable for 100s and 100s of miles; easy adjustment, stays put once set. You'll need above-the-calf or knee-high socks. And be sure you know your European shoe size Oh, did I mention they look really good? Designed in Italy, manufactured in Romania (mine anyway); excellent build quality.
Just an add on to my review in August to give a shout out to Forma USA. I had and issue with a strap and they took care of quickly with no hassle. Great boot, great all around service! Been riding in them for 3 months with around 700 miles of both on and off road and they are comfortable. I also did some short hiking in the mountains, 1/4 mile at a time off bike and they felt almost like my regular hiking boots, just higher.
If I’m dropping $2k on ride gear, I’m going to ask questions. Atomic Moto staff was super helpful and patient. Ater some discussion, I ordered an XL jacket. Staff called me and suggested I switch to an L, which I did. Thankfully! The L fits great, and is very comfortable. It’s breaking in nicely after just a few rides. Speaking of rides, I’ve taken three in the Central Oregon winter with temperatures between 50° and 60°. The jacket keeps me nice and warm. I love all the pockets.
I’m glad I downsized. My size large pants seem a bit big standing up, but fit very comfortably while I’m sitting on my bike. I love all the pockets and vents. They were nice and warm during a few Central Oregon winter rides.
Atomic Moto staff was very helpful helping me work through the KLIM sizing (I had originally ordered an XL).
I was a bit worried because, based on the measurement guide, I was close to an XL, but not quite. I want with the L and was worried that they were too tight when I received them. They were stiff, but broke in nicely after a couple hundred miles of riding.
They kept my hands very comfortable in the unseasonably warm Central Oregon winter (it was between 50° and 60° over the course of a couple days.
Atomic Moto staff was super helpful with the process.
My son and I struggle to find wide fitting shoes and boots. I had tried Alpinestars and Fox. I found they were too snug or would bite in the ankles. I tried these boots at a local store and they were comfortable, but the price was better here and I got the color I wanted. Brian's video emphasizing wide was what sinked the hook. This lead me to believe these were the widest fitting boots I could find. I normally wear a 10.5 WW or 4E. I ordered the 12.5US or size 47EU. My son is size 11 W or 2E. He ordered size or 13US or size 48EU. We both found the boots gave us plenty of toe room so that we can wiggle our toes and yet capture our ankles but without any pinch spots. We are thrilled with the fit! We can still shift and brake normally with these boots too. We were looking at more expensive boots, but were thrilled again with the price. I ordered these boots with 2-day delivery. They shipped the next day and arrived in that morning the day of delivery. Shipping was super reasonable. I also had a missed call from Atomic Moto the day they shipped. They sent me an email as well. The final bit that I was so impressed with was there was no sales tax. Brian is in another state and he must not have any shipping warehouses in my state, because everyone else I have dealt with charges sales tax in my state. I am definitely going to be shopping here in the future. Video reviews, good customer service, reasonable shipping, lowest price I found, no sales tax with interstate commerce - it does not get better than this. Thank you Brian! Thank you!
Love working with Atomic, to assure my US foot finds a correct EU boot!