I was having a hard time finding in between sizes in these Forma boots. Atomic Moto gets them directly from Forma so you can have it your way, to steal a phrase. The boots are plenty tough for street riding and occasional offroad. The toe box is roomy and are more walkable than MX boots.
Fit and finish on these boots is top-notch. Bravo Forma. I have a size 9 wide foot, and the 43 fits me perfectly, especially the width. These are a great mid-weight medium duty enduro boot that works well with my Leatt knee/shin guards. They were a bit stiff out of the box, but have started to break in nicely after a few rides. One a street ride on my GS, the other a longer enduro ride on my KTM. The boots are comfortable on and off the bikes. Have not ridden in the rain yet, so I cant comment on waterproofness. So far I highly recommend these boots.
Forma Terra Evo Low Boots
I bought the Low boots so I could use them both for the street/ADV riding and light off-roading. If I was doing more off road riding, the tall would have been considered.
I used Atomic Moto recommendations for fit, which vary a bit from other vendors for the Forma boots. For me, they are the right size, a 47 and I wear a 12, they do seem to run a bit wide. Thicker riding socks works as a solution.
They took almost 500 miles for break-in, and now they are super comfortable to wear.
They are waterproof! Two days in a row of riding 250+ miles in hard rain and no leaks.
They are a bit heavy for walking in, but I wanted the stitched on HD sole vs. the rubber one on the Forma Adventure boot. The more I wore them, the better they got, but you are still aware you are wearing a heavy boot. The tread is nice in gravel/dirt when putting a foot down.
Sorry I waited so long to buy these....
Third pair of Formas and I've gotta say these shorties are a winner! First time buying a low boot and I wish all my shoes were as comfortable! Mixed rider here and these have held up great in the dirt so far - offering enough support and stiffness where needed. The soul is a big improvement over the Adventures in my opinion however both are great boots! Five stars on price point too. Use Nixwax on the leather and you can't go wrong! Fits true to size as well - i'm in between a 10.5-11 and 45's are perfect! Hope this helped!
Great light feeling boot, have worn around the house for break in haven't rode in them yet but suspect they will be a good choice, Will submit after break in and ride.
So far so good! I've ridden with them in the dry and in the wet. Gortex seems to be doing its job. the boots are quite comfortable right out of the box. Seems like they might run a bit big, my size 13 are a full inch longer than my size 13 Alpinstars. I thought about replacing with size 12 but I like the way they feel on my feet so much I didn't do it. The wider boot combined with the stitching around the sole took a bit to get used to compared to the slim Alpinstars. had to adjust my shifter, which helped.
For the harder stuff I wear Forma's Predator MX boots, but they're (understandably) too stiff when you know you'll be in lighter conditions and may need to help pick up bikes throughout the day. I had been downshifting to Sidi Adventure and Gaerne trials boots, but those aren't protective enough for unpredictable twin track. Enter the Sidi X-Power SC. 4-buckle security, plenty wide toe box (I can't handle Crossfires), and a good balance of TPU and fabric to offer moderate protection while retaining trail maneuverability and comfort. They even do a great job keeping 6-ish inches of muddy water out - I can personally attest to it. No, they're not GoreTex waterproof for adventure rides, and no they're not going to save your feet from a nasty rock strike, but they're similar to a Tech 7 and will readily handle sticks and mild falls while not wearing you down all day like a "ski boot" can. I'd call them a fantastic value when on sale. Tip: consider orthotics or a D3O sole for extra comfort!
Coming out of Gaerne Fastback Endurance boots which, even after extensive break in, never fit my feet comfortably. The SIDI's fit me really well and stay comfortable even after hours on the pegs (My longest ride was about 3 hours but most of it standing). The narrower heel holds my ankle and foot snugly but comfortably. The roomier toe accommodates my wider forefeet and also allows some foot expansion during a long ride. Design is just right, lots of protection but incorporated without making the boots big, heavy and clunky. That makes these really confidence inspiring on the bike as you get good feel for the controls, without sacrificing the protection that you're wearing these for. I don't walk much in my riding boots but did go a short distance on a trail wearing the SIDI's. They aren't uncomfortable but if you plan on doing any more than minimal walking around, bring a pair of walking shoes with you. The materials seem excellent and look like they will last. Personally, I don't see much downside to the glued soles (vs. a stitched on sole) as by the time they wear out, I'll likely be ready for new boots anyway. While everything about these boots seems pretty first class, only time will tell if they will provide longevity. Out of the box, my left boot had a sharp staple protruding enough to go all the way through the insole and poke my heel. An easy fix but something to watch out for. Overall, after a week of riding in these, I am very happy. The X Power SC's provide great protection while not being ungainly to wear. They fit super comfortably and have (other than the staple) since they came out of the box. At $100 off, these seem like an honest bargain.
I gave Atomic Moto a call to get their feedback on potential boot options. After a long chat with Brian, I settled on the Gaerne and couldn’t be happier. It’s a big step up from my A-stars adventure boot. Took a couple rides to get used to the boot but it feels great now!