Boots are awesome. Confidence inspiring. It is taking some adjustment for shifting and rear braking but not a big deal. Taking a bit for break-in but better every time I put them on. Brian’s advice was spot for me. I am no pro but with these boots I feel much more connected to the bike! Best price I found and arrive on time as promised.
With Atomic Motos help with sizing I ended up with a great fitting boot that has very good protection and comfort very happy with my purchase.
I've only put a couple of gas tanks on these boots so far, but they were immediately comfortable right out of the box. The 4 buckles and velcro at the top all made the fit easy to customize to my foot. The flex feels really natural and creates a much wider range of motion that I expected, but still feels stiff and supportive everywhere. Thank you, Brian for the recommendation! I didn't know much about Gaerne before chatting, and I'm really glad you suggested I look into them. Thanks!
Purchased the Jarvis White and the black wore both around the shop for a couple of hours (everyone said hard to break in ) we went on a four day trip and wore them almost all day each alternating days they’re great no tight spots and the Gaerne buckles are way better than my previous brand Highly recommended
Great padding around the ankle. I have a wide foot and these fit great.
A benchmark boot lives up to the hype. OK, we know that Gaerne makes a premium motorcycle boot, and the Balance Oiled are, if not their apex offering, pretty darn close to it. It is genuinely hard to describe how beautiful these boots are until you hold them in your hand. Everything about them oozes quality and attention to detail. At the same time, these boots are clean and simple. Everything you need and nothing you don't. Instantly comfortable and the gum rubber sole is awesome on and off the bike. I didn't purchase these for off-road use because they don't offer the requisite level of protection for anything more than a fire road. For me, these are an urban or weekend street boot that feels good, looks good and does everything I need it to. And boy are they a looker. People who know nothing about motorcycling comment on these boots. The consensus is that they are "wicked cool".
The Gaerne Oiled Leather Balance boots are a pretty complete package out of the box, but swapping out the OEM insoles for these babies is a very nice upgrade. Super comfortable and takes an already awesome pair of boots to the next level.
Fit was true to size. Very comfortable so far. Havenot hit any water yet so not sure how waterproof they are. Very happy with the purchase so far. Would recommend them.
You guys are always fair and consistent. Good company to deal with.