I am looking for these boots specifically for riding on multi-day trips and as such I will probably have a change of shoes to change into for the evening....I imagine my current boots will be used for my short trips where I can just decide it isn't "nice enough" to take the bike.

Thanks for ALL the responses...I am discovering boots I never new existed and there are some GREAT prospects guys. Keep your water proofing tips a-comin'. :-)

USMA

 

I wear engineer boots for several reasons.
They are usually made of oiled leather, which makes them very water-resistant. You can't wade in them, but I rode most of the way across South Dakota last summer in a steady rain and my feet never got wet.
They are NOT Gore-Tex, or Dri-Tex or Chippa Tex or whatever. These waterproof membranes DO NOT BREATHE, I don't care what they claim. Your feet will sweat with this stuff in your boots.
They are pull-on boots, allowing air to circulate and keep your feet cooler in the summer. Conversely, the shaft of the boots fills up your pantleg, keeping the wind out, so your feet and legs are warmer in cold weather. Boots that lace tightly around your feet are hot. And they allow lots of air up your pant legs for that cool flapping effect. Or freezing effect in cold weather.
They usually have vibram soles or traction soles of some kind, so when you put your feet down and there's sand or water or oil on the pavement your boots will have a much better chance of staying where you plant them.
They are based on more of a work boot type last, so they're reasonably comfortable to walk in. I've spent many an hour walking around Sturgis without ever thinking about my feet when I'm wearing engineer boots.

 

Harley makes some boot covers that work well... while we were in Alaska, it rained almost every day and my buddy that had those boot covers was the only one that wasn't trying to stack his boots on top of the heater in the hotel room to dry out every night. Nice thing is, you can wear whatever kind of boot you are most comfortable in and not worry if they are waterproof or not.

 

This is one of the MANY stories I've heard about Danner boots lasting forever. And is one of the biggest reasons I bought a pair too.

+1 for the Fort Lewis. They're amazing. I got mine with 200 gram Thinsulate and as was mentioned earlier, Thinsulate protects against both cold and heat. They're also waterproof right up to the top of the boot - yes I've tried... Another selling point that I would mention is that they're made in the USA, so their head office for customer support is right there. Yes, I've used their customer services too and they were great. They really stood behind their product. The boots have the Vibram outsole too... ah, just check out their site. For all my long winded post, I think they sell themselves.

http://www.cabelas.com/p-0005237810106a.shtml

http://www.danner.com/product/boots/...niform+boot.do

 

Just bought my wife a set of boots for bedroom.......lol

 

I like these. SIDI makes them for Aerostitch.
http://www.aerostich.com/off-and-rid...dge-soles.html

 

FXRG boots are great. You can get them at your local Harley Dealer

 

I bought a pair of cruiserworks last year and I really like them. Haven't ridden in really heavy rain yet, just sprinkles and wet roads, did fine and kept my feet dry. Comfortable and lightweight. I carry a pair of tennis shoes for lots of walking, or moccasins.

Walt MI/USA

 

I currently have TourMaster boots from Whitehorse gear for waterproof touring boots. I've had SIDI before and they are top notch quality. The Tourmasters are very good and 1/3 the price, which is why I have them now.

I also keep a pair of rain overboots in the bags and a 10 yo Fieldsheer rainsuit which still keeps me dry. But when on a long ride, I just wear the Aerostich suit and don't need the rainsuit.

 

I may buy a pair of these this weekend. They are made in my home state, which is a plus to me and I think they are purpose built and look good. My question is, do they supply a lot of grip at stops? Can't really tell what the soles look like from the pictures. Boot store is down the street, so I can get a good fit.