I only ride once a week so i need a way to break them in at home without ruining them.
Breaking in new riding boots.
They are designed to not drop although there will be some breaking in that is required at the ankle.
So what works for breaking in riding boots.
Breaking in new riding boots is never fun.
They re a little uncomfortable and it s hard to keep my heels down.
We ve all been in your boots.
If you re not already familiar with the term breaking into your leather boots simply means to soften them up so as you can put them on comfortably.
Step 1 choose the best fit possible.
To that end use this simple how to guide to learn how to break your new boots in the shortest time possible.
Breaking in tall boots is never fun but it s a process that we ve all gone through.
The idea of owning pristine boots all shiny and jet black or brown if you so choose is more romantic than the reality of how hard new riding boots are to squeeze onto your calf and zip all the way up.
Putting your boots to work will help them form to your leg and you certainly need to get used to the feel of new boots before you wear them in a show.
Thick leather uppers and solid leather midsoles take a while to break in and rub and squeeze your feet leading to painful blisters if you re unprepared.
It s best to wear new boots early in the day when your feet are fresh your feet expand throughout the day as the weight of your body presses on them and take them off after 2 or 3 hours.
I bought new tall riding boots.
Don t commit to a 12 hour day in your new boots.
Getting your brand new tall boots wet is a little hard to swallow so we ll leave the decision of whether this theory is worth it up to you.
Supposedly as the boots dry they contour themselves to the shape of your legs.
If you can successfully get your new riding boots on then there s the painful breaking in process.
While the sturdiness and durability of boots vary widely from brand to brand there are a few universal tips for breaking in a new pair regardless of who made them.
So when buying motorcycle boots be sure to try them on and walk around inside the store.
No matter how comfortable they may be in your house your arches will need a break after a few hours.
Just keep in mind that breaking in a new pair of boots is a rite of passage for every english rider.
The most important step in breaking in new motorcycle boots is choosing the best fit possible.