Sidi Adventure Rain Boots

Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.

This review is fromSidi Adventure Rain Boots.

Overall rating

5 / 5

Excellent riding boot

PostedJanuary 9, 2012

HHCKB

From Chester

State:NJ

Rider Type:Adventurer

Age:55-64

Gender:male

Bang for the Buck

4 / 5

Style

5 / 5

Comfort

5 / 5

Protection & Durability

5 / 5

Air Flow

4 / 5

Features

5 / 5

Footbed

Narrow

Wide

Nothing negative to be stated about this product. I'm very happy with this purchase, well constructed, comfortable, nice looking and incorporates all desired features.

Rides: 2009 BMW R1200GS

Yes, I recommend this product.

0points

0of 0voted this as helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.

This review is fromSidi Adventure Rain Boots.

Overall rating

4 / 5

squeaky

PostedDecember 29, 2011

Gear Geek
Vote on helpful content and promote its author.
Gear Geek

From Buffalo

State:NY

Rider Type:Kneedragger

Age:25-34

Gender:male

Bang for the Buck

3 / 5

Style

4 / 5

Comfort

3 / 5

Protection & Durability

4 / 5

Air Flow

2 / 5

Features

4 / 5

I ride an ATV and these boots do very well. They are very water proof and very protective. They are not the easiest things to walk in and are very squeaky but that is not why you would buy a set of these.

Rides: 2006 Yamaha YZF-R6

Yes, I recommend this product.

0points

0of 0voted this as helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.

This review is fromSidi Adventure Rain Boots.

Overall rating

4 / 5

Great Boot for rugged ADV riding

PostedNovember 20, 2011

pasomonte

Gear Geek
Vote on helpful content and promote its author.
Gear Geek

From Taos

State:NM

Rider Type:Adventurer

Age:45-54

Gender:male

Bang for the Buck

4 / 5

Style

5 / 5

Comfort

5 / 5

Protection & Durability

5 / 5

Air Flow

2 / 5

Features

4 / 5

I have never had a pair of any kind of boots that were more comfortable than these. They are very well built and the buckles work just fine. The lowers are mostly leather and need some treatment from time to time. They do not breath much and would be quite uncomfortable in hot weather.
Although mine were very waterproof when I received them but after 15K miles of hard adventure riding they leak pretty badly although appearing to be in good shape.
My thoughts about this? If your waterproof/ breathable boots aren't Goretex- They aren't

Rides: 2010 BMW G650GS

Yes, I recommend this product.

0points

0of 0voted this as helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.

This review is fromSidi Adventure Rain Boots.

Overall rating

4 / 5

Feel good and lots of protection

PostedNovember 7, 2011

bhurley

Bang for the Buck

4 / 5

Style

5 / 5

Comfort

4 / 5

Protection & Durability

5 / 5

Air Flow

3 / 5

Features

4 / 5

Happy so far with these boots. Reasonably comfortable and feel like there is great protection

Rides: 2006 KTM 990 Adventure

Yes, I recommend this product.

0points

0of 0voted this as helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.

This review is fromSidi Adventure Rain Boots.

Overall rating

4 / 5

Good touring boot but not enough protection for dual sporting.

PostedOctober 24, 2011

Erik27610

From Raleigh

State:NC

Rider Type:Adventurer

Age:35-44

Gender:male

Bang for the Buck

4 / 5

Style

4 / 5

Comfort

4 / 5

Protection & Durability

4 / 5

Air Flow

4 / 5

Features

4 / 5

I've been riding in the Sidi Adventures for about a month now and they are the most comfortable riding boots I've ever had. Protection is alright but they are a bit soft in some crucial areas, especially the toe. They squeak quite a bit when walking around and I'm still working on finding ways to make them squeak less. These are my all day/everyday boots (more road than dirt)...city travel/commuting, work, light (very light) off road. For those purposes they get 5 stars. They look and feel like they will protect the foot and leg in a basic crash but are definitely not dual sport boots. They offer crash protection for the middle leg. However they don't secure it in place. For more hardcore adventure riding and any single track I'm still going with something like the Sidi Crossfires. The Adventures really need a third or fourth buckle on the upper part of the boot and more toe protection to make them live up to their name but overall I'm really happy with them.

Yes, I recommend this product.

0points

0of 0voted this as helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.

This review is fromSidi Adventure Rain Boots.

Overall rating

3 / 5

Not Waterproof

PostedOctober 13, 2011

tractah

From Gtown

State:ME

Rider Type:Adventurer

Age:55-64

Gender:male

Bang for the Buck

3 / 5

Style

4 / 5

Comfort

3 / 5

Protection & Durability

5 / 5

Air Flow

3 / 5

Features

4 / 5

Footbed

Narrow

Wide

These boots are narrow and after several months have never really gotten comfortable. They are absolutely NOT waterproof. You can get away with splashing thru puddles while trail riding or riding in drizzle for a few minutes but today I traveled 70 miles in a fairly steady rain and my feet were soaked when I got home. As for the squeakiness, just apply some baby powder and it disappears, but it will have to be applied every few weeks. They seem like tough, rugged and protective boots but if waterproof is one of your priorities then these are not the boots.

No, I do not recommend this product.

0points

0of 0voted this as helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.

2 3 4 5 ... 10 next>>

Filtering is in progress. Please wait until it completes.

2 3 4 5 ... 10 next>>

Use our Product Q&A for a chance to win our monthly $100 giveaways.

Have a functionality, fit, or otherwise product-specific question about the Sidi Adventure Rain Boots? Ask it here! If you have a customer service or shipping question, please direct it to our Customer Service department.

(6 Questions : 23 Answers)

Product Q&A

Ask your questions. Share your answers.

Q&A Home

« Back

Search Q&A

All

Sidi Adventure Rain Boots

6 answers

Water protection vs. Goretex version?

ADH6501

Rider Type: Adventurer

Age: 45-54

Gender: male

Toronto

SIDI Adventure Gore-Tex Boots

Hey guys - great site. In the video review of the Adventure Rain boot, Anthony refers to it as "waterproof". How much additional water protection would I have if I spent the additional $$$ on the Goretex version?

Rider Type: Adventurer

Age: 45-54

Gender: male

Products related to my question

(9)

5 months ago

ADH6501

Rider Type: Adventurer

Age: 45-54

Gender: male

Toronto

0points

0out of 0found this question helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Answers

Gear Geek

Answer:

Mine were very waterproof when I first got them. In fact I even fly fished a bit in them with no leaks. However, after a heavy summer of mud holes and 15K miles of ADV riding all over N. America they now leak even from just riding on the highway. Hopefully its just the seam in the bellows. They are still extremely comfortable and well though out but not very waterproof or breathable. As I said elswhere " If your waterproof/breathable boots aren't Goretex....They aren't

Age: 45-54

Gender: male

2 months, 2 weeks ago

pasomonte

Gear Geek

Age: 45-54

Gender: male

Taos

0points

0out of 0found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Seasoned Pro

Answer:

I just rode non-stop in heavy rains from Bangor Maine to just north of NYC, not an unusual ride for me. I find the boots comfortable and rugged, although new cushy innersoles are the ticket. However, these boots did not stand up to the ride and my toes were wet when I got home. Sidi warranty explained to me that the Adventure Rain Boots are water resistant not waterproof. If I sent them back they would put them in a tub of water and if they stayed dry for several minutes they would consider them as acceptable for water resistant. Sidi did offer to let me upgrade to the Gore-Tex model which are guaranteed Waterproof, which I accepted. They certainly wanted me to be a happy customer. I would say for short wet rides which I have done many in these boots my feet stayed dry. For extended riding, NO! I still think these are great boots.

Age: 55-64

Gender: male

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Guideboat

Seasoned Pro

Age: 55-64

Gender: male

Millwood, NY

0points

0out of 0found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Seasoned Pro

Answer:

Hi!
I have recently been wearing the SIDI Adventure Rain boots through some very impressive storm systems coming through here. I have to say, they are dry - as - a - bone! While my jacket leaked and water managed to get in through a few spots here and there in other places, my feet remained COMPLETELY dry. Now, I haven't been as far as running through water crossings yet, so I don't know how they will hold up when standing in water of any depth. For GENERAL riding, I wouldn't bother paying the significantly higher cost for the Gore-Tex versions. For anything else more adventurous...

...it may be worth considering.

4 months, 1 week ago

Seasoned Pro

Melbourne

+1point

1out of 1found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful1unhelpful0

Answer:

I bought the Adventure Rain boots instead of the Goretex version. My reasoning was that I'd be paying for the Goretex brand name for little, if any, extra benefit.

5 months ago

DarylWM

0points

0out of 0found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

1 Percenter

Answer:

So far the less expensive version has been completely waterproof for me but I've only been out in one storm and only had them about a month. The true advantage of the gore-tex is that they are lifetime guaranteed waterproof and the breathability of the material is better. While the adventure rain is waterproof it may start to leak in a few months to years (ideally years) and sidi will probably not do anything about it, but if a gore-tex boot leaks you can send it back for a new pair usually...no matter how far down the road it happens. In this particular boot, without a replaceable sole, I went with the less expensive model because I'm thinking I'll be buying another pair in a few years anyway.

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

5 months ago

1 Percenter

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

seaford

+1point

1out of 1found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful1unhelpful0

1 Percenter

Answer:

Unless you live in a place like Louisiana, or Seattle, where it rains more than 120 inches annually, I can't see spending the extra cash on the Goretex version. The regular version has a gator devise along the top (velcro) area of the boot that works great. If you live in a place like the UK, (the wife is from there, so I know of what I speak) you may want to go the extra mile, money wise as it's cold and wet most of the year. I love my "regular" Sidi Rain Boots. They are better than I expected... So good that I sold my other two pair of boots and only wear these. I'm a commuter and do several hundreds of miles per week.

Enjoy!

Vinnie

Age: 45-54

Gender: male

5 months ago

VinnieT

1 Percenter

Age: 45-54

Gender: male

Beverly Hills

0points

0out of 0found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Sidi Adventure Rain Boots

3 answers

Is this boot capable of being re-soled?

Ptrimby

State: MA

Rider Type: Commuter

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

North Shore

Appears to be a stitched sole, however would like to confirm the design. No direct info appears on Sidi's parts page.

State: MA

Rider Type: Commuter

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

5 months, 1 week ago

Ptrimby

State: MA

Rider Type: Commuter

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

North Shore

+1point

1out of 1found this question helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful1unhelpful0

Answers

Seasoned Pro

Answer:

The sole is NOT stitched on. Interestingly they have moulded the base of the boot so that it APPEARS to have been stitched. It seems that the sole is glued to the actual boot. The delineation between boot and sole is quite distinct and any capable repairman should have no problem replacing the sole.
That said, the soles are high density and I reckon they should last quite a while even with hard usage. I have only had my boots a month, so I can't tell you yet how they are travelling.

4 months, 1 week ago

Seasoned Pro

Melbourne

+1point

1out of 1found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful1unhelpful0

1 Percenter

Answer:

As far as I can tell they are not replaceable but they are a pretty good thick sole that wears pretty well. Unless you're in them day-in-day-out and dragging your feet on the bike you should be at least 3 yrs out of them would be my guess.

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

5 months ago

1 Percenter

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

seaford

0points

0out of 0found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

1 Percenter

Answer:

I think that a good cobbler can do a re-sole on this boot. It's stitched together.

5 months, 1 week ago

VinnieT

1 Percenter

Beverly Hills

+1point

1out of 1found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful1unhelpful0

Sidi Adventure Rain Boots

2 answers

What kind of warranty does Sidi offer with this boot?

1 Percenter

State: VA

Rider Type: Adventurer

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

seaford

any waterproofing warranty? any manufacturer defect warranty?

State: VA

Rider Type: Adventurer

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

5 months, 3 weeks ago

1 Percenter

State: VA

Rider Type: Adventurer

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

seaford

0points

0out of 0found this question helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Answers

TeamZilla Elite

Answer:

Sidi boots have a 2 year for manufacturer defects.

Age: 18-24

Gender: male

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Stuart K.

TeamZilla Elite

Age: 18-24

Gender: male

KANSAS CITY

0points

0out of 0found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Answer:

2 years

Age: 45-54

Gender: male

5 months, 3 weeks ago

Repete

Age: 45-54

Gender: male

Mohnton

0points

0out of 0found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Has staff answer

Sidi Adventure Rain Boots

2 answers

sidi adventure rain versus alpinestars scout

travelman

Rider Type: Adventurer

Age: 45-54

Gender: male

Dawson City

Hi,
What are the differences between the Adventure rain and Astars Scout boots? Both have lots of excellent reviews. But quite a difference in price. Also, for fit, I wear an 8.5 Nike. What would be most likely size for me in each boot? And lastly, do you ship these to Canada?
Thanks

Rider Type: Adventurer

Age: 45-54

Gender: male

7 months ago

travelman

Rider Type: Adventurer

Age: 45-54

Gender: male

Dawson City

0points

0out of 0found this question helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Answers

Staff

Answer:

Just to clarify - both the Adventure Rain and the Adventure Rain Gore-Tex are fully waterproof. The difference is in the breath-ability. Gore-Tex ensures full waterproofing as well as allowing moisture to evaporate through the lining. For hot and wet riding conditions, choose the Gore-Tex model, otherwise, the standard Adventure Rain will suffice.

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

7 months ago

Chris K.

Staff

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

PHILADELPHIA

0points

0out of 0found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Seasoned Pro

Answer:

Hi,
For the price the AS Scout is the much better buy. These are my two favorite brands. Sidi makes great products with excellent durability and comfort but I only REALLY love boots with Gore-tex. The Sidi Adv Rain squeak when you walk, are not truly waterproof, and cost much more, which would not feel like much of an upgrade over the Scout aside from nicer buckles. To get full waterproof, Sidi offers the Gore-tex Sidi Adventure which is an addittional $200 or so. I've had other Sidi Rain series boots and in heavy down pours over an hour they leak ... I mean your feet will be soaked in sustained downpours. If you want protection both products will be about the same. Just don't expect Gore-tex performance from either and you won't be disappointed.

Age: 35-44

Gender: male

7 months ago

zenrider

Seasoned Pro

Age: 35-44

Gender: male

Ballston Spa

0points

0out of 0found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Has staff answer

Sidi Adventure Rain Boots

5 answers

Height of boot

Gear Geek

State: NY

Rider Type: Adventurer

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

Buffalo

Could you give me the height of the boot from the bottom of the ankle to the top of the boot (not including the sole)

State: NY

Rider Type: Adventurer

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

7 months ago

Gear Geek

State: NY

Rider Type: Adventurer

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

Buffalo

0points

0out of 0found this question helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Answers

Seasoned Pro

Answer:

Mine are a size US11.5 or Euro46. From the top of the sole to the highest point they are 34cm (about13.5inches).

4 months, 1 week ago

Seasoned Pro

Melbourne

0points

0out of 0found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Up 'n Comer

Answer:

Without the sole, they measure 12 1/2" to the rear of the foot and 13 1/2" to the front. ( measured from the inside.)

Age: 35-44

Gender: male

7 months ago

krispin29

Up 'n Comer

Age: 35-44

Gender: male

RICHMOND

0points

0out of 0found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Staff

Answer:

An 11.5 measured roughly 10.5" from the bottom of the ankle to the top of the boot. Unfortunately we did not have a size 11 in our Philadelphia warehouse.

Age: 35-44

Gender: male

7 months ago

StevanP

Staff

Age: 35-44

Gender: male

Philadelphia

+1point

1out of 1found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful1unhelpful0

Gear Geek

Answer:

Don't really feel like calling. How about a size 11 boot. Thanks.

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

7 months ago

Gear Geek

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

Buffalo

0points

0out of 0found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Staff

Answer:

Height measurements will vary between boot sizes. If you would like information regarding your specific size please conact our Customer Service Staff at 1.877.792.9455 Mon-Fri 9AM-7PM EST.

Age: 35-44

Gender: male

7 months ago

StevanP

Staff

Age: 35-44

Gender: male

Philadelphia

-1point

0out of 1found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful1

Sidi Adventure Rain Boots

5 answers

I have a 2EE Width Foot, will this work?

Matt K.

Staff

State: PA

Rider Type: Adventurer

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

PHILADELPHIA

How is this boot for people with wide feet?

State: PA

Rider Type: Adventurer

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

9 months ago

Matt K.

Staff

State: PA

Rider Type: Adventurer

Age: 25-34

Gender: male

PHILADELPHIA

0points

0out of 0found this question helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Answers

Seasoned Pro

Answer:

I have found that almost all SIDI footwear, whether it be motorcycling, bicycling or skiing, are generally broader than a lot of other comparable footwear. Which is one of the main reasons I buy a lot of their products, to suit my wider than average foot. The SIDI boots are VERY adjustable - within reason - and I have found that I am even able to wiggle my toes a bit!

4 months, 1 week ago

Seasoned Pro

Melbourne

0points

0out of 0found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Up 'n Comer

Answer:

Not the most comfortable. i also have wide feet and had to leave them for a while with an expander inserted for me to feel som how comfortable in them. I still use thinner socks, it makes it better.

Age: 35-44

Gender: male

7 months ago

krispin29

Up 'n Comer

Age: 35-44

Gender: male

RICHMOND

0points

0out of 0found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Answer:

I believe it would. I wear a US 10 1/2 3E and ordered a Euro 45 US 11 and they arent too bad. They are more snug than my everyday boots but in no way uncomfortable.

8 months ago

BobbyK

Canonsburg

0points

0out of 0found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Gear Geek

Answer:

Matt, I'm not a wide foot/shoe experienced person, and I hate to give you a wishy-washy answer, but here goes....

Long answer: The boot fastening design is almost identical to ski boots, so there is enough length in the ratcheting tabs to really expand the top of the boot. I have standard/narrow feet and I am usually a 10.5 street shoe. I ordered an 11 to allow for cold weather socks, double layers, etc and I have PLENTY of boot space to work with. My ratchets are adjusted almost all the way in, meaning I have TONS of ratchet slack for expansion. Not having 2EE feet, and going by feel, I would say that, given that this boot is indeed awesome (no kidding), if I were you, I would take a chance and order 1/2 to 1 size up for you to create a little wiggle room for your big dogs. That one size up combined with an excellent ski-boot type adjustable system *may* accommodate your wide dogs. Worst case scenario, RZ has an excellent return policy. Just throw 'em back in the original box, include all tags etc and send back for full refund. (I don't endorse or work for RZ; they've just been a pleasure to deal with, so I give any company like this honorable mention.)

Short answer: This boot is so great, it's worth a shot!

Age: 35-44

Gender: male

8 months ago

zman1968

Gear Geek

Age: 35-44

Gender: male

Lake Forest

0points

0out of 0found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful0unhelpful0

Up 'n Comer

Answer:

It will work well for a EE foot - works for my 4E foot

Age: 55-64

Gender: male

9 months ago

bobo

Up 'n Comer

Age: 55-64

Gender: male

Richmond

+1point

1out of 1found this answer helpful.

Was this helpful?helpful1unhelpful0