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Purpose-designed motorcycle boots protecting the foot and ankle without impeding control.
Purpose-designed motorcycle boots that protect the foot and ankle while allowing comfortable operation of the controls. Their resistance and protective features matter more than a pronounced heel. Ordinary trainers or shoes leaving the ankle exposed provide less protection among these options. Footwear should fit securely without impeding motorcycle control.
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Purpose-designed motorcycle boots protecting the foot and ankle without impeding control.
Ordinary trainers without motorcycle protective features.
Shoes leaving the ankle exposed.
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