I would be looking to upgrade your made in China boots.
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Trashed boots from the PRO
- Thread starter Yamadoo04
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I had to go buy new boots the other day because my Klims were also worn clean through. It took the better part of a full season, 1200+ miles, but the stock boards on my '13 definately killed those boots.
So... I spent an hour or so with a dremel tool followed by some emery cloth to take down some of the remaining sharp edges on my new '14. Hard to say how much it helped but by new boots look pretty new still after the first ride.
So... I spent an hour or so with a dremel tool followed by some emery cloth to take down some of the remaining sharp edges on my new '14. Hard to say how much it helped but by new boots look pretty new still after the first ride.
What I love about the Stomper boots, even if they ever DO get abused on the soles, is that MF can replace the soles. Maybe that's what you need to look at? Sacrificial soles is better than not being able to stay on, IMO. [/QUOTE]
X 2 - I was not impressed with the durability of my Klim soles on less aggressive boards. Switched to MF and have been very pleased. The fact that the sole can be replaced, as mentioned above, was a big deciding factor. They also seem to be a bit narrower and easier to move around with. Have not seen the new Pro boards as I have a 12 which needs to be upgraded. I think Polaris tried to address a consumer issue/complaint, as I recall a lot of guys were complaining about about the boards on the earlier models.
X 2 - I was not impressed with the durability of my Klim soles on less aggressive boards. Switched to MF and have been very pleased. The fact that the sole can be replaced, as mentioned above, was a big deciding factor. They also seem to be a bit narrower and easier to move around with. Have not seen the new Pro boards as I have a 12 which needs to be upgraded. I think Polaris tried to address a consumer issue/complaint, as I recall a lot of guys were complaining about about the boards on the earlier models.
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mmmmm my motorfist boots dont look like that. have no idea what the fawk your doing. they are a bit more torn up compared to how they were on my iq with snow eliminators but the grip and lack of snow is worth it. Ive got 2 years on my boots, will be year 3 this year......if they last year 4 i will be happy but ill probably get new ones for next year.
Just a thought- I know we have razor sharp running boards, but maybe it's the compound used in the Klim boots. And maybe there is a lack of QC that results in varying sole durometers between boots within the same line. That could explain why some boots are trashed and others are not. A lot of variables at work here- riding style, rider weight, boots, running boards, etc.......
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No, the fact is the boards are super sharp. They are like much of the Pro, unfinished. Stick your bare hand down in the rear suspension sometime. The rails are also really sharp. Saves time and money during manufacturing. Takes a short afternoon in the garage to fix.
Certainly there is some compromise here too. I am now more conscious of how I kick the snow off after just having dropped $250 for new boots. If I could have found the MF boots locally to try on I probably would have bought them based solely on the replaceable sole.
Take a dremel with a coarse sanding drum and take off all of the high corners. Debur a little with emery cloth and be aware of dragging your boots back and forth across the boards. It is the price paid for excellent traction in snowy icy conditions. Sharp metal edges + soft rubber boots = better control.
I still had excellent traction, even with a little tuning on the sharpest edges.
Certainly there is some compromise here too. I am now more conscious of how I kick the snow off after just having dropped $250 for new boots. If I could have found the MF boots locally to try on I probably would have bought them based solely on the replaceable sole.
Take a dremel with a coarse sanding drum and take off all of the high corners. Debur a little with emery cloth and be aware of dragging your boots back and forth across the boards. It is the price paid for excellent traction in snowy icy conditions. Sharp metal edges + soft rubber boots = better control.
I still had excellent traction, even with a little tuning on the sharpest edges.
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I spent $50 having my local boot shop put vibram soles on my riding boots. Zero problems. I am starting to honestly believe people are just generally unhappy and love to complain. Lets play this out a little. Oh I keep falling of the boards they are too slippery, Oh they are too sharp, Oh the snow is to deep to show my skills, Oh if the snow was deep I would show you how its done....... and so on. Theres a problem find a solution but complaining about it does nothing and from the pictures those boots look to be a little wore out anyways.
I would sure like to know what to apply to the boards to keep the snow from building up especially in the rear section-
3 pros in my group all 14's and the snow /ice buildup in the rear section is horrible- 1/4 way from the rear to the middles of the board and the price of boots has taught me to not kick the boards as in the years past...
The painted Cat and doo boards don't have this issue..
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I've been pleasantly surprised at how much less the painted tunnels/boards on the '15's hold. It's still not as good as it needs to be but is better
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I love the boards, but a bit aggressive. I've never slipped off the running board like older modelsSome file them down and I probably ought to, instead I just ride the darn thing and smile!!!
i thought i saw you slip off yesterday???? i guess i was mistaken!
I find the large holes in the running boards are great for looping duct tape around. So I duct tape my boots in the riding position and just slip into them. Never slip off and never wear my boots out.
When I get home, I drive straight into my garage, slip out of my permenantly mounted boots and into my fuzzy warm slippers. Ya gotta try it! It's the bomb.
I'm thinking of taping down another pair further back for when I want to do wheelies.
When I get home, I drive straight into my garage, slip out of my permenantly mounted boots and into my fuzzy warm slippers. Ya gotta try it! It's the bomb.
I'm thinking of taping down another pair further back for when I want to do wheelies.
haha too funny
i don't see the problem those boots are just getting broken in
Yeah, i bought a pair of carbides the other day, way too sharp, and i saw a girl at the mall and her boobs were way too big. Someone needs to call someone about all these issues.
i thought i saw you slip off yesterday???? i guess i was mistaken!
Ouch. I'm still taking Mark's riding lessons!!!
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What a whiner.......
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I think Polaris did a great job with the boards on my '14.... I don't see any reason to bother buying expensive boots ,$80 Sorels work fine for many many rides if you don't kick at the snow on the boards !
Motorfist Stomper boots are still the ONLY sled boot that has a replaceable sole.....Just say'n.
Bring on the sharpest boards and replace the sole every 200 miles if you like.
Bring on the sharpest boards and replace the sole every 200 miles if you like.
