PRoductreviews iXS Madox All-Season boots By Jerry Riederer #135671
I’VE NEVER GIVEN A LOT OF thought to my riding boots. Of course I always wear appropriate footwear as part of my ATGATT (“All The Gear All The Time”) approach to riding; however, I’ve not spent much time considering the relative virtues of one boot over another. I really just want my boots to quietly go about their job without much fuss. I want warm feet during those cold spring and fall rides. I want cool comfort in late July, and I want dry feet anytime the clouds open up overhead. Is that too much to ask from one pair of motorcycle boots? Not with the Madox All- Season Boots from iXS. The iXS Motorcycle
Fashion brand of cloth- ing is based in Switzer- land and has been around since 1979. While this brand may be rela- tively new to the US mar- ket, iXS has been very popular in the European and Asian markets for decades. The company takes pride in providing uncompromisingly safe motorcycle apparel that is fashionable, functional and comfortable. The Madox boot is the flag- ship of their touring boot line. As with other iXS products that I have tested, these boots scream quality right out of the box. They feel substantial in the hand, with impressive quality materials and workmanship. The
uppers are a 24 BMW OWNERS NEWS May 2016
combination of supple, water resistant nappa calf leather and an extremely tough textile. A waterproof GORE-TEX® mem- brane lines the entire boot. The breathabil-
resistant. Tough reinforcement pads, located on the top inside toe area, prevent wear to the boot, whether the shift lever is on the right or left. The toe profile is nicely tapered and makes for an easy fit under the shift lever. iXS Madox boots have been
tested and classified as per- sonal
protective equipment
according to EU guidelines. They have earned the highest level certification (Level 2) for impact, abrasion/cut resistance and rigidity. Toe and heel cups are strengthened, and padding is added to the shin and ankle areas to protect from crushing or scraping. The boots are about mid-
calf height with a generous top opening to prevent chafing. The closure is a full length zip- per on the arch side of the boot with a waterproof leather hook-and-loop over-flap for additional protection.
Road test
Outstanding quality, comfort and function make the Madox boot a sound investment.
ity of the GORE-TEX® inner lining along with the combination of outer materials maintains optimal climate comfort for your feet, even in the most diverse weather con- ditions. The sole is slip, scuff and oil
Well, that’s enough assessing the boots from the comfort of my office chair; time to take them out on the road. My first ride was on a 62 degree, sunny September day, which admit- tedly did not test their water resistance, but did give me an idea of their general comfort and function. The boots fit comfortably right out of the box. It should be noted that they are Euro-sized, and I had to trust the iXS sizing chart
which told me to order one size smaller than I have worn before. This was definitely the right move; the boots fit perfectly. On the road, the boots felt comfortable in my standard riding position. The left boot
member tested
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