Classic boot - Time will tell on quality/longevity
Really like the style of these boots. At this price point really hope they’ll be something that lasts several years. Not a fan of how the leather ankle strap is stitched into the boot in front of the zipper. Makes it more fashionable than functional. It makes sense for ease of entry throwing on the boot, but be cautious tightening that strap. It’ll pull on the zipper and if that pulls apart the boots are done (good boot repair is hard to find. Would be a tough zipper to replace).Style wise and riding in them are great. Really enjoy the extra stability from the tread. Way more stable than the cowboy boots I was riding in before. I don’t find them hot at all but have only rode them in the mid-20’s’C. I don’t think heat will be an issue (at least for me).Crazy how ... MoreReally like the style of these boots. At this price point really hope they’ll be something that lasts several years. Not a fan of how the leather ankle strap is stitched into the boot in front of the zipper. Makes it more fashionable than functional. It makes sense for ease of entry throwing on the boot, but be cautious tightening that strap. It’ll pull on the zipper and if that pulls apart the boots are done (good boot repair is hard to find. Would be a tough zipper to replace).Style wise and riding in them are great. Really enjoy the extra stability from the tread. Way more stable than the cowboy boots I was riding in before. I don’t find them hot at all but have only rode them in the mid-20’s’C. I don’t think heat will be an issue (at least for me).Crazy how little selection there are for classic engineer boots. At this price point, really hope they last, but I’m thinking they might wear out after 3-4 years after spending some time with them. Time will tell. If quality is your main factor...have a look at the Belstaff Endurance. Given that TCX discontinued this product, if the boots wear out early I’m expecting the manufacturer to just shrug.Don’t get me wrong...the boots are great. Just a bit nervous I’ll be looking for new ones in a few years. For those wondering...the boots are made in Romania.... Show more
FTB Bobber
originally posted on fortnine.ca
Fair price, well made, very comfortable
Just got these boots and for someone with wide feet, they are the only product that I have tried that are roomy in the toe-box. My only issue is and it applies to all riding boots, why do the manufactures make the zipper systems so cheaply? You know it's gonna break at some point and I have tried more then one brand. They all suck. These zip the best though and are are stylish and most importantly, comfortable.... Show more
Alan
originally posted on revzilla.com
Good riding boots! Warm and comfortable.
Good riding boots. Warm and comfortable right out of the box. The sizing was close to accurate but a shade big, not complaining. The soles are super aggressive but I like the look and the fact that they're well made. They have extra leather at the shift lever but it doesn't get in the was. I use them for riding my retro cruiser r9t. Would've given 5 stars but they're expensive at $242 and I'll have to see how they hold up over time, not sure yet.... Show more
Frank
originally posted on revzilla.com
Great boots - quality, protection, value, and style!
Wow, I'm very impressed with my new TCX Fuel boots. The fit and finish is excellent. They are very comfortable, as others have said, they seem to run a bit large - I normally wear a 45 but I took others' advice and bought size 44 and they are perfect.I believe that they are a good balance of protection vs. comfort. I can walk comfortably in them, but they seem to have enough armor to protect me. They also look great. They are a little on the pricey side, but they offer enough value to be worth it. I recommend them.... Show more
Thomas
originally posted on cyclegear.com
Great Riding Boots
These are a great pair of boots! Leather is softer than any other shoes I have ever worn, and they have held up very well after a few dozen rides. Plenty warm for the winder months, so I am not sure how comfy they will be come summer. Tread is deep and pretty good grip, and I love that if it wears down, I should be able to have it replaced easily!Normally a size 10.5-11 with a pretty standard width foot. Purchased EU 45 (US size 11 per the boots tag) and they are bigger than expected to be sure. I wish I had returned them in the window to try one size down, but that's my fault. I think one size down would have been better, but no knowing for sure. My feet just about swim in these boots, much more than I would have expected for being size 11.Take walking comfort ... MoreThese are a great pair of boots! Leather is softer than any other shoes I have ever worn, and they have held up very well after a few dozen rides. Plenty warm for the winder months, so I am not sure how comfy they will be come summer. Tread is deep and pretty good grip, and I love that if it wears down, I should be able to have it replaced easily!Normally a size 10.5-11 with a pretty standard width foot. Purchased EU 45 (US size 11 per the boots tag) and they are bigger than expected to be sure. I wish I had returned them in the window to try one size down, but that's my fault. I think one size down would have been better, but no knowing for sure. My feet just about swim in these boots, much more than I would have expected for being size 11.Take walking comfort with a grain of salt since they don't fit me personally, but I think they are plenty comfy for how protective they are. I walked my dog for one mile in them several times to help them break in (Was not necessary, but I thought it would be based on other boots I had owned) and test sizing, and my feet always got just a little soar at the very end. One mile walking is more than acceptable for me, if I need more I can bring hiking shoes. Standing/ Sitting is very comfortable, never got soar or restrictive in those compared to any other shoes I have.Leather is extremely high quality, as are the zipper and Velcro for closing it. the accordion fold material at the back definitely makes a difference, not so much in walking as when shifting. reaching down for an up-shift is when I can feel that accordion at full bend, and I am always glad it is there. The toe box on these were significantly taller than my non-riding shoes and boots, so I had to get used to that. Not bad enough that I had to adjust up my shift peg, but I probably will just for ease of use in the end. I can feel the ankle armor if I press up against the boot with my hand, but never when just walking or riding, which is very much appreciated. Zipper on the side makes dawning the boots a breeze, big fan of not having any laces so far!Biggest complaint is that, even though the straps technically are functional, they are essentially just for show. there is no gusset or cutaway for the leather to fold in on itself, so when I brought in the calf buckle one hole on the strap, it went from lots of room to no room to fit my foot in, as there is a big lump of leather in the way. the lower strap is more usable, but still one strap hole is very restrictive. Don't buy these thinking you can use the straps and you will be golden.Walking noise is quieter than my cowboy boots, but louder than my combat boots. I imagine they would be difficult to make any quieter though, with it being protective and stiff under the foot.Style is pretty much just what I was looking for, subdued under a pair of slacks (the main reason I wanted to bring in the calf section). They do not look like dress shoes, but they look more appropriate with slacks than just about any other riding shoe I could find. I wear these to daily Mass and have never received weird looks or comments, nor felt out of place. When not going to Mass, I will usually tuck my pants into the boots, and there is plenty of room for that. that is when they probably looks their best, as the leather is just beautiful.Bought these on sale, or I probably would have looked elsewhere, but I am glad I got them. Very high quality boots, Made in Romania, that should last for years to come, and are very comfortable for the protection on offer. If you can somehow try them on in person, I would try hard to do so though, as the fit is not the normal fit for US shoes, at least in may case.... Show more
Christian
originally posted on revzilla.com
Nice, comfortable boots.
I bought these to replace a pair of combat boots that are old enough to buy alcohol when the soles started to separate.I wanted something that offered more protection than a standard "engineer" boot. These boots fit the bill. The toe shape certainly has more of a "European" influence than most other engineer-type boots, but they don't look out of place on a Harley.They have great tread depth/traction. The mud at the Buffalo Chip in Sturgis this year was not an issue with these boots. They have plenty of room for my orthotic insoles.They are much taller than the combat boots they replaced, and for a week or two I needed to wear knee-high socks as the top of the shaft was rather uncomfortable without taller socks. A couple thousand miles ridden in them, and they ... MoreI bought these to replace a pair of combat boots that are old enough to buy alcohol when the soles started to separate.I wanted something that offered more protection than a standard "engineer" boot. These boots fit the bill. The toe shape certainly has more of a "European" influence than most other engineer-type boots, but they don't look out of place on a Harley.They have great tread depth/traction. The mud at the Buffalo Chip in Sturgis this year was not an issue with these boots. They have plenty of room for my orthotic insoles.They are much taller than the combat boots they replaced, and for a week or two I needed to wear knee-high socks as the top of the shaft was rather uncomfortable without taller socks. A couple thousand miles ridden in them, and they have really broken in quite well.The volume of the boot required an adjustment in my foot controls to allow for the size of these boots, but it was a minor issue that only takes a few minutes and some trial and error to correct.... Show more
Josh
originally posted on revzilla.com
Ridiculously comfortable engineer style boots.
I was looking for my first pair of engineer style boots. With no prior motorcycle boot experience, I did a little online sleuthing on the TCX brand. I prefered the clean lines and two buckle styling of the TCX Fuel WPs. I have wide (EE), 29 cm long feet and I was a little worried about fitment. Thankfully, a pair of size 45s fit perfectly. One caveat: with feet flat on the ground, if you rock your feet back on your heels, the boot front collar/shaft will contact your shins. This probably won't be an issue after the boots are broken in. Otherwise, this is an excellent boot.... Show more
Cassidy
originally posted on fortnine.ca
Wanted to love these
These boots look awesome and are very well constructed and I wanted to love them as they were just what I was looking for. But the upper shaft of the boot just ruins against my shin and even with thick wool socks, still causes my son to get sore. They are also very very thick in RHT type box area, making it difficult at first to get underneath the shifter on my sports touring bike.I have had these for a 5 months and despite using leather conditioner and rubbing the leather by hand to soften it up, they are just plain unconformable we wear on a ride or waking any distance. They do look great and have great construction, they just need to fix those two items.... Show more
Christopher
originally posted on cyclegear.com
Why did I wait so long to make this purchase.
These are great boots. Felt right as soon as I out them on. I wear a wide shoe and have trouble since most motorcycle boots are not made in wide (EE) sizes. These are so comfy and look so cool that I want to wear them all the time. Why did I wait so long to make this purchase. Cycle gear processed and shipped my order in record time. I marked these low only for airflow and that's because they are a waterproof boot. Airflow was not a consideration when these were selected. I was looking for a weatherproof motorcycle boot that could carry me through the cooler riding seasons.... Show more
Doug
originally posted on cyclegear.com
Wicked awesome boots guy!
Ordered these to replace a pair of plain leather harness that had to be cut off my legs by an ambulance crew. I tend to like a more "traditional" style of boot but after my accident I find myself looking for more protection from my gear. These boots, from a styling perspective, are just that. Traditional looks with modern safety features baked in. And NO GAUDY ADVERTISING all over the place!Fitment wise they seem to be as expected. I have had multiple Red Wing brand work boots over the years and most of them have been a US size 10.5 D, for reference. Based on reconditions here I went up a half size to a US size 11 and they fit just as expected. The footed inside is nicely constructed and fits similar to a work boot without a tall heel, fairly flat but not sneeker ... MoreOrdered these to replace a pair of plain leather harness that had to be cut off my legs by an ambulance crew. I tend to like a more "traditional" style of boot but after my accident I find myself looking for more protection from my gear. These boots, from a styling perspective, are just that. Traditional looks with modern safety features baked in. And NO GAUDY ADVERTISING all over the place!Fitment wise they seem to be as expected. I have had multiple Red Wing brand work boots over the years and most of them have been a US size 10.5 D, for reference. Based on reconditions here I went up a half size to a US size 11 and they fit just as expected. The footed inside is nicely constructed and fits similar to a work boot without a tall heel, fairly flat but not sneeker flat.Construction wise they are awesome. The ankle protectors a obviously there but they don't make the boot uncomfortably tight either. The zippers are rugged and the velcro closure seems like it will last for a good long while. The buckles and straps are quality as well but I don't think that the manufacturer ever intended for you to actually use them to adjust the fit, not that they need it cuz they fit really well. The only down sides I can see construction wise are that the opening at the top of the boot is not "soft" and unless you have fairly tough legs they are likely to chafe worn long term but I am used to waring boot height socks with taller boots anyway so it was a non issue for me. Other than that the insoles are meh, but it is usually an expected upgrade for me anyway so non issue?All in all a great boot that fit as expected, seems durable enough to last for years and fit my picky "technical/classically styled" requirmet perfectly all while still being all day wareable.Wicked good boots guy!... Show more
Kurt
originally posted on revzilla.com