PRODUCT TEST

JULY 2015 | 75

Shin armour is slender to fit under trousers Ankle twist protection is great for price

WATERPROOF BOOTS

Daytona Strive GTX www.tranam.co.uk

Price £370

CE tested? No

ScoresConstruction 9/10

Protection 7/10

On the bike 8/10

Off the bike 9/10

TOTAL 33/40

Quality is first rate, the outer is supple

leather, there’s a sumptuous interior and

Gore-Tex lining. The rigid ankle, heel and toe

areas offer good protection, but ankle twist

protection isn’t as sturdy as the Lady GTX.

Good all-year-round waterproof boots, if a

little too hot in summer for sporty use.

TCX S-Speed GTXwww.tcxboots.com

Price £159.99

CE tested? Yes

Cut 2, Abrasion 2, Rigidity 1

ScoresConstruction 9/10

Protection 8/10

On the bike 8/10

Off the bike 8/10

TOTAL 33/40

These are a firm pair of boots that took

some time to bed in but are now

comfortable on and off the bike. Built for a

narrow foot, the quality is superb and a lot

better than their price suggests.

Inside there’s padding similar to other TCX

boots. Outside, a simple yet effective ankle

twist restrictor offers serious protection.

The shin armour is slender so they fit nicely

under jeans.

A ventilated, non-waterproof version is

also available, priced at £20 less.

Daytona Lady GTX www.tranam.co.uk

Price £370

CE tested? Yes

Cut 1, Abrasion 1, Rigidity 2

ScoresConstruction 9/10

Protection 7/10

On the bike 9/10

Off the bike 9/10

TOTAL 34/40

Very expensive if you look at the CE results,

but get them on your feet and feel the

quality. Lots of adjustment and built up

inside by 20mm to give a more secure

footing when riding. Gore-Tex, tough zip,

supple leather and strong ankle protection.