Comments on: Shimano MW81 Winter Boots review

By: ddraver

ddraver — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 20:27:33 +0000

Hmm, I’m going to spit in the soup a bit here. I ve had two of these over the ages and have nt been impressed. If you wear waterproof trousers that can go over the top then you have a chance of leeping your feet dry, but in shorts or anything that does nt cover the top then water simply pours over the top. Now, this is a problem with all winter boots granted, but I ve found that Seal Skin Socks and (if neccessary) a cheap pair of shoes, or alternatively a different style of shoes work much better for UK winter (ie wet) riding.

By: Cris

Cris — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 14:12:54 +0000

Yes the Shimano boots are good but they are not the best (IMO) gnore the Lake MXZ302 boot and you’ve missed out on an even better boot. I have both, and find the Shimano lacking in the real depths of winter here in the Peak District. the Lake have a far superior sole for the inevitable walking required in deep snow and icey conditions. plus it’s much warmer when needed. I choose shimano boots when it’s cool and wet, and Lake when its winter.

By: Nobby

Nobby — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 08:01:28 +0000

Ditto the above – a fantastic piece of kit that does exactly what it’s intended for.

By: George Budd

George Budd — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 21:01:29 +0000

These boots transformed winter riding for me – no more overshoes that come undone, no more soaking wet feet and no more freezing toes. Love them so much I bought both the road and Mtb versions. Combine with Woolie Boolie socks for ultimate warmth.

By: Jez

Jez — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 19:07:48 +0000

I’ve also been riding in these boots for the last couple of months and concur with everything David said in his review. If you shop around you can get them for a bit less; I paid £120 in a sale. Still a chunk of money, but better than £150. However, if you regularly ride in the winter they are worth the cost. I did two hour a sub-zero night ride a couple of weeks ago through mud and water and my toes were still comfortable at the end. All of my buddies were complaining of frostbite! I hosed my feet off at the end and my socks were still dry. Great product.