I feel like Triumph had a lot to do with the modern retro movement when the “ New Bonneville (review)” hit the road, itself a modern motorcycle styled to recall the 60’s and 70’s. The laces run through metal ringlets and there are two matching metal rivets used where the toe box meets the upper section of leather and the base of the tongue. REINFORCEMENTS: Ergonomic polyurethane shin plate and malleolus, reinforced toe and heel; leather shift pad The "Ideal" construction technique is a craft-based construction process that guarantees comfort, hard-wearing resistance and flexibility for footwear thanks to a totally traditional production process. The leather upper, prepared with the outer edges bonded and pressed onto a dedicated midsole, is stitched vertically. The yarn is dipped in a purpose-designed boiler full of melted tar to ensure total waterproofness. The result is top quality, durable footwear.

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Editor’s Note

In short - the TCX X-Blend is the ultimate all-rounder, suitable for any rider looking for one of the best looking, most comfortable pair of riding boots out there. A truly essential bit of riding kit. Add waterproofing to the mix and you have a motorcycle boot that looks old school but has taken lessons from modern riding gear to provide both safety and comfort.

We do find Greg at MX Boot Repair very knowledgeable, particularly since he also started a business many years ago with leather repair. Much like the “Bonnie”, you could say that the X-Blend boots look cool and retro but they’re made with modern techniques and materials for good performance and reliability.The TCX X-Blend boots merge vintage looks with modern safety and steadfast waterproofing for year-round, any occasion wearability. For longer walks or hikes or all-day on-your-feet at work with the X-Blend boots, I would recommend some good replacement insoles. That, or bring along some “mission specific” footwear. In fact, the boots didn’t even feel heavier at all, so it seems the leather is treated in a way that it doesn’t absorb water (or at least is very good at resisting it). They offer reasonable protection for what I feel is their target audience — commuters and light touring riders. Of course, urban riders on their retro and classic machines would likely find these an attractive option as well.