Riding MX can be an extremely dangerous sport, so it is essential that riders wear the equipment offering the highest protection. Unfortunately, like most things in life, consumers really do get what they pay for. That being said, the likes of Alpinestars motocross boots really do offer great value for money.

Over the last few years, a range of smaller, lesser known brands have made an entry to the market. They offer products for £50-100, but lets face it, they really do not offer the protection that serious motocross riders really need.

On the other hand, Alpinestars Motocross boots over products from as little as £120 (for kids) right through to £400+. The development of their products over the years means they do not just offer products of excellent function, but they are also extremely fashionable as well.

So what boots do they offer?

Let us start with their most popular and newest creation, the Tech 10 boot. Retailing at over £400, they certainly do not come cheap, but they offer a range of excellent features. They have replaceable parts, places to insert graphics and they are strong, yet extremely flexible.

Before the Tech 10s were in production, the most popular boot was the Tech 8. These are built on a more substantial basis, so they do tend to last a lot longer. This being said they are not as flexible as the Tech 10s. Retailing at just over £300, they offer great value for money.

Some other popular boots include the likes of the Tech 7, Tech 3 and Tech 2 (mainly used for mini bikes). The likes of boots, helmets and body armour are the most important protective pieces of equipment, so it is advisable to allocate a fairly large budget. When looking at a boot, always compare them to the likes of Alpinestars Motocross Boots, as it is likely that they are of much inferior quality.