So getting an HD XL1200 Sportster in mid August last season, I was only wearing Rockport leather chukkas. So for the upcoming riding season, I was looking for a more substantial boot. HD boots are way too pricy, Milwaukee & Hot Leathers have either wide width only and/or shipping costs to Canada are too expensive. So I found BOL(Boutique Of Leathers, not Bill Of Lading) & the Open Road Harness boots were marked down like $60 off! Real grain leather, side zip c/w flaps over zipper & a strong leather zipper pull tag. Meaty sole, plus all black on the bottom, not plastered with crazy orange dots. Minimalist look, not too flashy, with the side harness ring being the only bling. A gray stitch around the boot, fits in with my gray/chrome/black scooter scheme. After some questions to their great CS, Josh replied quickly & provided information, to guide me on sizing. I thought I may have to go a size down? But Josh said some customers said the toe area was tight, so to possibly size up. So I ventured with that valuable info, to stick to my usual size 9. Good thing, as my foot slid right in, after bypassing kinda tight part at the curve/elbow, settled right into a nice fit. I've only walked around the house so far with these boots, but they feel very sturdy & comfortable. The reinforced toe area, should be good for shifting up. I fired up my scoot yesterday in the garage, and she yelled at me with her Vance & Hines shorties and at the rain too I think, saying git you some insurance boy, slip on them new harness boots & fingerless leather gloves, and let's ride!
