Fox Racing Comp 5 Boots Review

Finding a comfortable, durable, and protective set of full length Off-Road boots for an entry model price can be a daunting task. Either you're overpaying for technical features you may not need or want, or you're stuck with a boot that just leaves you asking for more. In steps the mid-range Fox Racing Comp 5 Boot, designed for the rider who needs the high quality of a Fox Racing boot for the entry model price. It's designed to meet the needs of the weekend warrior who doesn't need all the crazy technical features found on the Fox F3R Racing Boot but still need a great amount of foot, ankle, and shin protection and comfort that the Fox Boots provide.

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Fox Racing Comp 5 Women's Boots

The difference between the Comp 5 can be felt as soon as you slip your foot in. The sole of the Comp 5 is much more comfortable for walking around in and feels much more stable when not on the bike. This is from the Comp 5's bonded out sole which is much less aggressive then your standard MX racing boot like Fox's F3R Racing Boot. Each boot size also has its own heal size to accompany it and aid in fit, comfort, and protection for the sole of the rider; This also gives the boot a really cool modernized look for a mid-range boot.

The Comp 5 has a full slip leather construction as well as in the instep, which means your getting a very high level protection, comfortable, and durability with this boot that 

Fox Racing Comp 5 Shorty Boots

will last you more then just one riding season. The boot has the Fox Aluminum Soft-Touch Pivot Locking system. This Pivot locking system has a few key benefits and helps make this boot one of the best bang for the buck values on the market. This locking system is very smooth and easy to operate with or without gloves. It's very light weight adding to the comfort of the boot and it's much more durable then the standard plastic locking clips.

Adding to the high level of protection this boot provides is the reinforced toe box with grip shift panel. This provides the boot with easy and confident shifting when working through the gearbox and excellent amount of protection during the event of a get off. The toe box is double stitched 

Fox Racing Comp 5 Offroad Boots

for strength and is molded directly to the construction of the boot which adds to the longevity and lifespan of the boot no matter what riding conditions you put your boots through. Ankle protection is excellent for a boot in this price range thanks to Fox's Medial Hard Plastic Protection Construction wrapping from the front of the toe to the beginning of the shin.

An ever important feature on any full length off-road boot is the heat shield going up the inside of the boot. One of the things you'll notice on these boots out of the box is the size and amount of grip on the heat shield. This thick piece of black suede does an outstanding job protecting the inside leg and calf of the rider and the non-abrasive 

Fox Racing Comp 5 Vortex Boots

material gives added grip to the inside of your MX machine. Moving around to the front of the boot, the Comp 5 has a very strong and thick thermal TPU plastic shin pad protecting the very vulnerable shin area of your leg from hard impacts. Fox also did a great job molding their logo on to this plastic shin piece for style. On the inside of the boot you will find a water resistant gaiter to help keep your feet dry and comfortable during those wetter, muddier moto's. The inside liner of the boot is a woven moisture wicking material which will help remove sweet and moisture away from your feet adding to the amount of comfort these boots provide.

Fox Racing Comp 5 Youth Boots

It's hard to go wrong with the Fox Comp 5 Racing Boot. These provides a great boot full of benefits to the casual rider and racing who isn't looking to break the bank. The Comp 5 gives you Fox's great quality, durability, and level of protection found on many higher end boots but without the price tag. The Comp 5s are a great fit in the Fox Boot line-up. If the racing model doesn't suit your needs, Fox Racing offers a Shorty, an Offroad, and even a women's model ergonomically fitted for the female leg and foot.

Check out our complete selection by visiting the Motocross Boots section at RevZilla.com.

- Fast Freddie

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Fox Racing F3R Boots Review

The pro-level Fox Racing F3R Boots are a huge upgrade over their predecessors, the F3 boots. There were a few major complaints regarding the F3s and Fox Racing addressed them in spades when they came out with their newest race-level boot. Huge issues were addressed, such as high levels of discomfort and extra-long break in time, in addition to problems stemming from the size of the toe box. Fox took all of these things into consideration in the R+D of the F3R and the results are noticeable from the first time you put the boot on.

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The major upgrade here is the brand new 3D Biomorphic Chassis used in the Fox F3R. Using a CAD machine, Fox engineered a one-piece three-dimensional chassis designed to match the contours of the human foot. It is a multiple-density plastic material that varies in thickness depending on the region of the foot and how much protection it requires. This allows the boot to be extremely protective and flexible at the same time with minimal break-in required. The entire exterior of the boot is full grain cowhide leather for the highest degree of abrasion resistance. TPU hard part armor can be found in the heel cup, at the medial and lateral malleolus, the shin, and at the back of the calf. A high level
of protection from impact to say the least.

Another big issue with the F3 was the height of the toe box as riders complained it was too big and therefore made it difficult to get true shifter lever feel. That is no longer an issue as the toe box has been lowered a full 12 millimeters. At the bottom, the Duratrak Outsole provides improved durability and then etched design allows for easy interfacing with the foot pegs no matter the position of the foot. The white colored midsole that you can see is a vibration dampening material designed for comfort and protection. The entire sole can be replaced as well which is a pretty huge deal since soles wear out over time while the chassis of the boot may still be in good shape. A cobbler can remove the metal toe cap and replace the sole for you.
A longevity extender, no doubt.

The closure system is a cam-lock inspired aluminum Pivot Lock buckle system that is extremely strong and secure for optimized support. The entire medial lower part of the boot, including a panel that wraps up to the toe box, is a grooved design that is extremely high grip. At the upper medial boot, there is a large suede heat shield to protect from the pipes. The nicest part here being the fact that this panel wraps over top and into the boot, so there is no weak seam along the entry that could easily come apart. Also at the boot entry is a rubberized panel that securely grips onto MX pants. As always, the details are what really shine through in any technical piece of apparel and the F3R boots are glutted with nuanced creature comforts.

Check out the competition by visiting our Motocross Boots section at RevZilla.com.

-RetroZilla

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