Belstaff Endurance boot review

In this video review, Chris talks through the Belstaff Endurance boot. Now, the Endurance is a classic, engineer’s style boot. It was a style that was originally popularised by those who worked on the plates of steam locomotives in America. When the boys returned from WW2 and took up biking to get their kicks, the engineers’ boot became a staple of the uniform; a uniform that would have been completed by a pair of jeans and a leather jacket. Both Brando and Marvin wore this style of boot in The Wild One. Now the Belstaff iteration is made from a greased, buffalo leather. It’s not the kind of leather you’ll ever get a polish on, but when you combine a greased leather with a waterproof membrane you do get particularly high levels of waterproofing. The Endurance has protectors where you’d expect them. There’s a gearchange pad, and you get a Vibram sole, although not a Goodyear-welted sole as might at first appear to be the case. This is a very popular style with those who ride cruiser bikes, but it’s going to work equally well on any kind of classic or retro bike. We have seen people wear them on an adventure bike, but frankly it’s not the kind of boot you’d wear properly off road. And certainly we would suggest that it’s not designed for high-mileage commuting or touring. There is one little design flaw with the boot in our view; it’s not normally a deal breaker, but watch the review and Chris will explain the issue. He will also talk about the price, because the Endurance is very similar to a Stylmartin boot that is priced much lower. The Belstaff is a nicer boot in just about every regard, but you’ll have to accept that looking cool does come at a price.
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[@benjamin_day]

Another great video! Thanks Chris and the team. Order lots online but time for a visit soon as we can!

[@danthechippie4439]

Very nice review Chris, I like belstaff products. Can this boot be comfortably worn all day everyday walking in? Cheers

[@yu7625]

How 'repairable' are they? If the stitching is fake, can you replace the sole unit? I know it's Vibrum, so it should last a while, but when I buy something I really like I wear it a lot. So I'm keen to know if they can be kept going, of if you need to buy a new set etc. Thanks!

[@Motolegends]

You can replace the stick on outer sole. It is merely that the mid-sole is not sewn to the upper. ML

[@domster200]

Isn't the strap a safety feature?

[@Motolegends]

The strap has been part of the design since the style was first introduced in the early 20th century so wasn't originally for that reason. But, could well be helpful on that score in the event of an accident. ML

[@JJohnson1340]

Imagine having to undo a buckle .. Is anyone that fucking lazy , to undo a buckle is a chore .

[@Brandtalones]

Bob's your uncle.

[@williamfisher8855]

Endurance Motorcycle Boots, you have to be kidding me . . . lol Totally unfit for purpose motorcycling boots. The boots are poorly stiched together in critical areas. My boots were worn a handful of times before the zip became unstiched from the leather. Belstaff use single stiching of poor quality to hold the zip to leather and over a short time will become undone. They also do not stand behind their products when you put forward a complaint. As you can see there is no place to review their products on their own website. This is always a sign that should ring alarm bells for consumers. A high end brand purporting to purvey high quality goods and you can't review them!!! You can spend your money more wisely than with this brand.

[@espritlibre9938]

Agree - all bells & whistles.

[@ralphsteffens347]

anyone tried this in hot weather?

[@Motolegends]

It fits quite loosely but as it has a membrane I wouldn't say it was perfect for hot weather. ML