I've convinced myself these are cheaper than a broken bone in my foot/ankle so hopefully they cover the cost of themselves. I was leaning towards the Fastbacks but after going down that rabbit hole I'm convinced to 'go big' on my boots.
Are they worth it? Boots are as important as helmets, knee braces, protective gear. Boots are your connection to the bike. It probably helps your knee problem because it keeps you gripping the bike with ease.
I only have about 20 hours on my SG-22's, but I fell in love with them the moment I tried them on. I have been using the SG-12's which I've always liked, but these felt broken in from moment one. I have a seriously large ankle from a previous injury and a large bunion on my right foot, and these don't bother them at all. If you're on the fence because of the price, ask yourself how much not breaking your foot/ankle is worth to you. Gaerne boots have the best protection out there, period!
Hands down they are the best boots. The price really isn’t horrible if you consider a pair of custom leather boots are $600. What is the cost of an ankle/ foot surgery?
Always like the fact that you're honest in your reviews Morgan. You really don't hold anything back. I like those boots but I perfer my Tech 7 dry star enduro boots.
Concerning your knee,Im 76 have a bad left knee and it may be the bike,Im riding a 23 Husky 300Tx,before a 21/20 and 19 Husky 300 ,and with new bike my knee doesnt give me as much trouble,but I also wear SG22 also?
I prefer the Gaerne boot over the Sidi but the Sidi just fit my foot better. Getting crossfires on is way more of a pain. I'm always fiddling with something.
Same here, I love my my 10s for comfort but isn’t good value for money, I have a hole on the outside on the right boot and hole near the seam higher up on the left boot and both bottoms worn right through in 2 years of occasional weekend riding
Sg22 vs sg12. Very similar can go back and forth without noticing. Buckles seem to come undone more on the 22 but maybe haven't set them completely already. If you can get a good deal on the 12s probably would be my choice
I’m sitting here in the south of Western Australia waiting on a delivery of my new SG22’s. The Postie didn’t bring them today as I was hoping. Maybe tomorrow before the weekend. Got a big couple of days of riding coming up over the weekend. Uuuugh!! It’s like waiting for Santa Claus!! 😁
Gret review Morgan. I have wide feet so i'll go for a pair of 22's. On thing that scares me is ripping the sole off. Most of us in Thailand have this issue with the rocky hard enduro we ride. part of the problem is we seem to get SG12's manufactured 4 or 5 years ago and suspect the sole glue has lost its grip. (just our guess).
It’s funny my sg 10s seemed to narrow and they seemed to narrow in ankle so I had to size up . I tried sidi x3 enduro , and have more room in the toe box than the sg12. The protection on the x3 enduro is nothing like the sg12 but the fit and comfort is great and they keep my feet dry. Looking forward to trying some of these out.
🎶 These boots aren’t made for walkin’ 🎶 Avid watcher/follower here in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. I’m running Gaerne Fastback enduro boots. Love’m. Previously had SG1’s. Not a typo, SG1 boots. I got them used and I had them 12 years. I’ll never buy another brand of off-road boots. Thanks for all your honest opinions and product reviews, and how to’s.
I tried the G boot but was disappointed in the ankle articulation. Also way to hot on my feet. Other than that there great. I’m sticking with Sidi crossfires.
Yes! They are worth it if it fits and comfortable! It's garbage to me because it hurts my ankles! 😁 I am more comfortable in Sidi and Forma Predator 2. Oh yeah, Gaerne SG22 has the best buckles.
Thanks for this great review, you made me think about buying them. I really love my tech 7’s but they have zero ankle support honestly. Big impacts do not feel good.
Good thing you said all that "hometown boy" stuff at the beginning..... I thought for sure you were about to pander for a Gaerne sponsorship 😂🤣 .... I have wide feet(12EE, I can't even fit into AlpineStars Tech boots), I've tried 3 pairs of Gaerne's SG10, SG12 and Fastbacks, all of them kill me. Not only in the toes box but the heel area is almost worse. Strangely the MX boots that fit me are Sidi CrossFire TA's, I use size 47...
I bought sg10s but stopping riding about 6-7 years ago.. got riding the other day, the soles are dry rotted even tho the boots look new. The sole falls apart from every kick start
@@hadleybennett68758 months? Stop buying Chinese Thors bro. Gaerne are known to last 3-4 seasons for pro level riders. A half decade for a literal everyday back country guy. And probably close to a decade for a casual rider.
@@jacobmcvay123 lmao I’m embarrassed for you. You clearly don’t ride much at all. I ride 3-4 times per week minimum in tech 10’s and go through about 4 sets per year. If your trail riding once a month like you are then yes, you could definitely get years of use out of your boots. Some of us actually ride.
Does the SG-22 have more ankle room than the SG-12? I love my SG-10s. I've had multiple pairs over the past 15ish years. I bought a pair of SG-12 but they squeezed my ankle too much so I sold them. The squeezing caused bruising and sore spots on the sides of my ankles. I tried to like them. I wanted to make the work, I wore them on multiple rides to break them in. I even tried stretching them out by stuffing a softball in the the offending area to stretch it during storage but it didn't help.
I’m like you ,I wanted to try the Sidi boots myself but after reading several reviews I was just concerned that only a thin foot will fit in a Sidi foot . I was a Alpinestars ( and I was needing some new boots) and I actually sponsored by Ganrne boots and I also out that Ganrne are the only boots still made in Italy.🤟🏼🤟🏼🤟🏼
I've convinced myself these are cheaper than a broken bone in my foot/ankle so hopefully they cover the cost of themselves.
I was leaning towards the Fastbacks but after going down that rabbit hole I'm convinced to 'go big' on my boots.
Are they worth it? Boots are as important as helmets, knee braces, protective gear. Boots are your connection to the bike. It probably helps your knee problem because it keeps you gripping the bike with ease.
Good to watch this - Im waiting on a delivery!
I only have about 20 hours on my SG-22's, but I fell in love with them the moment I tried them on. I have been using the SG-12's which I've always liked, but these felt broken in from moment one. I have a seriously large ankle from a previous injury and a large bunion on my right foot, and these don't bother them at all. If you're on the fence because of the price, ask yourself how much not breaking your foot/ankle is worth to you. Gaerne boots have the best protection out there, period!
Try stem cells before surgery. Surgery can make it worse
Hands down they are the best boots. The price really isn’t horrible if you consider a pair of custom leather boots are $600.
What is the cost of an ankle/ foot surgery?
Always like the fact that you're honest in your reviews Morgan. You really don't hold anything back. I like those boots but I perfer my Tech 7 dry star enduro boots.
Concerning your knee,Im 76 have a bad left knee and it may be the bike,Im riding a 23 Husky 300Tx,before a 21/20 and 19 Husky 300 ,and with new bike my knee doesnt give me as much trouble,but I also wear SG22 also?
Well done for riding at 76 sir .. ✅
I prefer the Gaerne boot over the Sidi but the Sidi just fit my foot better. Getting crossfires on is way more of a pain. I'm always fiddling with something.
Thanks for posting
My new tech 10s are falling apart after half a year of weekend riding, they are just not the same as the older ones, too much plastic
Same here, I love my my 10s for comfort but isn’t good value for money, I have a hole on the outside on the right boot and hole near the seam higher up on the left boot and both bottoms worn right through in 2 years of occasional weekend riding
Thanks for your honest reviews the magazines seem to favor certain brands a little too much if you ask me, but what ever keep up the good work!
Sg22 vs sg12. Very similar can go back and forth without noticing. Buckles seem to come undone more on the 22 but maybe haven't set them completely already. If you can get a good deal on the 12s probably would be my choice
I’m sitting here in the south of Western Australia waiting on a delivery of my new SG22’s. The Postie didn’t bring them today as I was hoping. Maybe tomorrow before the weekend. Got a big couple of days of riding coming up over the weekend. Uuuugh!! It’s like waiting for Santa Claus!! 😁
Gret review Morgan. I have wide feet so i'll go for a pair of 22's. On thing that scares me is ripping the sole off. Most of us in Thailand have this issue with the rocky hard enduro we ride. part of the problem is we seem to get SG12's manufactured 4 or 5 years ago and suspect the sole glue has lost its grip. (just our guess).
Huh. That is odd but I get it.
I like my alpinestars tech 7 dry stars there crazy comfortable but I’m sure those are awesome I’ve only ever heard good things about them
Mongolia here. Great video
Awesome! Thank you!
It’s funny my sg 10s seemed to narrow and they seemed to narrow in ankle so I had to size up . I tried sidi x3 enduro , and have more room in the toe box than the sg12. The protection on the x3 enduro is nothing like the sg12 but the fit and comfort is great and they keep my feet dry. Looking forward to trying some of these out.
🎶 These boots aren’t made for walkin’ 🎶 Avid watcher/follower here in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. I’m running Gaerne Fastback enduro boots. Love’m. Previously had SG1’s. Not a typo, SG1 boots. I got them used and I had them 12 years. I’ll never buy another brand of off-road boots.
Thanks for all your honest opinions and product reviews, and how to’s.
You bet
Love the Shlogs!!
Lexington,Kentucky
We have the Appalachian mountains for riding.
I haven’t seen a metal toe in a long time but I’ve also been out of the game for about 6 years
I tried the G boot but was disappointed in the ankle articulation. Also way to hot on my feet. Other than that there great. I’m sticking with Sidi crossfires.
Tryin to decide on SG22s or AlpineStars Tech 7 enduro drystar. Can’t decide so just been sitting here w a shitty old pair of thors.
Tough choice. I absolutely love my SG22's
I have a pair of Gaerne SG12s and SG10s, both great boots, purchasing a pair of SG22s soon.
They are pricey but very good boot 👍
Yes! They are worth it if it fits and comfortable! It's garbage to me because it hurts my ankles! 😁 I am more comfortable in Sidi and Forma Predator 2. Oh yeah, Gaerne SG22 has the best buckles.
I totally agree!
Thanks for this great review, you made me think about buying them. I really love my tech 7’s but they have zero ankle support honestly. Big impacts do not feel good.
These are amazingly safe!
Texas
Good thing you said all that "hometown boy" stuff at the beginning..... I thought for sure you were about to pander for a Gaerne sponsorship 😂🤣 ....
I have wide feet(12EE, I can't even fit into AlpineStars Tech boots), I've tried 3 pairs of Gaerne's SG10, SG12 and Fastbacks, all of them kill me. Not only in the toes box but the heel area is almost worse. Strangely the MX boots that fit me are Sidi CrossFire TA's, I use size 47...
Did you ever try the sg22? I have wide feet to, sg10 was painfully narrow
@@jarrod1687 ... Don't think I could go for the $700+ cost when there's boots that work just as well and are hundreds less
Fair enough
As soon as I saw the giant ass tank on your bike I knew you weren’t a serious authority on anything….
Hahahahaha. Ever race a desert race??
Best Boots Ever
Got the SG 12’s from South Africa 🤪👍🏻🍻
Not sure about fixing knee problems - is there some geometry difference?
Has to be. I don’t understand it at all. All I know is that since I switched to these it feels better. 🤷🏼♂️
@@highlandcycles love your videos. Keep up the good work!
I bought sg10s but stopping riding about 6-7 years ago.. got riding the other day, the soles are dry rotted even tho the boots look new. The sole falls apart from every kick start
MX boot repair can make them like new
Great Chanel, bud just fix the thumb 😂🏁
SG-12 rider, only 4 years old. In 10 years when they wear out I'll get the SG-22 :)
4 years old? How many hours do you ride per year? I feel lucky to get 8 months out of a set of boots
😂 same as that. If you no you no.
@@hadleybennett68758 months? Stop buying Chinese Thors bro. Gaerne are known to last 3-4 seasons for pro level riders. A half decade for a literal everyday back country guy. And probably close to a decade for a casual rider.
@@jacobmcvay123 lmao I’m embarrassed for you. You clearly don’t ride much at all. I ride 3-4 times per week minimum in tech 10’s and go through about 4 sets per year. If your trail riding once a month like you are then yes, you could definitely get years of use out of your boots. Some of us actually ride.
Love your Videos from here in Australia ❤.
Keep up the good work. Would be nice to get to the US for a ride with you guys
Heck yeah
Some of my toes were just asking if we could get some new boots 😢😂
Great video, SG 12 wearer myself. Maybe I missed it but what is the weight of these boots. 11-1/2's weigh 5 lbs each, are these even heavier?
I weighed them in the first video. I can’t remember. They don’t feel heavy
Does the SG-22 have more ankle room than the SG-12? I love my SG-10s. I've had multiple pairs over the past 15ish years. I bought a pair of SG-12 but they squeezed my ankle too much so I sold them.
The squeezing caused bruising and sore spots on the sides of my ankles. I tried to like them. I wanted to make the work, I wore them on multiple rides to break them in. I even tried stretching them out by stuffing a softball in the the offending area to stretch it during storage but it didn't help.
Yes they do
@@highlandcycles thank you. That's great news.
I have sg10s and the base model gx boots. 10s are better. Definitely consider 12s next time. Aussie Aussie Aussie 😊👍
Oi Oi Oi
Do you know if they make a womens version or know any women who wear them? Womens calves (my calves) do not tend to fit in most men's boots.
I don’t know. I do know that the calf buckles are super adjustable
Denver area. Trying to get out and ride with ya
Hawaii
Slick slick muddy valleys all day
Good review Morgan. Thanks.
I still love my sg12's
Great review! Thanks for the info.
How is the sizing compared to the 12's?
Same
We need a TH-cam Subscriber discount! Ha!
I actually checked and Rocky Mountain has them for under 700
New Brunswick, Canada here. I enjoy your videos.
Awesome! Thank you!
👍 from Portugal 🇵🇹
Belgium, absolutely love the vids
Awesome!! Thanks
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There is a govscam around glue. It has to be eco friendly. Thus it sucks. I really want sg22 too!
I used some non PC stuff. Should hold
@@highlandcycles right, but what I'm saying is some manf in EU can't use good glues....cuz of govscams :(
@@foxymcrider1173 I hear ya. So dumb
OHIOOOOO
Waterproof socks are cheap and will keep your feet perfectly dry in any boot.
What state are you located in?
Colorado
I’m like you ,I wanted to try the Sidi boots myself but after reading several reviews I was just concerned that only a thin foot will fit in a Sidi foot . I was a Alpinestars ( and I was needing some new boots) and I actually sponsored by Ganrne boots and I also out that Ganrne are the only boots still made in Italy.🤟🏼🤟🏼🤟🏼
South Africa 🤟🤟🤟
Rad!!
Why dont they make the s22 with any KTM orange tho?
Good question
They do have them in orange but it seemed like a lighter orange compared to the ktm orange color
Zimbabwe 💪
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The Fox boots are the most comfortable boots I've tried and they didn't squeak when new, however they squeak now but super comfy. I have a wide foot.