Alpinestars Tech 7 Boots 9 / Black [Blemished - Good]

Alpinestars Tech 7 Boots

The Tech 7 Boots by Alpinestars, revamped for superior off-road performance, are designed to be lighter, more comfortable, and more protective. The TPU lower shell includes an innovative shifter area design for better shift control, reinforced with a metal shank and toe zone for durability. Featuring a medial and lateral double pivot system, the boots offer enhanced flexibility and control, with a contoured TPU calf protector for impact resistance. The main flexion is supported by a low-profile pivot system around the ankle, with shock-absorbing inserts in the front flexion zone and strategic padding for impact absorption. Additional features include a new strap holder design, a sole with a wear limit indicator, and a Kevlar® layer for structural integrity and protection.

Fit:

• Similar fit and width as previous Tech 7 boots
• Footbed is moderately wider than the average MX boot
• Increased foam padding at the ankle creates a noticeably snug fit, requiring extra break-in if you have thick ankles or winter socks 

Features:

• Ground-up MX boot redesign, position between Alpinestars Tech 10 and Tech 3 models
• Key updates improve upon the previous Tech 7 while keeping much of the same DNA
• Enhanced Protective Armor & Structure:
  • A new ankle bracing system with a more rigid, fully encased lateral side compared to the previous blade system
  • A new TPU bridge across the achilles for impact protection and a redesigned TPU shin guard that has been beefed up for safety while being slimmed down to allow for a better range of motion.
• Upgraded Hardware & Sole Design:
  • A key update is the addition of four new, slim aluminum buckles—sourced directly from the Tech 10 model—which include updated pivoting strap holders for a more precise fit
  • Additionally, the boots debut a new vulcanized rubber Enduro sole with a flatter side-to-side profile, more aggressive grip "spikes" for mud and dirt, and a red wear indicator to signal when replacement is needed
• Design & Comfort Refinements:
  • ​The 2024 update introduces new bellows at both the front and rear for improved flexibility, with the front bellows incorporating shock-absorbing and EVA foam
  • The upper calf area has been raised to provide added coverage and a sharper top angle to the boot's profile

Construction:

• Height: 16.5” 
• Synthetic leather and TPU main construction
• TPU key protection zones, exoskeleton and bracing system
• Synthetic suede at the lower toe box area
• 4 aluminum, low profile buckles (same buckles as Tech 10)
  • Side mounted mid buckles allow better flex
• Gaiter up to just under the top buckle for splash proofing
• Hook and loop upper closure system
• TPR upper grip panel on the medial side for max grip against the bike

Protection: 

• TPU shin, heel counter, toe box, achilles and ankle bracing system
• Bellows at the front and rear
  • Front bellows have 8mm of shock absorbing foam and EVA foam to help absorb impacts
• Extended upper calf area for added coverage
• Re-engineered ankle bracing system
  • Lateral side is now fully encased and more rigid vs the "blade" system from prior generation
  • Updated foam at the interior of the ankles
  • Approx. 17 mm of shock absorbing foam
  • Ankle bracing connects to achilles bridge
• TPU bridge across the achilles to protect from impacts
• Revised shin guard is both stronger and lower profile, improving range of motion
• CE certified to EN 13634:2017

Sole:

• Improved vulcanized rubber sole construction
• Updated the grip pattern
• Grip at the medial side of the sole also creeps up for better grip on the bike
• Wear indicator (shows red rubber) to show when the sole should be replaced
• Fully replaceable, 1 piece sole
• Aramid layer between footbed and red wear layer protects  the foot
• Heel ridge to lock foot onto pegs
• Flatter side too side profile for enhanced stability
• More aggressive “spikes” tread pattern to grab in the mud / dirt conditions
• 8-9 / 10 sole stiffness (not as stiff as the Tech 10 but still very stiff) MX / dirt rigid)