The Durban is a new concept boot direct from the Alpinestars Technical Fashion Design Studio. The people who created Nero have designed and developed a boot, literally from the ground up to accompany the rider who uses his trail / tourer for running into town on the commute and taking off for the hills over the weekend. Style and function set the Alpinestars Durban Gore-Tex Boot apart as a flexible, comfortable and eminently practical solution for everyday use whatever the surface and whatever the weather, with the added benefit of a 100% waterproof and breathable Gore-Tex membrane.
Full grain, ultra soft leather upper construction for supple feel and flexibility
Lateral double injection TPU section for rear outer foot protection with hard compound upper section for security and buckle mounting and softer lower section for flexibility
Outer and inner ankle protection is given by innovative double injected TPU section with different Durometer (hardness) values and thicknesses to allow protection and flexibility, all in one section; these protectors are covered by the leather outer skin
Unique single piece medial outer leather panel covers the inner leg, heel and inner fore foot to give a very clean smooth surface for contact with the bike
Ankle is protected by a wraparound extension of the medial boot surface panel with two layer EVA foam, shaped for fit, feel and comfort
Toe box is reinforced for protection and covered by the boot’s medial outer panel
Shin protection is built into the boot structure and hidden below the outer surface leather
Three ergonomically shaped aluminum buckles provide easy, comfortable and secure snap closure with micro-adjustable memory straps for adjustability
Buckle attachment points feature a unique, replaceable bridge to guide and secure the strap effectively
Wide entry aperture for convenience with hook-and-loop upper closure flap to allow broad ranging calf fit adjustment
Padded gaiter to insulate the boot inner and foot against the elements
Wide flex bellows in Achilles and instep to give flexibility and comfort both on and off the bike
Mesh inner liner for comfort and breathability
Out sole is triple injected rubber, giving three different compounds in the same section for ultimate feel, durability and grip; hard compound pedal and shifter inserts for riding comfort and protection and softer heel and fore foot sections for grip and shock absorption
New lasting technology gives a close, comfortable fit while an over-injected Polypropylene mid-sole gives full foot reinforcement from heel to toe for safety
