Casual and stylish are two key words that define these Chrome motorcycle shoes made of cowhide and suede. In this version, we can even add ‘waterproof’.
Trendy, modern, fun, light to wear and sufficiently protective.
The Chrome motorcycle shoes come in different sizes, models and colours. These Chrome Waterproof Women’s version has a waterproof membrane underneath the suede and cowhide outer layer, turning them into a more versatile motorcycle shoe. Regardless, ankle-high motorcycle shoes are not a guaranty for dry feet. But, in the given circumstances, they are the best warranty.
Don’t be fooled by the all-round relaxed appearance of all that Chrome: Alpinestars is so intertwined with sporty riding that aspects and technology from the top class gear always seep through to the more accessible and urbanesk applications. That is no different here.
With their tight silhouette and modern-day styling, the Chrome motorcycle shoes could easily pass for regular city sneakers. They have the comfort for it, with the waterproof membrane OrthoLite-insock® that almost literally embraces your feet. There are ankle protectors as well and the heel and toe reinforcements offer a dose of protection.
Alpinestars applies the (recently developed) sole construction in their expanding range of urban motorcycle shoes. Concrete, this is an Alpinestars Transversal Protection Frame (TPF), which prevents – simply put – your toes and heel from meeting up. At the bottom, an advanced rubber sole with PU ensures – once again – a mixture of comfort and functional grip that is characteristic of the Chrome.
Sneakers like these used to have a negative image, especially because a couple of smarty pants kept hooking their laces behind the gear or brake lever. The intuitive, elastic closure at the top of the Chrome Women’s motorcycle shoe remedies that issue and makes it a lot easier to close up these motorcycle sneakers.
The higher the fashion level - and the level of ‘we don’t really look like motorcycle shoes’ -, the smaller the chance your leather shoes have a full-fledged shifting reinforcement. No problem on a scooter but on a motorbike, the multitude of shifting will quickly cause wear and tear. A shame of the leather shoes because this “wear and tear” will not often be incorporated in the warranty conditions.
You’d better take precautions, give yourself a hand or a foot in this case and add an extra layer to your leather motorcycle shoe or your gear lever. There are a number of options available in our range.
There is maintenance clothing and then there is clothing maintenance. Good, solid motorcycle clothing is an investment in comfort and personal safety. So invest in its maintenance after your purchase and enjoy your gear for longer.
We put the best tips & tricks on this maintenance page.
