Alpinestars SMX-6 V3 Boots

Packed with a host of innovative safety and protective features, the SMX-6 v3 Boots are the ultimate track and street performance riding boots packed with race-derived technology and protective materials designed to give riders a crucial performance edge on the track or street. With its newly designed upper, the SMX-6 v3 has been precision-engineered to closely conform to the anatomical contours of the foot, offering optimal flexibility and improved walking comfort. Every component on the SMX-6 v3 Boots has been carefully designed with rider performance in mind, including the protection innovations, improved ergonomics, and comfort features.

Features:

• Advanced microfiber upper construction for lightweight, high-performance protection against abrasion and superb levels of flexibility.
• New front flex and back flexion zones are constructed with textile over-injected on 3D mesh, with a soft TPU for enhanced impact abrasion while also promoting a natural forwards and backwards movement.
• An evolution of Alpinestars unique ankle brace protection system provides a bio-mechanical support and protection between the lateral top calf, the shin and ankle, for superior ankle articulation, as well as providing Achilles and ankle impact protection.
• Alpinestars Lace-Lock System is constructed from an advanced polymer resin for a guaranteed quick, precise and secure closure.
• Main upper material is constructed from microfiber to provide durability, high levels of abrasion resistance, and flexibility.

Construction

• Main upper material is constructed from microfiber to provide durability, high levels of abrasion resistance, and flexibility.
• Ergonomic last for forefoot streamlining to enable greater control and improved precision on the bike's controls.
• New ergonomic elastic gaiter in front provides a precise fit in any condition.
• New front flex and back flex design combines textile and over-injected, soft TPU areas, offering improved impact abrasion and optimal, natural front and back movement of the foot.
• Medial side entry opening/closure system features elastic-mounted zipper with wide hook and loop closure.
• Streamlined contact surface with the bike for greater control and rider comfort.
• New pull flap with dedicated design for increasing pensility and facilitating the hook and loop closure.
• New, dual compound removable anatomic footbed made in EVA with Lycra on top.
• Internal insole with integrated shank reinforcement for support to the arch area and foot protection.
• Internal toe box protection is layered under the upper for durability, improved feel, and overall performance.
• Sole is constructed from a lightweight rubber compound offering excellent grip on the pedal box.

Protection

• TPU lateral ankle brace protection provides a biomechanical support and protection between lateral top calf/shin and ankle.
• Equipped with a new TPU shifter zone for superior protection on the lower medial side.
• A new strategically positioned, race-derived TPU shin plate protector delivers superior impact and abrasion resistance while offering a more compact design, so the boot fits easily under the pants.
• Dual density TPU ankle protectors are strategically positioned between the upper on the medial side and the padded lining to provide the strategic protection in key areas.
• Replaceable, dual density TPU toe sliders with screw-in assembly provides comprehensive protective coverage around the outer toe area while still being supremely flexible for walking comfort.
• New back calf TPU bridge is designed to reinforce the level of protection and support.
• The SMX-6 v3 Boots are CE certified to EN 13634:2017.

In 1963, a leather craftsman by the name of Sante Mazzarolo brought forth a future icon. Based in the small Northern Italy town of Asolo and with the perennial Alpine star flower as it's namesake, Mr. Mazzarolo began producing the first products bearing the Alpinestars moniker. At that time a new sport called motocross was establishing itself and becoming quite popular across Europe. Very much aware of the sport, Sante realized an opportunity to apply his talents and technical acumen to design a new type of footwear that would meet the protective needs and demands of this beautiful yet brutal form of athleticism. The revolutionary boot that Mr. Mazzarolo produced would become an archetype for motocross protection.

Shortly after establishing the company in its state-of-the-art headquarters in Maser, northern Italy, Sante began working on a new, revolutionary boot for local enduro and motocross riders who had started importing bikes from overseas and establishing the sport of off-road motorcycle racing. Sante’s boot immediately became the industry leader and a benchmark for racing performance. Development started from the moment the first boot was produced, with the help of feedback from the riders, and by the early 1970s, Roger de Coster had brought Alpinestars its first World Motocross Championship accolade.

Roger de Coster won five World Motocross Championships and began a continuous run of World Championship success for Alpinestars that continues to the present day.

Sante Mazzarolo was honored with a number of Italian design and product awards in the early years of the company, establishing a reputation for creativity and innovation that took another step when he began development of road racing products in the 1970s. Kenny Roberts became Alpinestars’ most high profile Grand Prix World Champion when he took his first title in 1978.

Development continued at pace, with the company producing boots for all forms of motorcycling, road and off-road, for competitive use and leisure, and in the mid-1980s Alpinestars USA was opened with a new base in Los Angeles, California.

By the mid-1990s the first technical apparel line was designed and launched, and in 1999 Alpinestars began development of high performance road racing leather suits. Carlos Checa was the first MotoGP rider to test Alpinestars suits in the premier category and has continued to help in development testing, alongside many other notable names, ever since.

Success has by no means been confined to two wheels. Alpinestars began developing auto racing footwear at the very beginning of the 1990s, equipping many of the world’s leading Formula 1 and Indycar drivers throughout the decade before establishing an Auto Suit Department in 2000.

In 2004, Alpinestars began a partnership with Honda in the Downhill Mountain Bike World Cup and in the same year a new division dedicated to the creation and development of casual sportswear was opened in Los Angeles, and distribution in lifestyle fashion channels commences around the world.

In 2005, Greg Minnaar won the UCI Downhill Mountain Bike World Cup while the intensive development of specialist MTB apparel and protection continued before Alpinestars opened distribution of the products in its cycling collection in 2010.

Alpinestars, since its inception in 1963, is now the world-leading manufacturer of professional racing products, motorcycling airbag protection, high-performance apparel and technical footwear. Alpinestars understands that the best design and research is achieved under extreme conditions. Our involvement in Formula 1, NASCAR, AMA and World Motocross and MotoGP has led to the creation of the most advanced technical equipment for the world racing’s top athletes.

The company employs near 500 staff worldwide with headquarters in Los Angeles, California, Northern Italy, Tokyo and Southeast Asia headquarters in Bangkok, Thailand.