The Icon Field Armor Boots have a name that is obviously intended to conjure military images. The boots look the part, too.
These are some heavily built boots, with injection molded plastic toe, heel and shin armor. Upper shin and calf protection is the short-fall of a low boot cut. However, for a relatively short design, the Field Armor boots have a complex and secure closure system which includes three heavy buckles and a zippered inside panel.
These Icons are a heavy and stiff boot, but they are remarkable comfortable. The instep is plush, and the internal mesh panels breathe well. The sole is street-specific and ruggedly built.
The area where this boot design will come up short is in shifter and brake feel. The thick soles, combined with bulky design of the toe area can tend to make a boot like this cumbersome in its on-bike function.
In the end, it’s all up to rider preference with the Icon Field Armor Boots. If you are looking for boots with smooth and seamless on-bike function, they will come up short. However, if rugged protection and an industrial look is your thing, the Field Armors are a boot worth considering. They are available in sizes 6 – 14.
