I have a confession to make. Even though I have a closet full of motorcycle riding gear, I do sometimes skimp. And the one item I skimp on most often is shoes.
The importance of proper motorcycle boots can’t be overstated, yet I’m often guilty of throwing on a pair of Vans high-top sneakers and jumping on my bike, especially when it’s hot out. My only excuse is that I prefer the style and comfort of sneakers over boots. I blame it on my 90s skate-brat youth.
It’s a lame excuse when you consider how the market for motorcycle riding sneakers has exploded over the past few years. The options are too endless to ignore—so I recently snagged a pair of TCX Street 3 Air riding shoes, to see if they can tempt me away from my faithful high-tops.…