TCX Street Ace Air Boots

We find TCX boots to be very consistent in fit from one model to the next. We checked this boot and it too is consistent with other models. To choose a size, please click here to see the TCX size chart. The general width of TCX is “medium” or D to E. To compare to other brands you may have experience with, I’d say the overall fit is somewhere between a Sidi boot which is generally a bit more narrow and an Alpinestars boot which has a more generous width.

Last season, TCX introduced the Street Ace WP boot (WP means waterproof), and now they have the vented summer Street Ace Air. The upper material is a distressed sort of suede-type finish and the leather is fully perforated. Behind that perf leather is some sort of reinforcing liner and then inside the boot is the usual breathable and padded lining. I put the lip lock on the side of the boot and I was able to feel my breath make its way through to the inside of the boot although it is restricted somewhat by the reinforcing material.

With just the perf leather, I don’t think this would be a very robust shoe but with the liner and the reinforcing materials, this shoe actually is quite sturdy feeling. The ankle protectors on each side are large and well padded. The heel is nicely reinforced and the toe is “somewhat” reinforced.

Like this WP version, this air version is VERY comfortable. A full lace boot like this allows you to really get the right snugness to fit your foot all around. On the back of the foot at the top there is a fabric insert that makes the boots comfortable around your ankle for walking right out of the box.

With the breathability of the upper material and the sharp looks and comfortable fit, I think most people will really like this shoe for summer riding. And compared to other riding shoes, the price of these is quite reasonable too. :: Paul, 03-08-17