Forma Axel Boots (Sold Out)
- 12 Months WARRANTY
- CE® level protection
- Vented ankle protector
- Microfiber upper
- Dual-density, anti-slip sole
- Replaceable PU toe sliders
- Injected heel protection
- Velcro® + YKK® zip closure
- Rear reflex insert
- Rear padded collar
- Extra soft polymer padding
- Anti-shock mid-sole
- Anti-bacterial insole
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Sizing Information
We tried on a selection of Forma boots here in the office and found the length to be about right. The width on the boots is a touch more wide than most other brands we carry. Alpinestars and TCX tend to be the most wide, but these might even be a touch wider. I’d say they are a D to E and might even work for somebody with a slightly wider foot (but don’t get carried away and think they are wide enough for a person needing a EEE or wider). So my advice would be to use the chart below to choose a size based upon your US shoe size.
Forma offers advice on choosing a size from your foot measurement. Here’s how:
1) Measure the overall length of your foot. Forma recommends placing your heel against a wall and measuring from the wall to the end of your longest toe.
2) Add 3/4” to the length of your foot
3) Using Forma’s sizing chart below, choose the smallest size boot with an insole measurement that is at least the length of your foot plus 3/4”.
Use Forma’s size selection method as a “second opinion”. Maybe you’ll find it reassuring if it matches your size choice based on street shoe size or, maybe it could be a tie breaker if you are undecided between two sizes. FWIW, Forma’s advice didn’t work for me since I have relatively short toes. I wear a 45 (known from trying on) and this method put me in a 42.
| Size | US Conversion from Forma |
Internal Insole Measurement |
|---|---|---|
| 41 | 7 | 10.63” (270mm) |
| 42 | 8 | 11.02” (280mm) |
| 43 | 9 | 11.22” (285mm) |
| 44 | 10 | 11.42” (290mm) |
| 45 | 11 | 11.81” (300mm) |
| 46 | 12 | 12” (305mm) |
| 47 | 13 | 12.2” (310mm) |
| 48 | 14 | 12.4” (315mm) |
| 49 | 15 | 12.6” (320mm) |
Our Two Cents
The Axel boots are a great choice for those who what the foot protection like race boots give, but in a shorter format for practicality and comfort. I can see riders who wear riding pants or jeans really liking a style like this.
The closure of the boot is like sport touring and race boots with a single zipper on the inside of the foot. Nothing is faster for getting them on and taking them off, but also keeping them securely on your foot in case of a fall. And the side zipper arrangement means you won’t have laces to contend with.
Protectors are built into both sides of the ankle and the heel and toe areas are heavily reinforced and stiffened. The molded sole is low profile to be compatible with sport bike shifters. There is a wear pad on the top of the foot to protect the boot (and your toe) from shifting.
The boots are vented too. You can see the two vents on the outside rear of the boot where the mesh screen is incorporated into the heel and ankle reinforcement. A toe slider is provided too.
Overall a nice pair of boots from a quality maker. :: Paul, 10-29-18
Forma says: Commuting to work or a weekend ride, the mid height Forma AXEL boots are lightweight and extremely comfortable. Your safety is always important and we have an external plastic ankle support, toe sliders and serious heel protection. To keep cool, a vent is incorporated into the ankle protector, and for extra comfort, a padded entry collar. While riding or walking around the office, your feet will rest easy on Forma’s proven dual-flex footbeds. And for those last-minute meetings, AXEL comes with a full-length side zipper for easy on and off. You can finally have it all, ...price, quality, comfort, and protection!
