TCX Blend 2 GTX 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.

I’ve got another two-for-one review on TCX styles, the TCX Blend 2 in WP (waterproof) and GTX (Gore-Tex) configurations.

To the naked eye, these two variants are nearly identical. The difference is in the technology TCX uses to waterproof each shoe. The standard WP version uses TCX’s in house T-Dry waterproof membrane which is waterproof and breathable. The higher end Blend 2 GTX featured on this page uses Gore-Tex’s waterproof, breathable membrane. I’ve never used the T-Dry membrane so I can’t speak to the breathability of it, but I’m sure TCX has done their homework here. It’s nice to have a choice when you’re trying to be a budget conscious buyer so I appreciate this offering.

The other differences are that the Blend 2 GTX uses a grain leather while the TCX Blend 2 WP uses grain leather. It’s a small difference but you can certainly tell when looking at them side by side. The Blend 2 WP is a more supple upper while the Blend 2 GTX has a strange feel maybe because of the “pull-up finishing”. The Blend WP are offered in Black or Brown while the Blend 2 GTX only comes in Black.

Otherwise, these boots are functionally identical. Each has malleolus D3O armor in the ankle, a reinforced toe and a heel counter. The toe and heel counter are just stiff enough to perform without hindering movement or comfort. The toes have a small textured area to improve interaction with your controls. The rubber Groundtrax® outsole has a honeycomb like pattern and should offer good grip on and off the bike. Down the back of the boot, there is also a reflective strip that blends with the stitching until light hits it and then it shines.

These boots have a full traditional lace up system with an elastic band on the tongue that you can pull out and stow the laces behind so you don’t have to worry about the laces flopping around in the wind or getting caught up in anything else.

The TCX Blend 2 boots are a great option for riders looking for a high performing option that has very subtle styling. A commuter would be comfortable all day in the office in these thanks to the Ortholite footbeds. : Mike, 01-30-22