I certainly was intrigued with their product line when it was first introduced a little over a year ago with offerings such as jackets, boots, helmets, riding trousers and gloves. So much so, that I purchased a few items from their line-up directly from an online e-tailer. Items ordered were a pair of their Tarmac Gloves, Super-Duty Boots and TiMax Mesh Jacket.

THE REVIEW: Icon Super-Duty Boots
I was in the market for a half motorcycle boot that would be as comfortable on the bike as off and not look as if I’d just walked off the set of a Terminator movie. These “street boots” as Icon bills them, seemed just the ticket, promoting comfort, style and protection.

Reminiscent of the old “waffle-stompers” from my high school years, these sueded ankle boots were doomed to the back of the closet the moment I slipped them onto my feet. Perhaps it’s because they are mainly constructed out of a suede-like plastic upper, which didn’t seem to want to give or conform to my feet, or maybe because I had to loosen the laces all the way to the base in order to slip them on. Or could it be that they squeaked with each step I took? Hard to say. It could also have to do with the fact that after only 3 uses, the seam at the top where the padded fabric and shoe upper met started coming apart. Oh, and did I mention that Chinese footbinding would be more comfortable?

Want a pair of good quality, stylish demi boots? Look elsewhere.

— Jacques Rambonnet