The Alpinestars Tech 8 offers the highest levels of safety, comfort and control for a traditionally stitched bottom boot, featuring all new external design, ventilation and internal fit.

Alpine stars Tech 8 features include:

• Revised fit throughout the Full Grain leather upper with redesigned flex panels for improved flexibility.
• New closure system featuring 4 aluminum buckles with memory and a quick release/locking system with self-aligning design for easy, precise closure.
• Top and bottom reverse closure design feature provides superior impact avoidance and fit.
• New TPU rubber gaiter at the top of the boot effectively seals out elements.
• New contoured shin plate protector is injected with high modulus PU for a high level of impact and abrasion resistance. Additional holes increase ventilation.
• New replaceable shock absorbing material on the shin and instep.
• Extended inside plate is injected with medium durometer PU and guards the side and toe-box area of the boot.
• The inner side of the boot is designed for excellent contact and grip against the bike and provides a high level of support.
• New instep and Achilles flex zones for superior comfort, control and support.
• New contoured calf protector plate is injected with PU for high impact resistance.
• Stamped steel heel guard.
• Stainless steel sole guard.
• Stamped Suede panel on the inner side of the boot increases grip and is laminated with aluminum foil to guard against heat.
• Breathable Cambrelle lining reduces the buildup of heat. White model features a new ventilation system positioned to improve air circulation.
• Leather upper.
• Removable and fully perforated leather bootie for a precise fit, with asymmetrical gel ankle protectors and a removable anatomic footbed.
• Patented "ankle brace" protector with additional shock absorbing insert for the heel.
• Extended front inner gaiter helps prevent water entry.