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Alpinestars’ Primer Riding Sneakers Blend Comfort and Safety Features

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Here’s how you can stay comfy throughout the day and look the part while you’re at it.
If your ride of choice happens to be a two-wheeler, we bet you’re already familiar with the difficulty of finding comfortable footwear items both on and off the bike that can also maintain a high level of protection. More often than not, riders will be forced to sacrifice one or the other, but I’ll have you know the folks over at Alpinestars are determined to change that.

It goes without saying this enterprise is your go-to place when seeking to purchase the ultimate riding gear. With innovations like the Supertech M10 helmet or their unrivaled Tech-Air 5 top, the Italian brand earned its rightful place at the very pinnacle of this industry. Now, let’s see how they plan on putting an end to your daily footwear-related struggles.

Alpinestars’ latest development, the Primer sneakers, look just like a regular pair of shoes at first glance. Don’t you let their understated appearance deceive you, though. The manufacturer ensures high safety standards are met by packing them full of protective features.

As such, their construction consists of a reinforced sole shielding the foot against twisting forces in the event of a crash. To bring about some additional protection for your ankles, the Primers come equipped with robust foam pads, while durable reinforcements are found around the heels and toes.

The primary material used here is polyurethane fabric, accompanied by nubuck surfaces up front, on the sides, and near the laces. Ventilated layers have been added to guarantee superior comfort during extended rides, along with a plush inner sole structure that consists of Ortholite, EVA (ethylene-vinyl acetate), and thermoplastic polyurethane.

Last but not least, Alpinestars’ Primer riding sneakers are priced at a mere $229.95, scoring rather highly on the affordability scale. The company doesn’t state when these handsome things will become available, but we’d encourage you to head right over to their official website and register if you’d like to stay notified.
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About the author: Silvian Secara
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A bit of an artist himself, Silvian sees two- and four-wheeled machines as a form of art, especially restomods and custom rides. Oh, and if you come across a cafe racer article on our website, it’s most likely his doing.
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