Sidi X-Power Boots Review 

Thanks Brian. I bought these boots following your advice here and on advrider. I did around 6k miles in them and last week had my first proper fall on my KTM 790R on a muddy road, at speed. During the fall my ankle got caught between the ground and the foot peg. My ankle hurts, but only slightly, I can walk normally. Had I been wearing different boots, esp. the Sidi Adventures or similar (I suspect even the Crossfires, given their worse lateral ankle support), my ankle most likely would have been gone. Thanks for a good recommendation, saved my ankle.

The X3 was the best boot at any price for me. The X-Power with its less complexity looks much more vintage and maybe a little less sexy. Still, I will trust your opinion and go with X-Power when my X3 wear out.

Just got a pair of these. I first tried a Crossfire 3. Too narrow. The X-Power is 1) definitely wider in the same size 2) does not have a vise like grip of my ankle like the CF3 does and 3) feels broken in compared to the less mobile CF3 that wants to be at a right angle 100% of the time. I wear a normal with running shoe in size 14 or 15, usually 15 and my dress shoes are in all cases 14s. In both the X-Power and the CF3 I am a size Euro 49.

I really like your thorough reviews.Thank you.

These boots are just what I was looking for Brian was very helpful talked to him on the phone and told him I have a wide foot he told me to send some pics of my feet and he recommended me to go up 1 size that was spot on. I'm recovering from a broken ankle if I was wearing X Power probably wouldn't have missed 2mo of riding

Might have to try these. My SG 12s still aren't as comfortable as the SG10s, due to the tight padding above ankle across shin. Love the idea of shaving half pound and getting a bit of traction!

Another great video! Thanks Brian! Comfort vs Protection. I pick protection!

Your insights are amazing! Such in depth knowledge. Thank you. You sold me. I have been wearing Gaerne SG-10s for easily over 10 years with 1000s of miles on single track. They are finally shot and wanted to go to a lighter weight boot. X Powers seem to be a great value for the money. Tech 10s were on my radar. $300 X Power vs $400 Tech 10? What do u think?

Massively useful review. Thank you!

Thanks for the review. Can you tell me anything about the relative level of protection for a lateral foot crush. I recently got pinned under my bike and when a friend tried to help pick it up the bike pivoted and crushed my foot, side on, snapping my 5th metatarsal. It was an unusual accident but if I can get more protection from that sort of injury than offered by my X3’s then I’d be very interested.

These are a really nice boot, and have better interior fit and finish then the Gaerne Fastbacks. Remarkably easy to move around in for such a protective boot, and significantly lighter feeling on the feet then my Tech10s.

I just ordered a pair to replace my 10 yr old sg10’s, I tried on the Crossfire 3’s I liked the fit but too many plastic flaps to tuck in

Muy convincente es lo que voy buscando. Gracias por informar tan bien! Las acabo de comprar viendo tu video

How do these compare to the Tech 7 enduros? They are similar in price point. I was looking at the Tech 7 based on your review. I liked that they were a good mix between the adventure boots and mx boots.

Very nice. Do they make an enduro soled version?

Very thorough videos

@Atomic-Moto I have been wearing the SIDI Adventure 2 Boot long enough that I have worn them out (holes through the leather) and am shopping for a replacement and possible upgrade. I have loved those ADV 2 boots! I wear them with the rather large Mobius knee braces. Do you think I would have a problem with the Mobius braces while wearing the X-Power?

whats your opinion of the half sizing? i'm in between sizes and curious if the amount of room in the toe would allow a step down in sizing to keep a tight ankle placement, thanks

Great review as always! How do these compare to gaerne fastbacks ?

Bought these recently based on Brian's recommendation (super helpful btw). Breaking them in around the house and they were very comfortable out of the box. I have a silly question, however: When it comes to the "finger" of plastic on the second buckle up from the bottom - does it go over or under the outer leather flap when you fasten the strap? If you watch from 4:15-4:24, you'll see the right boot has the plastic finger on the outside of the leather flap, but the left boot has the plastic finger tucked under the leather flap. So maybe I'm not the only one confused 😁

Hi, What will be the better choice, Gaerne Fastback Endurance or the Sidi X Power? I occassional tour on pavement and went occassional offroad. Was using the SIDI Adv 2 boots until I saw Bret Tkacs talking abt the importance of leg protection and mentioning you in the video as the guru. 😅 hope to get some inputs.

they look better than the x3 in every way except heat? this ride hotter due to full plastic?

How well does the ankle lock out hyper flexion and hyper extension?

dammit, I was almost sold on the Fastback, then this happened. sigh

Hey is this boot waterproof? Thanks for the video, very informative!

Do you have a review on the Enduro sole I am worried about the lugs on the soul being too deep

Sounds like a great boot for ADV riding. Question...is it easy enough to remove the metal toe piece, and is that alright to do from a structural standpoint (that is, I assume it does not hold the sole or boot together in any way)? I ask because when riding on tarmac, on a tall ADV bike, often only my toes are making contact with the ground when I come to a stop...those things can be slippery.

Somebody know how to present a boots for real... Merci mate

Enduro sole and waterproof liner of some sort and these could be the ultimate adv boot. Sidi? Please?

Do you know when the Enduro sole will be available to purchase separately?

I was about to get the x-3 enduro as it’s on promo at my local gear-shop, currently riding with Forma Adventure (mostly adventure riding, nothing gnarly) but I’m aware I need more protection! Now I’m in a pickle as I would love these with an enduro sole, as I enjoy getting off the bike often and walk a few yards to admire views and snap the odd photo whenever I can. But I don’t think I can wait for an enduro release if it’s months away still😕 Price difference between the 2 models is currently only about $25 locally which isn’t much! What to do, what to do?!

How does the sizing compare to the SG 12?

Does it have hyper extension protection like the x3 ?

Not water proof?

Looks like a nice boot, wish It had three buckles though.