Having discarded the use of a single-hinge boot system, (a concept Alpinestars had developed and patented designs for in the mid-80’s, but never adopted because of excessive stress put on the knee) a revolutionary solution was developed. Using some of the lessons learned in the company’s road racing program, where the Alpinestars Supertech boot leads the way with its unique torsion bar ankle support, the new MX brace features a patented double-hinged assembly. However, the Tech 10 brace shares no common components with the Supertech version, having been designed specifically to cope with the particular demands of MX riding and has already been through several design modifications to yet further improve performance.

The double-hinge torsion bars allow upper and lower protective structures in the brace to protect the ankle and heel, while giving complete freedom, flexibility and feel to the rider by following the natural movements of the foot and ankle, with no constraint until the point of overextension. To give the rider the ability to further lessen stresses put on the knee, a major concern for many, a replaceable softer-material inner bar is included with the Tech 10.

This allows the rider to customize the degree of ankle control and therefore the amount of possible stress transmitted to the knees when the boot gets into deep ruts etc. The system also minimizes the chances of sprains and twists, while also protecting the ankle from lateral impacts. It is comfortable to wear, extremely strong, stable and lightweight while allowing ventilation around the foot.

• Revolutionary external structure features ultra low profile design to minimize weight at the lower section of the boot and upper design developed for controlled flexibility, streamlined profile and superior grip against the bike
• Innovative biomechanical inner ankle brace provides the ultimate in support and safety with torsion bars to control ankle and leg rotation, while allowing freedom of movement
• Lightweight upper combines water-repellent suede leather with impact and abrasion-resistant TPU shell for unmatched levels of safety. TPU guards the toes, foot, heel, ankle, calf and shin with extra hard compounds on the toe-box, heel and Achilles tendon
• Innovative TPU spine protects the heel, controls flex and features a hyperextension guard
• Outer side of the boot features anti-torsion PU panel on the ankle for flexibility and support
• Ultra comfortable and precision-fit interior features new poly fabric lining with open cell foam and a shock absorbing shin pad
• Exclusive dual compound sole is seamlessly integrated to the multi-density foot base structure with built in support
• Sole provides superior durability, grip, feel and a high level of structural rigidity
• Advanced closure system features three techno-polymer and aluminum buckles for easy adjustability with a precise, secure and streamlined fit
• Buckles feature memory, a quick release/locking system and a self-aligning design for easy and precise closure. Three-buckle system works in conjunction with the entire internal structure to provide excellent support and flexibility
• Inner side of the boot is designed for maximum grip against the bike from top to bottom and features TPU panels for heat and abrasion resistance
• Form-fitting TPU gasket seals water out of the boot
• White model features airflow ventilation system
• The TECH 10 is CE certified