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Grand Touring at the best price
It sounds like an Italian brand. But Vanucci is the own brand of the equipment manufacturer Louis, which offers a range of technical and stylish clothing. The VTB 20 touring boots represent the German manufacturer’s top of the range Touring, combining style, efficiency and careful ergonomics..
Testing the Vanucci VTB-20 boots
Discovery
Travel boots should try to excel on several points: safety of course, but also waterproofing, thermal and comfort. The Vanucci VTB 20 testify to a remarkable level on these subjects. And with style. Aesthetics and ergonomics go hand in hand: thick front flap with dynamic cutouts, double zip opening and adjustable tightening on the back of the calf. Elements that allow you to follow all body types.
Zip and velcro provide closure
On the Achilles tendon and the instep, gussets dress the VTB 20. A reflective 3M insert in the heel provides more visibility. On the inside, a dense microfiber panel marked with a knockout brings an original elegance. Finally, the selector protections are signed by the brand and the red and black sole takes care of the style even in its less visible parts..
The selector guards are marked with the logo
To guarantee good protection, plastic reinforcements protect the toes and malleoli. The VTB 20 are of course waterproof and breathable thanks to the SympaTex climate membrane. Their high shank (25 cm in size 44) also contributes to optimal protection against the elements..
The rod is about 25cm high
Test
With their two zippers, the Vanucci VTB 20 are very easy to put on. We can only open the long outer zip to put it on.
Appreciable, the internal gusset rises to the top of the boots. These have a moderately wide fit, which is quite nice for narrow feet like mine. "Da Grande" models provide more space for stronger limbs. With these multiple tightening, it is easy to adapt the tightening to your taste, even with my swimmer’s calves. The anatomically shaped insole contributes to comfort and you are immediately at ease wearing these reinforced shoes.
Putting on the VTB-20 is easy
This feeling lasts once on the road. Particularly comfortable, the VTB 20s are instantly forgotten and their compactness allows perfect control of the foot controls. The grip of the sole is flawless, even in the rain. The efficient membrane ensures perfect impermeability and great comfort at -10 ° or + 20 ° C. It also quite honestly regulates sweating. No pressure or friction point is noted. Finally, walking is natural, making impromptu excursions or visits pleasant during the trip. To see the durability of the sole, of medium thickness, in this exercise so too recurrent.
Testing the Vanucci VTB-20 boots on the Kawasaki Ninja 1000 SX
Conclusion
High-performance and remarkably ergonomic, the Vanucci VTB 20 boots convinced me with their comfort and very good thermal regulation. No overheating of the feet or excessive sweating. On the contrary, they are among the most effective at this level. High, they provide great protection. Their price of € 249.99 is justified by flawless build quality and excellent durability. However, as you will see in the photos, on my test models the top of the front flap may turn white. Wearing the boots or greasing them immediately solves the problem. So I can not explain the origin of this "concern", perhaps limited to my pair.
Vanucci VTB-20 boots
Even more efficient, but heavier and more expensive, the Daytona Travel Star GTX € 429.95 will be the choice of the more fortunate riders. Their GoreTex membrane is one of the factors explaining the almost double price.
Affordable and frankly efficient, the Vanucci VTB 20 guarantee you years and kilometers of comfort at the best price..
Strong points
- Style
- Adjustment on very thin legs
- Comfort
- Waterproofing and thermal
- Finishes
Weak points
- Slightly thin outsole
Features of the Vanucci VTB 20 boots
- Full grain cow leather
- Textile lining (100% polyester)
- Rubber touring soles
- 2 side zippers
- Selector reinforcement
- Reflector at the heel
- Anatomically shaped insole
- Waterproof and breathable thanks to the SympaTex climate membrane
- Individually adjustable calf size
- Shaft height: approx.25cm (size 44)
- Approval: CE certification according to standard EN 13634: 2017
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