TCX Competizione S Racing Boots

I was really impressed with the over-all construction and style of this boot. It’s new for the ‘08 season and the first new boot we’ve reviewed since this company’s boot was re-branded from Oxtar to TCX. This style offers a pretty comprehensive set of ankle and heel protection along with all the usual armor features found on race boots. The overall look is attractive and not over-the-top flashy (just one man’s opinion). Speaking of ankle protection systems, I really liked the Torsion Control System. I’ve included the manufacturer’s notes below to give you some physical details. But to sum it up, the system is designed to protect your ankle from being hyper-extended in any direction while still allowing you to walk around with a reasonable amount of comfort. To accomplish this there is a hard plastic ankle brace in the back of the boot that wraps around both sides. The brace is connected at the bottom of the boot with about half an inch of room to flex in any direction (please see our examples by taking the “View Larger Picture” link above).

From the manufacturer: The Torsion Control System® has undergone modifications and been perfected, increasing its functionality and safety performance. The system has been noticeably updated and is now made up of 4 combined elements. The main structure has a double heel and frame that allows lateral and longitudinal movement of the ankle, preventing torsion beyond natural limits and therefore protecting the joints from possible injuries.