The sturdy Smoke boots from TCX offer awomen's-specificlast with an added 3cm lift for helping riders more easily clear the standover height of their motorcycle.

Constructed from soft, full-grain leather, these traditional lace-up boots offer plenty of protection.Both the toe cap and heel counter have been reinforced, and the ankles are protected with foam-backed plastic discs that have been discreetly built into the design.

The boots provide protection from the rain, too, thanks to a waterproof T-dry membrane situated between the leather outer and the mesh boot liner.The boots come with gold eyelets, and a small gold tag threaded on at the base of the lacesthe latter of which can be removed if so desired.

A heavy-duty lugged sold adds another centimeter to the 3cm lift provided by the heel.Add it all up and this is one of the better womens specific boots weve seen, and is our number one recommendation for female riders looking for a little extra lift to help handle their bike.