Eleveit are an Italian brand with a broad range of motorcycle boots covering off-road, adventure, touring and urban use. The Tonale E-Dry sits in their Adventure/Touring line-up and is designed for riders who split their time between long-distance road riding and light off-road exploration.
4.0 Price: £229.99 www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk
4.0 Looks 5.0 Quality 5.0 Protection 5.0 Value 5.0 Construction Water-repellent and breathable microfibre upper with welded rubberised film and polyurethane inserts; polyester lining with E-Dry waterproof membrane; Extreme Light sole with rubber tread and EVA midsole Type Adventure/Touring boots CE rating CE certified (EN 13634 – performance levels not stated on product page) Armour Toe cap, ankle protection, heel counter, internal shin plate E-Dry waterproof and breathable membrane Micrometric polyurethane lever closure system Wide Velcro strap at top Rubber tread with groove pattern for all-terrain grip EVA midsole for lightness and shock absorption It’s pitched as a year-round, waterproof adventure boot that offers serious protection without the towering height and stiffness of a dedicated enduro model. That middle-ground positioning is exactly what drew me to it. I wanted something comfortable enough for long touring days, but tough enough to cope with gravel tracks, mud and the occasional off-road detour on my BMW F850 GS Adventure .
This isn’t a full motocross or enduro boot. Instead, it’s aimed at riders who tour on adventure bikes and occasionally venture off the tarmac. After four months and 1600 miles, it’s clear that’s exactly where it fits.
The Tonale E-Dry has proved very comfortable over long distances. It didn’t require a difficult break-in period and felt supportive from early on. It’s a medium-high boot rather than a full-height off-road design, which makes it easier to walk around in and more manageable for everyday use.
Internally, the materials around the heel and foot are soft and comfortable, and the boot doesn’t pinch at the back of the leg when walking. I’ve worn them all day in the office without discomfort. They can be slightly squeaky when walking, but that’s typical of this style of boot.
In hot weather my feet got warm but didn’t overheat, and in very heavy rain they remained completely dry, so the waterproof and breathable claims stack up in real-world use. The sole provides good grip in mud and doesn’t feel unstable underfoot.
There’s a substantial gear change pad on the left boot, although the reinforced toe cap is quite bulky. On my bike that meant adjusting my gear-change technique slightly, using more of the side of the boot. It works, but slimmer boots are easier to slide under the lever.
Adventure boots need to look purposeful, and the Tonale delivers. It has a tough, professional appearance that suits an adventure or touring bike well. The accordion stretch panels at the front and rear break up the shape nicely, and the twin lever closures give it a serious, technical look.
It’s not subtle, but that’s the point. This is a proper piece of riding kit, and it looks like one. I feel confident and well-equipped wearing it, whether pulling up at a biker café or heading off on a long trip.
The construction feels solid and well thought out. The microfibre upper and reinforced areas around the gear shifter and outer boot show no premature wear after 1600 miles. The internal lining still looks fresh, with no tearing or obvious degradation.…