I purchased a pair of A* ( AlpineStars ) SMX-4 boots in the late fall for half price ( $100). I finally got to wear them riding last weekend for a 110 mile ride. Extremely comfortable and no breakin required. I literally forgot I was wearing full motorcycle boots.
http://www.alpinestars.com/SMX_4_Boo.../p/222306.html
( mine are all black )
Jeff