Dainese Tempest Lady D-WP Boots Review | Commuter Motorcycle Boots
The Dainese Tempest Lady D-WP women’s motorcycle boots are a great balance of function and comfort, making them an ideal commuter boot, as well as a casual weekend warrior’s riding footwear.
The leather exterior is inset with an accordion-style microfiber panel across the lower shin—both front and rear—for flexibility, making the Tempest Lady a very friendly walking boot.
I appreciate that, as I have to hike down the steps of the parking garage across a busy alley, then up several flights of stairs (the elevator takes too long) before getting to my office.
Several times I have found myself still wearing the boots at lunch as a colleague waylaid me with some urgent request upon arrival, and I never had time to change. Yes, the Tempest Lady Ds are forgettable in the very best sense.
Sliding into the Tempest Lady boots is quick via the non-traditional zipper-on-the-outside—dirt-bike style—closure. Once the seven-inch zipper has been pulled up, you can adjust how snug the top third of the boot closes around your leg with hook-and-loop panels on both the inside and outside of your leg. I particularly like this feature as it gives more room to adjust the tuck of riding jeans or leather pants comfortably around my shins and ankles before I customize the fit.
The contrasting color on the rear shin of the Dainese Tempest Lady D-WP is a nice touch, as are the reflective inserts across the back of the upper heel. They provide a bit of safety when riding after hours.
The rubber sole and heel of the boot have a non-slip tread pattern, an important feature that comes into play both on and off the bike. The sole keeps your feet from slipping off the footpegs—especially in wet conditions—as well as making it possible to plant your foot securely at a stop, or to get traction to maneuver or backup the bike. These are all safety issues, and not just peace of mind.
Giving a symmetrical look to the Tempest Lady D-WP boots, there is a matching non-slip TPU toe protector on the right boot, as well as the left, and feel at the foot shifter is quite good.
With a waterproof, yet breathable, membrane, the Tempest Lady Ds do a very good job of keeping my feet dry without being stuffy. However, when temperatures climb high in the summer, these boots work best on shorter rides with lightweight socks.
Although the Dainese Tempest Lady boots do not appear to be highly technical—they are definitely more about comfort than track day— the boots have a CE Level 1 tag and meet the EN13634 standards for protective motorcycle boots.
One of the most comfortable commuter boots I’ve worn, Dainese Tempest Lady D-WP women’s motorcycle boots look great and take care of the daily chore of keeping a lady’s feet protected while riding.
Dainese Tempest Lady D-WP Boots Fast Facts
- Sizes: 36-40
- Colors: Black/Fluo Yellow; Black/Red; Black/Carbon
- Dainese Tempest Lady D-WP Boots: $230 MSRP