I've got some Alpine Stars Octanes from the states. They're nice 'n comfortable. A bit stiffer in construction than the usual short boots. For cruising around town the boots which are more like sturdy shoes and which go over the ankle are okay. There are quite a few brands with those types of boots now - Alpine Stars, Puma, Sidi, Joe Rocket, Dainese and some smaller, specialist brands like Askew Racing and Piloti.