These are ridiculously comfortable as well as feeling "safe" due to the armour. Had to move gear lever up as sole to top is larger but nothing drastic. Can't comment on waterproofing but even in a week they feel far better than my Alpinestar SMX plus or Sidi black rain. Leather is very supple and the curved zip to stop it ripping open in an accident looks as if it would work. Daytona will resole as well. Worth the money in my opinion. Done 500 miles this week in them so they are already less than ?1 per mile