I have a pair of Tech 6's and an old pair of Thor something or other, the Thors are way comfortable, well broken in. The Tech 6's feel more protective, but maybe thats just because even though I've had them well over a year, I've only worn them a couple times. The very first time I crashed pretty good and bent the metal toe plate up pretty good and had to beat it back to shape. I need to order a replacement and fix it right.