I believe the boards made for our 6's will accept either the drop mounts or the 'standard' chrome mounts as they both use the 'splined adapter' / modular system.
Here are the 'shoes/sport boots, I'm 'acquiring':
http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/tcx-x-cube-air-boots
I ordered 47's , a hair too big, in the process of exchanging / getting 46's now. (I'm a 12D and occasionally a 12E in US)
I've never worn 'MC' or MC 'sport' footwear before. I'm hoping the mesh in these will help with the TX heat. The reduced overall toe-box height should make shifting easier. 'Wear' strip for the shifter. No heel to hang on/off the mini board, 'better than nothing' ankle protection,,,,
Goofy? Could be, but that aspect would just blend in well with the rest of me!