Old skools rubbing my heel

[SqueezeThePulp]

Maybe this problem is more of a foot problem than a shoe problem, but does anyone know how to get shoes to stop rubbing your heel? I put heel liners in them and it didnt do shit.

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[Will Easley]

just start wearing different shoes that fit comfortably and support your foot.

[360 frip]

just start wearing different shoes that fit comfortably and support your foot.

I agree. If I bought any shoes that fucked my foot up I'd bin them.

Why do people on here always seem to be compensating for Vans cheap quality?

[darkslideoftheforce]

I also have this problem with old skools, but after a few days they'll break in and be comfortable.

old skool is the perfect shoe, so it's worth getting sore for a day or two.

[Will Easley]

I also have this problem with old skools, but after a few days they'll break in and be comfortable.

old skool is the perfect shoe, so it's worth getting sore for a day or two.

yeah the "perfect" shoe that hurts your feet. i really dont get it. do people not realize there are tons of good shoes out there to choose from that skate just as good as any vans shoe WITHOUT ever hurting your feet or having poor durability? im not saying every Vans shoe is trash but i swear they seem to get the most passes for bad quality shoes out of all the shoe companies, and the more yall keep drinking that vans kool-aid the more they're gonna keep pimping everyone that buys them religiously. people will buy $50-60 dollar shoes that are ruined in no more than 2-3 weeks then act like buying $85 shoes that last over a month is too expensive and doesnt justify the price. i really just dont get it...

[Christian Alexander]

Maybe this problem is more of a foot problem than a shoe problem, but does anyone know how to get shoes to stop rubbing your heel? I put heel liners in them and it didnt do shit.

I used to take a razor and split the padded part of the heel right on the end seam. Couple dudes I know do that.

[darkslideoftheforce]

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I also have this problem with old skools, but after a few days they'll break in and be comfortable.

old skool is the perfect shoe, so it's worth getting sore for a day or two.

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yeah the "perfect" shoe that hurts your feet. i really dont get it. do people not realize there are tons of good shoes out there to choose from that skate just as good as any vans shoe WITHOUT ever hurting your feet or having poor durability? im not saying every Vans shoe is trash but i swear they seem to get the most passes for bad quality shoes out of all the shoe companies, and the more yall keep drinking that vans kool-aid the more they're gonna keep pimping everyone that buys them religiously. people will buy $50-60 dollar shoes that are ruined in no more than 2-3 weeks then act like buying $85 shoes that last over a month is too expensive and doesnt justify the price. i really just dont get it...

well, I for one, think vans in general has the best soles, best grip and best designs. They're not as durable as other brands, but I'm skating the Chima Ferguson Pro's now and they're holding up really well. And that's a god damn nice looking shoe.

As for support; I don't skate high impact shit, so I'm the wrong guy to ask. But that new inner sole that comes with new vans models, ultracush or whatever, is actually really good and a huge improvement. 

[darkslideoftheforce]

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Maybe this problem is more of a foot problem than a shoe problem, but does anyone know how to get shoes to stop rubbing your heel? I put heel liners in them and it didnt do shit.

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I used to take a razor and split the padded part of the heel right on the end seam. Couple dudes I know do that.

I will try this on my next old skools

[Will Easley]

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I also have this problem with old skools, but after a few days they'll break in and be comfortable.

old skool is the perfect shoe, so it's worth getting sore for a day or two.

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yeah the "perfect" shoe that hurts your feet. i really dont get it. do people not realize there are tons of good shoes out there to choose from that skate just as good as any vans shoe WITHOUT ever hurting your feet or having poor durability? im not saying every Vans shoe is trash but i swear they seem to get the most passes for bad quality shoes out of all the shoe companies, and the more yall keep drinking that vans kool-aid the more they're gonna keep pimping everyone that buys them religiously. people will buy $50-60 dollar shoes that are ruined in no more than 2-3 weeks then act like buying $85 shoes that last over a month is too expensive and doesnt justify the price. i really just dont get it...

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well, I for one, think vans in general has the best soles, best grip and best designs. They're not as durable as other brands, but I'm skating the Chima Ferguson Pro's now and they're holding up really well. And that's a god damn nice looking shoe.

As for support; I don't skate high impact shit, so I'm the wrong guy to ask. But that new inner sole that comes with new vans models, ultracush or whatever, is actually really good and a huge improvement. 

I think Emerica's modified version of the waffle grip used on shoes like the Reynolds & Provost models are much more durable and just as grippy, and I've skated a few pairs of half cab pro's before so im not just talking out my ass. as far as designs go, its not like you cant find similar looking shoes on lakai, emerica, etc. it just baffles me that people will continuously buy shoes that arent durable & have them doing shit like taking razors to their shoes & cutting up some of the padding just to make them wearable, when theres a million other options out there

[sweat stains]

off topic, but how do your Old Skools fit?

[Firebert]

Got some of those Syndicate all suede old skools, biggest waste of money. I wouldn't skate them for a day. My feet move around in them (side to side) no matter how tight they are, and I also got heel blisters. Again, I'm with Mr. Easley on this one. Shell out 20 more bucks and get some Reynolds, they'll last 6 times as long.

[Microforrest]

Shower sandals last longer than Vans.

[art hellman]

have you tried wearing socks?

also, any "syndicate" or "pro" vans are garbage.

the holy grail are simple suede classics.  IMO those are worth the money ($50) and do not require any additional efforts to make them last just as long as any other shoe.  also, I don't consider swapping out insoles as effort...especially considering people put specially made non-factory insoles in their higher-end skate shoes.   

then again, Will's steadfast position on this topic is justified...

people will buy $50-60 dollar shoes that are ruined in no more than 2-3 weeks then act like buying $85 shoes that last over a month is too expensive and doesnt justify the price. i really just dont get it...

[snaked plissken]

the vans outlet sells "B GRADE" vans for $20 (after buy one get one 1/2 off they come to $15 each) and I've never noticed a difference in those shoes, so that's what I skate. So, a $15 pair of vans are worth it. I've tried other shoes for a while and I do not like the way they feel. Adidas and Deklines are probably the only other shoes I've enjoyed skating. Nothing beats the og waffle grip. sorry.

[360 frip]

the vans outlet sells "B GRADE" vans for $20 (after buy one get one 1/2 off they come to $15 each) and I've never noticed a difference in those shoes, so that's what I skate. So, a $15 pair of vans are worth it. I've tried other shoes for a while and I do not like the way they feel. Adidas and Deklines are probably the only other shoes I've enjoyed skating. Nothing beats the og waffle grip. sorry.

It seemed great to me when they were making decent cups.

$15 is cheap as shit though...  Wonder how much they cost to make?

[snaked plissken]

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the vans outlet sells "B GRADE" vans for $20 (after buy one get one 1/2 off they come to $15 each) and I've never noticed a difference in those shoes, so that's what I skate. So, a $15 pair of vans are worth it. I've tried other shoes for a while and I do not like the way they feel. Adidas and Deklines are probably the only other shoes I've enjoyed skating. Nothing beats the og waffle grip. sorry.

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It seemed great to me when they were making decent cups.

$15 is cheap as shit though...  Wonder how much they cost to make?

probably like $5....i found some Vans at the thrift store that had "Made in the US" on them and the quality is so solid. damn shame, still love vans tho.

[theblandest]

They are lacing techniques that can help to prevent heel slipping. Google it.

[6 pac]

cant speak of the old schools but the era pros are one of the best shoes ive ever skated

[Paco Supreme]

Had the Pro Grosso old skools a while back, loved them. like someone else said, wear thicker/higher socks, do classic old skools have the leather lined collar or not? i know thats what i hated about normal eras

era pros are one of the best shoes ive ever skated

[NowhereInLife]

if you go to any pharmacy foot section there are these things called heel liners that are like grey poron ergonomically shaped, and you stick them to the back of the inside of your shoe.  they are good for heels that mess with you, or slightly big/stretched out shoes, or situations where better heel lock is desired.   

i just put them in some suede old skools.  i'm good now.

[skate361]

cant speak of the old schools but the era pros are one of the best shoes ive ever skated

they would've been for me too if the whole shoe was suede instead of just the toe and heel. my top 2 lace holes blew out so i cant even tie them up anymore