Anyone have a review of the 1010s yet?
I haven't skated in them yet, so I can't give a full review, but I can give first impressions/fit information:
- they fit just a little bit long. Not enough that everyone has to go down half a size, but if you're usually in between sizes; I'd go with the smaller one
- Sole is fairly stiff out of the box, but feels like it will break in and flex well where you want it to, but stay stable everywhere else
- Not as cushy as I expected for a late-90's inspired skate shoe. They feel comfortable and supportive, but not the 'walking on a cloud' feeling you might expect
- Heel lock is good if you get the right size. The pods in the heel are nice, but if the shoe fits too long, they won't do their job. Try them on before buying if you can.
- Wider toebox, but I do find them a bit narrow right at the widest part of my foot (where the toes meet the foot), as described in my post on 'weird fit issues' earlier in this thread. I'm still breaking mine in in this spot, but I think they'll be good once I can get them stretched out
- I wear orthotics, and was able to remove the stock insole and put my orthotics in without messing up the fit, so you should be able to use aftermarket insoles in them if you want to.
- They appear to be a very good quality shoe overall - materials feel good, no random threads or glue or anything anywhere, triple stitching in high wear areas - they're not cheap, but they do really feel like you're getting something for that extra money
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