I also bought a pair of Vans. They didn't have a pair of Pro shoes in my size that I wanted, so I opted for this rubber toed number that caught my eye....
They're surf shoes, apparently. Name on the tongue is Dane Reynolds. Sounds like a pornstars name.
For $52, you can't beat them. They seem prime to skate. Sole feels grippy. Rubber toe seems awesome. The insoles inside is very cushy. It's like a thinner Ultracush insole. Girl working there said they're made to wear without socks?? Definitely will be wearing socks. Only downfall right off the back is that they're canvas.
Went online and saw that they come in Navy, Red, and all black, also. If these skate good, I want every color. Stoked on them.