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Skateboarding => Shoes & Gear => Topic started by: EvenStevieNicks on June 21, 2021, 02:34:06 AM
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Hi gang,
My old feet are still in love with super flat vulcs like Vans era or LRAB, but the balls of my feet are hurting these days and I feel like I need more cushioning/arch support or something.
I've been skating Blazer mids a bunch, and I like my Jordan 1 mids but I'm tryin' to hop off the Nike train. Plus $160 for the Js is eye-watering.
Have any of you already been on this trip? Any tips for better supporting shoes? What shoes saved your feet and prolonged your skating?
Shalom etc.
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Footprint insoles are the only thing that helps me. Skated in some adidas recently (not a bash) with stock insoles and my feet hurt for days: balls, heels and arches.
My issue is finding shoes that can fit them and not be feel tight. Recently skating Vans Rowans (pop cush thick ass insoles) but with the Footprints, worked out ok but my foot swims around a little.
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I really like the combination of the Kingfoam Elite Mid profile Insoles with the NB# 440 Hi.
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the best shoe for old guys experiencing what you say are SB dunks but good luck getting ahold of a pair these days
personally I like the blazer mid the best. I dont really think there is a good substitute. I will probably just go back to that shoe once these half cabs are spent
one thing you could try is Tyshawn mids or if NB comes out with an 868 again
Oh man, I had a bad feeling I was gonna struggle to replace my swoosh shit. I'm toying with trying Tyshawn's shoes though... Not my style, but whatevs. Thanks for the tips!
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I really like the combination of the Kingfoam Elite Mid profile Insoles with the NB# 440 Hi.
Cheers Firebert (love your Insta btw) & Xen, I'll check out those insoles.
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tbh almost all skate shoes even the most tech looking cupsoles have moved away from much padding in the forefoot.
cup vs. vulc doesn't really make that much difference anymore. for instance my old pro Half Cab were more padded than the NB tiagos . but the new half cabs have a thinned down insole in the front
the best shoe for old guys experiencing what you say are SB dunks but good luck getting ahold of a pair these days
personally I like the blazer mid the best. I dont really think there is a good substitute. I will probably just go back to that shoe once these half cabs are spent
one thing you could try is Tyshawn mids or if NB comes out with an 868 again
Strongly disagree with the part about the Tiago’s being less padded than half-cabs. No. The 1010 is my personal fave, even tho the sizing isn’t right on. Shoe has great flick/durability, and my feet don’t hurt, as badly, after some longer sessions.
Tyshawn mids and 868 were excellent recommendations. Also the ave pro, that shoe was great for me.
My feet are rough, and hurt pretty much always. It took me away from skating for most of my 30’s. What has worked for me is wearing a lot of different shoes: not getting locked into one thing. This is shitty because buying stuff/having too many things, but my feet seem to like the changes. I wear Birkenstock sandals, and they are extremely comfortable. I wear timberlands. I wear af1’s. Vans era’s. LRAB’s. You get it. I switch it up.
Calf raises, hamstring stretches, and if I wasn’t such a stubborn moron I’d use a foam roller. Those have helped. Watching my weight is a big deal, if I’m even 10# over it’s immediately noticed because my legs and feet are screaming.
Dunks are great, but just get air Jordan 1’s and those are close enough. The mids skate good enough.
So yes actual shoes that have been good for me:
Dc legacy slim (underrated)
Ave pro
Tyshawn mids (the lows look good, but I haven’t had em)
Tiago 1010’s (my fave rn)
Dunks/Jordan’s
The Crockett’s look legitimately nice. I should try those. Like they actually look nice. I like the look of a vulc shoe, with my dad 501s, I just can’t skate in em that long. I like the way blazers look, but somehow I’ve gone like 10 years without a pair. I don’t love Nike, like at all, but their shoes fit my baby-ass heels, and the sizing is right.
I’m all over the place with this ramble, but that’s because I’m passionate about these busted feets. It sucks.
Check the poster ‘crap’ always has good shoe rec’s.
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tbh almost all skate shoes even the most tech looking cupsoles have moved away from much padding in the forefoot.
cup vs. vulc doesn't really make that much difference anymore. for instance my old pro Half Cab were more padded than the NB tiagos . but the new half cabs have a thinned down insole in the front
the best shoe for old guys experiencing what you say are SB dunks but good luck getting ahold of a pair these days
personally I like the blazer mid the best. I dont really think there is a good substitute. I will probably just go back to that shoe once these half cabs are spent
one thing you could try is Tyshawn mids or if NB comes out with an 868 again
Strongly disagree with the part about the Tiago’s being less padded than half-cabs. No. The 1010 is my personal fave, even tho the sizing isn’t right on. Shoe has great flick/durability, and my feet don’t hurt, as badly, after some longer sessions.
Tyshawn mids and 868 were excellent recommendations. Also the ave pro, that shoe was great for me.
My feet are rough, and hurt pretty much always. It took me away from skating for most of my 30’s. What has worked for me is wearing a lot of different shoes: not getting locked into one thing. This is shitty because buying stuff/having too many things, but my feet seem to like the changes. I wear Birkenstock sandals, and they are extremely comfortable. I wear timberlands. I wear af1’s. Vans era’s. LRAB’s. You get it. I switch it up.
Calf raises, hamstring stretches, and if I wasn’t such a stubborn moron I’d use a foam roller. Those have helped. Watching my weight is a big deal, if I’m even 10# over it’s immediately noticed because my legs and feet are screaming.
Dunks are great, but just get air Jordan 1’s and those are close enough. The mids skate good enough.
So yes actual shoes that have been good for me:
Dc legacy slim (underrated)
Ave pro
Tyshawn mids (the lows look good, but I haven’t had em)
Tiago 1010’s (my fave rn)
Dunks/Jordan’s
The Crockett’s look legitimately nice. I should try those. Like they actually look nice. I like the look of a vulc shoe, with my dad 501s, I just can’t skate in em that long. I like the way blazers look, but somehow I’ve gone like 10 years without a pair. I don’t love Nike, like at all, but their shoes fit my baby-ass heels, and the sizing is right.
I’m all over the place with this ramble, but that’s because I’m passionate about these busted feets. It sucks.
Check the poster ‘crap’ always has good shoe rec’s.
Hell yeah, thanks for going deep! I'm getting persuaded on the Tyshawn shoes for sure!
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the best shoe for old guys experiencing what you say are SB dunks but good luck getting ahold of a pair these days
personally I like the blazer mid the best. I dont really think there is a good substitute. I will probably just go back to that shoe once these half cabs are spent
one thing you could try is Tyshawn mids or if NB comes out with an 868 again
I can't speak to it. But a lot of people on Slap have suggested the Lakai Telford as a solid option to the SB Dunk.
Oh man, I had a bad feeling I was gonna struggle to replace my swoosh shit. I'm toying with trying Tyshawn's shoes though... Not my style, but whatevs. Thanks for the tips!
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I am currently riding Tyshawns and it took me a long time to break them in properly. Just bear that in mind when coming from vulcs.
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The Nike Bruin Reacts have a different insole than any of the other SB's as far as I know, and it's a gamechanger. Had some issues with plantar fasciitis last year after taking up running in my late 30s, and these are the only shoes I skate now.
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Etnies Joslin 1. They've been working for me and my old feet
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I really like the combination of the Kingfoam Elite Mid profile Insoles with the NB# 440 Hi.
I like hearing that. I use Fp elite mid and have a pair of 440 highs scheduled for delivery any hour now.
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I’m always on the lookout for non-skate cupsoles from the big brands for cheap. They all have some basketball/tennis models that usually work great with a bit of super glue and a new insole.
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Adidas 3st.004
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I'm in a similar boat. 40 something, can only skate in flimsy vulcs. I like the New Balance 212/213s with Remind Medic insoles. Also had good look with the Vans Rowans with the stock PopCush insoles.
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I had plantar faciitis (strain of the tendon that runs along the bottom of the foot), resulted in pain walking first thing in the morning, and other issues. Got it treated on the NHS here in the UK, and they made some custom insoles that support the arch of the foot. They're great, the plantar issues went away a few years back, but still use the insoles, means I can wear flat soled shoes like Vans, but still get support of the arch. So try looking for for an insole that supports the arch of the foot.
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golfball'em. If it hurts that means it's working.
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golfball'em. If it hurts that means it's working.
That's how it feels when I swap to no support shoes then throw in my footprints, pain for a day then right as rain.
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Tyshawns and sport orthotics seem to be working for me.....
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I like the new westgates. That 288 sole is the best as it is grippy and the right amount of padding. I just wish it came in more digestible colours.
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tbh almost all skate shoes even the most tech looking cupsoles have moved away from much padding in the forefoot.
cup vs. vulc doesn't really make that much difference anymore. for instance my old pro Half Cab were more padded than the NB tiagos . but the new half cabs have a thinned down insole in the front
the best shoe for old guys experiencing what you say are SB dunks but good luck getting ahold of a pair these days
personally I like the blazer mid the best. I dont really think there is a good substitute. I will probably just go back to that shoe once these half cabs are spent
one thing you could try is Tyshawn mids or if NB comes out with an 868 again
Strongly disagree with the part about the Tiago’s being less padded than half-cabs. No. The 1010 is my personal fave, even tho the sizing isn’t right on. Shoe has great flick/durability, and my feet don’t hurt, as badly, after some longer sessions.
Tyshawn mids and 868 were excellent recommendations. Also the ave pro, that shoe was great for me.
My feet are rough, and hurt pretty much always. It took me away from skating for most of my 30’s. What has worked for me is wearing a lot of different shoes: not getting locked into one thing. This is shitty because buying stuff/having too many things, but my feet seem to like the changes. I wear Birkenstock sandals, and they are extremely comfortable. I wear timberlands. I wear af1’s. Vans era’s. LRAB’s. You get it. I switch it up.
Calf raises, hamstring stretches, and if I wasn’t such a stubborn moron I’d use a foam roller. Those have helped. Watching my weight is a big deal, if I’m even 10# over it’s immediately noticed because my legs and feet are screaming.
Dunks are great, but just get air Jordan 1’s and those are close enough. The mids skate good enough.
So yes actual shoes that have been good for me:
Dc legacy slim (underrated)
Ave pro
Tyshawn mids (the lows look good, but I haven’t had em)
Tiago 1010’s (my fave rn)
Dunks/Jordan’s
The Crockett’s look legitimately nice. I should try those. Like they actually look nice. I like the look of a vulc shoe, with my dad 501s, I just can’t skate in em that long. I like the way blazers look, but somehow I’ve gone like 10 years without a pair. I don’t love Nike, like at all, but their shoes fit my baby-ass heels, and the sizing is right.
I’m all over the place with this ramble, but that’s because I’m passionate about these busted feets. It sucks.
Check the poster ‘crap’ always has good shoe rec’s.
The Tiagos are are very well padded but sizing is off; NB just don't work for me. If I could get the Tiago's to work I'd skate them as long as they made them; love the fit of the heel (toebox on all NB is too small for me).
Crockett's were too long for me (Barney Rubble feet but size 10).
AVE Pro worked but the toebox would crease on me and sort of dig in. Liked the shoe tho.
DC Legacy 98 Slim S I can almost wear but they feel small vertically in the toe area (just like Tiagos)
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tbh almost all skate shoes even the most tech looking cupsoles have moved away from much padding in the forefoot.
cup vs. vulc doesn't really make that much difference anymore. for instance my old pro Half Cab were more padded than the NB tiagos . but the new half cabs have a thinned down insole in the front
the best shoe for old guys experiencing what you say are SB dunks but good luck getting ahold of a pair these days
personally I like the blazer mid the best. I dont really think there is a good substitute. I will probably just go back to that shoe once these half cabs are spent
one thing you could try is Tyshawn mids or if NB comes out with an 868 again
Strongly disagree with the part about the Tiago’s being less padded than half-cabs. No. The 1010 is my personal fave, even tho the sizing isn’t right on. Shoe has great flick/durability, and my feet don’t hurt, as badly, after some longer sessions.
Tyshawn mids and 868 were excellent recommendations. Also the ave pro, that shoe was great for me.
My feet are rough, and hurt pretty much always. It took me away from skating for most of my 30’s. What has worked for me is wearing a lot of different shoes: not getting locked into one thing. This is shitty because buying stuff/having too many things, but my feet seem to like the changes. I wear Birkenstock sandals, and they are extremely comfortable. I wear timberlands. I wear af1’s. Vans era’s. LRAB’s. You get it. I switch it up.
Calf raises, hamstring stretches, and if I wasn’t such a stubborn moron I’d use a foam roller. Those have helped. Watching my weight is a big deal, if I’m even 10# over it’s immediately noticed because my legs and feet are screaming.
Dunks are great, but just get air Jordan 1’s and those are close enough. The mids skate good enough.
So yes actual shoes that have been good for me:
Dc legacy slim (underrated)
Ave pro
Tyshawn mids (the lows look good, but I haven’t had em)
Tiago 1010’s (my fave rn)
Dunks/Jordan’s
The Crockett’s look legitimately nice. I should try those. Like they actually look nice. I like the look of a vulc shoe, with my dad 501s, I just can’t skate in em that long. I like the way blazers look, but somehow I’ve gone like 10 years without a pair. I don’t love Nike, like at all, but their shoes fit my baby-ass heels, and the sizing is right.
I’m all over the place with this ramble, but that’s because I’m passionate about these busted feets. It sucks.
Check the poster ‘crap’ always has good shoe rec’s.
The Tiagos are are very well padded but sizing is off; NB just don't work for me. If I could get the Tiago's to work I'd skate them as long as they made them; love the fit of the heel (toebox on all NB is too small for me).
Crockett's were too long for me (Barney Rubble feet but size 10).
AVE Pro worked but the toebox would crease on me and sort of dig in. Liked the shoe tho.
DC Legacy 98 Slim S I can almost wear but they feel small vertically in the toe area (just like Tiagos)
Yeah the nb sizing is hard for me. Nike just fits: size 10, good. There are a few exceptions with Nike (the af1 lows are half size down, the mids are tts, the Cory shoe, that was so dope, was half size big). Aaaaaaaanyways, the Tiago’s skate great in tts, for me, but feel loose as hell. I got a half size down and those are perma chillers, too tight to skate in.
The dc legacy slims I had to go up a half size, and I find that to be true in almost all core brand cupsoles.
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I really like the combination of the Kingfoam Elite Mid profile Insoles with the NB# 440 Hi.
I have always skated blazers or vans but I can honestly say at age 32 that my feet hurt and all I will skate now are the 440s. I think it’s such an under rated shoe.
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Hi gang,
My old feet are still in love with super flat vulcs like Vans era or LRAB, but the balls of my feet are hurting these days and I feel like I need more cushioning/arch support or something.
I've been skating Blazer mids a bunch, and I like my Jordan 1 mids but I'm tryin' to hop off the Nike train. Plus $160 for the Js is eye-watering.
Have any of you already been on this trip? Any tips for better supporting shoes? What shoes saved your feet and prolonged your skating?
Shalom etc.
What size shoe do you wear?
10.5 in Vans and LRAB, 10 in SB Blazers.
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tbh almost all skate shoes even the most tech looking cupsoles have moved away from much padding in the forefoot.
cup vs. vulc doesn't really make that much difference anymore. for instance my old pro Half Cab were more padded than the NB tiagos . but the new half cabs have a thinned down insole in the front
the best shoe for old guys experiencing what you say are SB dunks but good luck getting ahold of a pair these days
personally I like the blazer mid the best. I dont really think there is a good substitute. I will probably just go back to that shoe once these half cabs are spent
one thing you could try is Tyshawn mids or if NB comes out with an 868 again
Strongly disagree with the part about the Tiago’s being less padded than half-cabs. No. The 1010 is my personal fave, even tho the sizing isn’t right on. Shoe has great flick/durability, and my feet don’t hurt, as badly, after some longer sessions.
Tyshawn mids and 868 were excellent recommendations. Also the ave pro, that shoe was great for me.
My feet are rough, and hurt pretty much always. It took me away from skating for most of my 30’s. What has worked for me is wearing a lot of different shoes: not getting locked into one thing. This is shitty because buying stuff/having too many things, but my feet seem to like the changes. I wear Birkenstock sandals, and they are extremely comfortable. I wear timberlands. I wear af1’s. Vans era’s. LRAB’s. You get it. I switch it up.
Calf raises, hamstring stretches, and if I wasn’t such a stubborn moron I’d use a foam roller. Those have helped. Watching my weight is a big deal, if I’m even 10# over it’s immediately noticed because my legs and feet are screaming.
Dunks are great, but just get air Jordan 1’s and those are close enough. The mids skate good enough.
So yes actual shoes that have been good for me:
Dc legacy slim (underrated)
Ave pro
Tyshawn mids (the lows look good, but I haven’t had em)
Tiago 1010’s (my fave rn)
Dunks/Jordan’s
The Crockett’s look legitimately nice. I should try those. Like they actually look nice. I like the look of a vulc shoe, with my dad 501s, I just can’t skate in em that long. I like the way blazers look, but somehow I’ve gone like 10 years without a pair. I don’t love Nike, like at all, but their shoes fit my baby-ass heels, and the sizing is right.
I’m all over the place with this ramble, but that’s because I’m passionate about these busted feets. It sucks.
Check the poster ‘crap’ always has good shoe rec’s.
Hey, thanks!
Those are mostly the same shoes I'd recommend for my fellow 'bad old feet' people. For forefoot cushioning/support specifically, I think the AVE Pro's are probably the best ones out currently.
I haven't tried Legacy Slims, but I've been feeling tempted to try one of those slightly slimmed down DC reissues for a while - love how they did those (updated the shape a little, but didn't go too nuts). I tried on a pair of Kalis OG's a while back, and they were too much puff for me, but I'm interested to try one of the slimmer ones (Lynx Zero, Stevie Slim, Legacy Slim).
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I've always been of the belief that a decent insole will serve you better than a super thick shoe with a shitty insole. I happen to like the new more dense Vans insoles but before that I felt better skating thin vulcs with Footprint Insoles than I did skating cupsoles where the insole looks like it was made out of wet toilet paper.
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I'm in a similar boat. 40 something, can only skate in flimsy vulcs. I like the New Balance 212/213s with Remind Medic insoles. Also had good look with the Vans Rowans with the stock PopCush insoles.
THIS. some remind medics in anything and it helps. they have nice padding for balls of feet, I've tried the whole line of footprint and they suck. Remind is the only one that actually makes them with plastic inserts to strengthen up some floppy shoes. I skate the Medics in the NM212 and also put them in every Vans slip on pro i have.
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I also recommend the Etnies Joslin 1. First shoe in a decade that hasn’t brought me foot pain. I honestly forget that I have foot issues until I put something else on. The grip is super good too. Better grip than Vans in my opinion. Just wear them without skating them for about a week and it’s on. Hope this helps.
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Get some good after market insoles
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The DC Pure might be a good one for you. I have a friend who swears by them. It's a not too thin vulc that has a well padded tongue and I think you can find them for pretty cheap on sale.
Anyways, I posted a link to a pair on the DC site. Keep us informed on what you end up choosing. Good luck!
https://www.dcshoes.com/men%27s-pure-shoes-886434369513.html#q=pure&start=8&hitcount=43
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Im not 40 but will definitely vouch for the Legacy Slims. The shoe has way more boardfeel than it would seem it has and I dont feel pain in my feet after skating all day.
The Kalis S is a dope option too but may be a bit stubbier and they have lace loops that blow out and fucks up the fit of the shoe.
Haven't tried them but I have a couple of friends that swear by the Kyle Walker 1s. I did have the Vans Ultrarange Pro and that shoe was hella good too.
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Ima jump on the DC train. The Lynx Zero is legit for a thicker cup sole , but still has good board feel. I’d say the insole is trash though after a month . I might put some Nike ones in the next pair I get .
I wish I could skate the Tiago but my foot I guess is flat because the arch is way too pronounced in that shoe in my TTS
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868s changed the game for me, along with some actual orthotics, foot print didn’t work for me and may have made my problem worse. 868s are pretty much impossible to get now until the new ones drop later this year. I will say the 1010s are just as good. I prefer the 868s as they feel more stable, but 1010s have better grip.
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Any of our shoes that have the pour-in G6 midsole are really comfortable as well as pretty protective. Haven't skated them myself but a lot of people tend to like the Figgy Dose as well when it comes to another cupsole. The Gamma has the Formula G sole as the Figgy Dose but will have the Julian colorway with the pour-in G6 dropping at the end of the year.
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Any of our shoes that have the pour-in G6 midsole are really comfortable as well as pretty protective. Haven't skated them myself but a lot of people tend to like the Figgy Dose as well when it comes to another cupsole. The Gamma has the Formula G sole as the Figgy Dose but will have the Julian colorway with the pour-in G6 dropping at the end of the year.
How have you not skated all of the shoes?
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Any of our shoes that have the pour-in G6 midsole are really comfortable as well as pretty protective. Haven't skated them myself but a lot of people tend to like the Figgy Dose as well when it comes to another cupsole. The Gamma has the Formula G sole as the Figgy Dose but will have the Julian colorway with the pour-in G6 dropping at the end of the year.
How have you not skated all of the shoes?
I like a lot of board feel which generally tends to be vulcs. I'm not jumping down stairs or gaps anymore so I don't need something with a ton of support like the Dose. I mostly skate the slip-ons myself but sometimes skate The Dickson or even the Wino Standard and throw a G6 insole in it. I did try the Gamma recently and liked it but have been skating the Wino slip cups lately.
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Any of our shoes that have the pour-in G6 midsole are really comfortable as well as pretty protective. Haven't skated them myself but a lot of people tend to like the Figgy Dose as well when it comes to another cupsole. The Gamma has the Formula G sole as the Figgy Dose but will have the Julian colorway with the pour-in G6 dropping at the end of the year.
How have you not skated all of the shoes?
Still seems weird, to me, but I’m the weirdo: always trying new shit.
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Any of our shoes that have the pour-in G6 midsole are really comfortable as well as pretty protective. Haven't skated them myself but a lot of people tend to like the Figgy Dose as well when it comes to another cupsole. The Gamma has the Formula G sole as the Figgy Dose but will have the Julian colorway with the pour-in G6 dropping at the end of the year.
How have you not skated all of the shoes?
Still seems weird, to me, but I’m the weirdo: always trying new shit.
I totally get it and there's nothing wrong with always trying new things. I'm just pretty particular and know what I like to skate and what I'm going to put on and be over it instantly. Unfortunately, I've always skated the thinnest shoes I could find as I'm not that great at skating and need all the board feel I can get haha.
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NB 420s with footprint insoles treat me well!
Also, eS cupsoles but particularly the outsole on the swift/ accel plus
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Dang, thanks for all the tips everyone!
At this point I'm gonna go get fitted for orthotics first and see how that goes. Maybe trying a NB or Adidas shoe will be the next step.
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46 here, the discontinued Adidas Suciu 2 with the adiprene insole... lifesaver, and they don’t pack down *at all*. Also stop side-to-side slip inside the shoe completely.
I’m still looking for a shoe “shell” cup or vulc long as it fits that I can drop these into when I’ve burned through my last 2 pairs.
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The Nike Bruin Reacts have a different insole than any of the other SB's as far as I know, and it's a gamechanger. Had some issues with plantar fasciitis last year after taking up running in my late 30s, and these are the only shoes I skate now.
Based off your post I nabbed these:
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I've not touched Nike since the Prod 6/Brock mid (from waaay back) but should have as they always fit well...but Nike..
These bruin reacts have the same style insole as my Nike Metcon Sports.
The fit is great, just wearing them around the house for about 10 hours and they are already breaking in nicely. Here's hoping they skate well!
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sounds like you've made your decision but i'd recommend FP insoles as well. they have a rep around here for being "gimmicky" but they actually do exactly what they say, absorb impact.
i stopped wearing them and i noticed a big difference when landing primo, or those stiff landings right on your heel. i only used the flat ones though.
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Totally agree w the tyshawns, nb 440s, etnies Joslin and the vans k walk 1s wld be my recommendation, they get super hot but since you have been running the blazer mids I am sure you are used to it, source I'm 41 and my feet also are trash
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sounds like you've made your decision but i'd recommend FP insoles as well. they have a rep around here for being "gimmicky" but they actually do exactly what they say, absorb impact.
i stopped wearing them and i noticed a big difference when landing primo, or those stiff landings right on your heel. i only used the flat ones though.
Not only do they absorb but they do really conform to your feet...like custom orthotics, especially the gamechangers.
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Dang, thanks for all the tips everyone!
At this point I'm gonna go get fitted for orthotics first and see how that goes. Maybe trying a NB or Adidas shoe will be the next step.
Orthotics are the best thing you can do for your feet, but they will make it a little harder to find the right shoes. If you're planning on getting them, I would get the orthotics first and then do the shoe search by going to the shop and trying on a few different models with your orthotics in them. Your shoes won't fit the same with orthotics in as they will without them.
What's worked best for me is cupsoles with good midsole cushioning and a medium thickness removable insole. I remove the stock insoles and put the orthotics in their place. Mid and high top shoes will make this easier, but you can make a low work if you find the right one.
I've had good luck with my orthotics in Nike Dunks (Mid/High only), Adidas Tyshawns, and Vans AVE's. You also may have luck trying NB Tiagos if your foot is the right shape. I can't vouch for them first hand, but the Spanky Emericas and Adidas Superstar/Pro Model and Forum would also fit the criteria here.
I'd steer clear of vulcs in general, but especially the ones that are the 'thick insole on a thin outsole' type, like the Vans Skate line. If you replace that thick insole with a hard orthotic, you have no cushioning. You can get away with those as chillers, but you probably won't enjoy skating in them.
I've tried both custom orthotics and FP Gamechangers. The Gamechangers didn't work for me, but I have some pretty bad chronic issues with my feet. If your feet are in better shape than mine, they may work for you.
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What do you wear when not skating? I was recently gifted a pair of oofos that I’ve started using as house shoes and they are well worth it to give your feet a rest.
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What do you wear when not skating? I was recently gifted a pair of oofos that I’ve started using as house shoes and they are well worth it to give your feet a rest.
I wear slipon pro Vans with the Pop Cush insole around the house.
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I haven't found a better pairing than Dunks and the Footprint Kingfoam Custom orthotic insoles.
I skate 5-6 days a week, great support and love the kingfoam material for not being sore after.
I also highly recommend learning some arch strengthening exercises as that will alleviate some foot pain.
I have some tiagos up next, they feel pretty nice on foot but haven't skated them yet.
I am constantly trying on shoes at the shop, pulling insoles out to see what fits my fp ones the best.
All the Adidas shoes I've tried have so much heel lift I can't do it.
I tried the AVE pro and the mesh blew out first session from an awkward foot drag on a missed flip trick.
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Sorry to hijack the thread, but seems semi-relevant… can anyone recommend some shoes to me that are similar to Crockett lows in terms of boardfeel + cushioning + arch support? I have super high arches but prefer vulc shoes. I’ve messed around with FP insoles, but personally I haven’t found anything I like more than Crocketts with the stock insoles. Curious if anyone knows of similar shoes, because it looks like they’ve been discontinued (?) or at least I’m not seeing them on the Vans website.
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Any of our shoes that have the pour-in G6 midsole are really comfortable as well as pretty protective. Haven't skated them myself but a lot of people tend to like the Figgy Dose as well when it comes to another cupsole. The Gamma has the Formula G sole as the Figgy Dose but will have the Julian colorway with the pour-in G6 dropping at the end of the year.
You think it would be wise to try and put some of those replacement G6 insoles into a Emerica cup? I have the spankys but was wondering if those G6 replacement insoles up on the site would work or if it would mess with the fit too much?
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I haven't found a better pairing than Dunks and the Footprint Kingfoam Custom orthotic insoles.
I skate 5-6 days a week, great support and love the kingfoam material for not being sore after.
I also highly recommend learning some arch strengthening exercises as that will alleviate some foot pain.
I have some tiagos up next, they feel pretty nice on foot but haven't skated them yet.
I am constantly trying on shoes at the shop, pulling insoles out to see what fits my fp ones the best.
All the Adidas shoes I've tried have so much heel lift I can't do it.
I tried the AVE pro and the mesh blew out first session from an awkward foot drag on a missed flip trick.
Good info on the specific combo: I appreciate that.
I’ve got some dunks, been almost feeling like selling cuz I’m uncool looking and could use the $$, but it seems sooooo wrong to not skate them. Waiting for the Ishod’s.
As I’ve relentlessly gone on about, I love the 1010s.
I really enjoyed the ave pros, had a few pairs, and they lasted and lasted for me. But. More than a few folks have told me theirs lasted not at all: same culprit, mesh on toe box.
Adidas shoes fit sorta off for me, but the Tyshawn’s were great, great arch. Maybe a little narrow in the toe box. Will try on the lows.
Maybe it’s time to buy more Jordan aj1s?
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The Nike Bruin Reacts have a different insole than any of the other SB's as far as I know, and it's a gamechanger. Had some issues with plantar fasciitis last year after taking up running in my late 30s, and these are the only shoes I skate now.
Based off your post I nabbed these:
(https://z3q9z4b3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Nike-SB-Bruin-React-Shoes-Photon-Dust-Canyon-Rust-1.jpg)
I've not touched Nike since the Prod 6/Brock mid (from waaay back) but should have as they always fit well...but Nike..
These bruin reacts have the same style insole as my Nike Metcon Sports.
The fit is great, just wearing them around the house for about 10 hours and they are already breaking in nicely. Here's hoping they skate well!
@Xen please let us know how those Bruins end up skating.
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I’m quite a bit older than you.
My feet were killing me when I got back in to skating. I went through a bunch of shoes I tried DC pure they don’t have enough padding in the heel for me. I ended up on the DVS Enduro Heir.
That style of shoe is definitely not popular now compared to the thinner shoes that everyone is wearing today. At the end of the day if you’re old it’s all about being limber. If you are not flexible in your calves and ankles your feet are going to be killing you and you will have plantar fasciitis that will not go away until you get mobility in those joints. Make stretching part of your routine.
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Any of our shoes that have the pour-in G6 midsole are really comfortable as well as pretty protective. Haven't skated them myself but a lot of people tend to like the Figgy Dose as well when it comes to another cupsole. The Gamma has the Formula G sole as the Figgy Dose but will have the Julian colorway with the pour-in G6 dropping at the end of the year.
You think it would be wise to try and put some of those replacement G6 insoles into a Emerica cup? I have the spankys but was wondering if those G6 replacement insoles up on the site would work or if it would mess with the fit too much?
The Spanky insoles are extremely thin. G6 insoles are pretty substantial. I don’t think that would work.
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This may not work for you, but I have NB 440’s with green superfeet in them. My feet are much, much happier now.
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Any of our shoes that have the pour-in G6 midsole are really comfortable as well as pretty protective. Haven't skated them myself but a lot of people tend to like the Figgy Dose as well when it comes to another cupsole. The Gamma has the Formula G sole as the Figgy Dose but will have the Julian colorway with the pour-in G6 dropping at the end of the year.
You think it would be wise to try and put some of those replacement G6 insoles into a Emerica cup? I have the spankys but was wondering if those G6 replacement insoles up on the site would work or if it would mess with the fit too much?
Yeah but the Reynolds G6 use to come with a G6 insole in addition to the pour in G6 midsole. I might pull the trigger on them just to experiment and see how they work out.
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Any of our shoes that have the pour-in G6 midsole are really comfortable as well as pretty protective. Haven't skated them myself but a lot of people tend to like the Figgy Dose as well when it comes to another cupsole. The Gamma has the Formula G sole as the Figgy Dose but will have the Julian colorway with the pour-in G6 dropping at the end of the year.
You think it would be wise to try and put some of those replacement G6 insoles into a Emerica cup? I have the spankys but was wondering if those G6 replacement insoles up on the site would work or if it would mess with the fit too much?
Yeah but the Reynolds G6 use to come with a G6 insole in addition to the pour in G6 midsole. I might pull the trigger on them just to experiment and see how they work out.
Reynolds G6 Cupsole comes with an insole that might aswell have been cut out from a sheet of newspaper. Maybe you are thinking of the vulc version.
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Any of our shoes that have the pour-in G6 midsole are really comfortable as well as pretty protective. Haven't skated them myself but a lot of people tend to like the Figgy Dose as well when it comes to another cupsole. The Gamma has the Formula G sole as the Figgy Dose but will have the Julian colorway with the pour-in G6 dropping at the end of the year.
You think it would be wise to try and put some of those replacement G6 insoles into a Emerica cup? I have the spankys but was wondering if those G6 replacement insoles up on the site would work or if it would mess with the fit too much?
Yeah but the Reynolds G6 use to come with a G6 insole in addition to the pour in G6 midsole. I might pull the trigger on them just to experiment and see how they work out.
Reynolds G6 Cupsole comes with an insole that might aswell have been cut out from a sheet of newspaper. Maybe you are thinking of the vulc version.
In this tactics vid going over them @ the 2:45 mark the insole says G6 on it. Now they could just be samples for all I know and I honestly can't remember what my Reynolds had in them but I felt more cushioned than what's in my spankys currently.
Video for reference, 2:45 for a clear shot at the insole for anyone interested.
https://youtu.be/J4ZBAcussgQ
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Softer wheels
After I quit smoking I lost foot pain
Take a lil time off and chill with some soft wheels
If your feet hurt when you aren’t skating you probably shouldn’t skate. And if you do you should expect your feet to hurt.
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Any of our shoes that have the pour-in G6 midsole are really comfortable as well as pretty protective. Haven't skated them myself but a lot of people tend to like the Figgy Dose as well when it comes to another cupsole. The Gamma has the Formula G sole as the Figgy Dose but will have the Julian colorway with the pour-in G6 dropping at the end of the year.
You think it would be wise to try and put some of those replacement G6 insoles into a Emerica cup? I have the spankys but was wondering if those G6 replacement insoles up on the site would work or if it would mess with the fit too much?
Yeah but the Reynolds G6 use to come with a G6 insole in addition to the pour in G6 midsole. I might pull the trigger on them just to experiment and see how they work out.
Reynolds G6 Cupsole comes with an insole that might aswell have been cut out from a sheet of newspaper. Maybe you are thinking of the vulc version.
In this tactics vid going over them @ the 2:45 mark the insole says G6 on it. Now they could just be samples for all I know and I honestly can't remember what my Reynolds had in them but I felt more cushioned than what's in my spankys currently.
Video for reference, 2:45 for a clear shot at the insole for anyone interested.
https://youtu.be/J4ZBAcussgQ
Damn we need someone to chime in here because my pair definitely didn't have that thicker insole. They weren't insoles from another shoe either because they had the Reynolds detail printed on them.
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Take a lil time off and chill with some soft wheels
If your feet hurt when you aren’t skating you probably shouldn’t skate. And if you do you should expect your feet to hurt.
(https://i.ibb.co/hXK6tzX/IMG-0539.jpg) (https://ibb.co/hXK6tzX)
Funny you mention it, but this setup makes me feel 20 years younger. 55mm OJ Super Juice with some of those Real 3-ply wooden risers on my Dane 1 might be one of the funnest boards I've set up in a long time. Very impressed with the OJs. They even slide a bit, which is stunning to me.
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Any of our shoes that have the pour-in G6 midsole are really comfortable as well as pretty protective. Haven't skated them myself but a lot of people tend to like the Figgy Dose as well when it comes to another cupsole. The Gamma has the Formula G sole as the Figgy Dose but will have the Julian colorway with the pour-in G6 dropping at the end of the year.
You think it would be wise to try and put some of those replacement G6 insoles into a Emerica cup? I have the spankys but was wondering if those G6 replacement insoles up on the site would work or if it would mess with the fit too much?
Yeah but the Reynolds G6 use to come with a G6 insole in addition to the pour in G6 midsole. I might pull the trigger on them just to experiment and see how they work out.
Reynolds G6 Cupsole comes with an insole that might aswell have been cut out from a sheet of newspaper. Maybe you are thinking of the vulc version.
In this tactics vid going over them @ the 2:45 mark the insole says G6 on it. Now they could just be samples for all I know and I honestly can't remember what my Reynolds had in them but I felt more cushioned than what's in my spankys currently.
Video for reference, 2:45 for a clear shot at the insole for anyone interested.
https://youtu.be/J4ZBAcussgQ
Damn we need someone to chime in here because my pair definitely didn't have that thicker insole. They weren't insoles from another shoe either because they had the Reynolds detail printed on them.
I've got the Reynolds G6 cup in 3 colorways and they all have a standard, slim insoles. Maybe other colorways had the g6 insoles but I'm pretty sure that the cushion is from the midsole. @EmericaTM want to chime in on this?
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Any of our shoes that have the pour-in G6 midsole are really comfortable as well as pretty protective. Haven't skated them myself but a lot of people tend to like the Figgy Dose as well when it comes to another cupsole. The Gamma has the Formula G sole as the Figgy Dose but will have the Julian colorway with the pour-in G6 dropping at the end of the year.
You think it would be wise to try and put some of those replacement G6 insoles into a Emerica cup? I have the spankys but was wondering if those G6 replacement insoles up on the site would work or if it would mess with the fit too much?
Yeah but the Reynolds G6 use to come with a G6 insole in addition to the pour in G6 midsole. I might pull the trigger on them just to experiment and see how they work out.
Reynolds G6 Cupsole comes with an insole that might aswell have been cut out from a sheet of newspaper. Maybe you are thinking of the vulc version.
In this tactics vid going over them @ the 2:45 mark the insole says G6 on it. Now they could just be samples for all I know and I honestly can't remember what my Reynolds had in them but I felt more cushioned than what's in my spankys currently.
Video for reference, 2:45 for a clear shot at the insole for anyone interested.
https://youtu.be/J4ZBAcussgQ
Damn we need someone to chime in here because my pair definitely didn't have that thicker insole. They weren't insoles from another shoe either because they had the Reynolds detail printed on them.
I've got the Reynolds G6 cup in 3 colorways and they all have a standard, slim insoles. Maybe other colorways had the g6 insoles but I'm pretty sure that the cushion is from the midsole. @EmericaTM want to chime in on this?
He doesn’t skate em….
The old Reynolds mid was too good. I Should have gotten more.
The Dickson looks real decent.
Feels odd to like emerica’s catalog, but there is several I’d like to try. If the local gets em
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Any of our shoes that have the pour-in G6 midsole are really comfortable as well as pretty protective. Haven't skated them myself but a lot of people tend to like the Figgy Dose as well when it comes to another cupsole. The Gamma has the Formula G sole as the Figgy Dose but will have the Julian colorway with the pour-in G6 dropping at the end of the year.
You think it would be wise to try and put some of those replacement G6 insoles into a Emerica cup? I have the spankys but was wondering if those G6 replacement insoles up on the site would work or if it would mess with the fit too much?
Yeah but the Reynolds G6 use to come with a G6 insole in addition to the pour in G6 midsole. I might pull the trigger on them just to experiment and see how they work out.
Reynolds G6 Cupsole comes with an insole that might aswell have been cut out from a sheet of newspaper. Maybe you are thinking of the vulc version.
In this tactics vid going over them @ the 2:45 mark the insole says G6 on it. Now they could just be samples for all I know and I honestly can't remember what my Reynolds had in them but I felt more cushioned than what's in my spankys currently.
Video for reference, 2:45 for a clear shot at the insole for anyone interested.
https://youtu.be/J4ZBAcussgQ
Damn we need someone to chime in here because my pair definitely didn't have that thicker insole. They weren't insoles from another shoe either because they had the Reynolds detail printed on them.
I've got the Reynolds G6 cup in 3 colorways and they all have a standard, slim insoles. Maybe other colorways had the g6 insoles but I'm pretty sure that the cushion is from the midsole. @EmericaTM want to chime in on this?
He doesn’t skate em….
The old Reynolds mid was too good. I Should have gotten more.
The Dickson looks real decent.
Feels odd to like emerica’s catalog, but there is several I’d like to try. If the local gets em
I've been eyeing the Pillar bit it looks narrow as fuck
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Any of our shoes that have the pour-in G6 midsole are really comfortable as well as pretty protective. Haven't skated them myself but a lot of people tend to like the Figgy Dose as well when it comes to another cupsole. The Gamma has the Formula G sole as the Figgy Dose but will have the Julian colorway with the pour-in G6 dropping at the end of the year.
You think it would be wise to try and put some of those replacement G6 insoles into a Emerica cup? I have the spankys but was wondering if those G6 replacement insoles up on the site would work or if it would mess with the fit too much?
Yeah but the Reynolds G6 use to come with a G6 insole in addition to the pour in G6 midsole. I might pull the trigger on them just to experiment and see how they work out.
Reynolds G6 Cupsole comes with an insole that might aswell have been cut out from a sheet of newspaper. Maybe you are thinking of the vulc version.
In this tactics vid going over them @ the 2:45 mark the insole says G6 on it. Now they could just be samples for all I know and I honestly can't remember what my Reynolds had in them but I felt more cushioned than what's in my spankys currently.
Video for reference, 2:45 for a clear shot at the insole for anyone interested.
https://youtu.be/J4ZBAcussgQ
Damn we need someone to chime in here because my pair definitely didn't have that thicker insole. They weren't insoles from another shoe either because they had the Reynolds detail printed on them.
I've got the Reynolds G6 cup in 3 colorways and they all have a standard, slim insoles. Maybe other colorways had the g6 insoles but I'm pretty sure that the cushion is from the midsole. @EmericaTM want to chime in on this?
Hey thanks for clearing this up. And it was maybe just Reynolds himself who got the G6 insoles for himself?
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The Nike Bruin Reacts have a different insole than any of the other SB's as far as I know, and it's a gamechanger. Had some issues with plantar fasciitis last year after taking up running in my late 30s, and these are the only shoes I skate now.
Based off your post I nabbed these:
(https://z3q9z4b3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Nike-SB-Bruin-React-Shoes-Photon-Dust-Canyon-Rust-1.jpg)
I've not touched Nike since the Prod 6/Brock mid (from waaay back) but should have as they always fit well...but Nike..
These bruin reacts have the same style insole as my Nike Metcon Sports.
The fit is great, just wearing them around the house for about 10 hours and they are already breaking in nicely. Here's hoping they skate well!
@Xen please let us know how those Bruins end up skating.
@funeral_tuxedo
4 hours in and they feel great, nothing special with regards to the forefoot/footbed, good board feel, fit is great (I always have issues with the width of my feet. Heel is excellent, cups you like you're the little spoon, very stable. Zero break in other than the 10 hours of indoor use (only when walking, I treated them like slippers :P).
I should note that I skate 3-4 times a week (if not more) 2hrs or so at a time - walk about 4 miles everyday/every other day barefoot on the beach (in soft sand to strengthen my arches and ankles, usually post workout); hike 1-2 times a week or so (Nike Hikers - no skating on that day or day after because knees) and work out every day (Reebok Nano X or IX depending on the workout) with about 30-40 minutes of slow cardio at the end (stairs, incline treadmill, elliptical, rowing, 10min each) or I'll got hit the beach for a walk; I'm not biking as much this summer so far but will be soon to help out the old knees...Needless to say, my feet and knees take a beating daily.
I rest when the knees, ankles or arches tell me too.
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I believe someone already said the DC Legacy Slim. Pound for pound one of my favorites. Great grip and cushion. And any pour in G6 Emerica. Love those.
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Take a lil time off and chill with some soft wheels
If your feet hurt when you aren’t skating you probably shouldn’t skate. And if you do you should expect your feet to hurt.
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Funny you mention it, but this setup makes me feel 20 years younger. 55mm OJ Super Juice with some of those Real 3-ply wooden risers on my Dane 1 might be one of the funnest boards I've set up in a long time. Very impressed with the OJs. They even slide a bit, which is stunning to me.
You ever just try Vans?
I’ve had orthotics and cups soles and tried all this shit that’s being talked about in here and it’s total bullshit. Vans pros/skate basically turn into orthotics after a couple sessions. Tried it all, then remembered when my feet didn’t hurt and got a pair of Chima 1s just like back in ‘13 and it fixed the problem.
Do you stand a lot? You might stand weird or kinda jam your feet when you stand.
Probably have a weak interior ankle that inflects a bit. That could be fixed by literally just standing on one leg and flexing it a few times a day.
Dr Grip says rest your feet as much as possible for 2 weeks taking 400mg ibuprofen before bed. Then look up some physical therapy to strengthen ankles and feet, and start doing 10-30min a day for 2months. Get a pair of Vans skate (skate them right out of the box and only use them for skating) only skate soft wheels. After 2 months of physical therapy and pain permitting.You are allowed 3 sessions a month on hard wheels at a skatepark with smooth ground. No flip tricks for 6 months. Eat a banana before you skate, cut down on coffee. At least One kale salad a week and fish once a week, drink water.
watch meditation videos on YouTube to relieve foot pain.
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The Nike Bruin Reacts have a different insole than any of the other SB's as far as I know, and it's a gamechanger. Had some issues with plantar fasciitis last year after taking up running in my late 30s, and these are the only shoes I skate now.
Based off your post I nabbed these:
(https://z3q9z4b3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Nike-SB-Bruin-React-Shoes-Photon-Dust-Canyon-Rust-1.jpg)
I've not touched Nike since the Prod 6/Brock mid (from waaay back) but should have as they always fit well...but Nike..
These bruin reacts have the same style insole as my Nike Metcon Sports.
The fit is great, just wearing them around the house for about 10 hours and they are already breaking in nicely. Here's hoping they skate well!
@Xen please let us know how those Bruins end up skating.
@funeral_tuxedo
4 hours in and they feel great, nothing special with regards to the forefoot/footbed, good board feel, fit is great (I always have issues with the width of my feet. Heel is excellent, cups you like you're the little spoon, very stable. Zero break in other than the 10 hours of indoor use (only when walking, I treated them like slippers :P).
I should note that I skate 3-4 times a week (if not more) 2hrs or so at a time - walk about 4 miles everyday/every other day barefoot on the beach (in soft sand to strengthen my arches and ankles, usually post workout); hike 1-2 times a week or so (Nike Hikers - no skating on that day or day after because knees) and work out every day (Reebok Nano X or IX depending on the workout) with about 30-40 minutes of slow cardio at the end (stairs, incline treadmill, elliptical, rowing, 10min each) or I'll got hit the beach for a walk; I'm not biking as much this summer so far but will be soon to help out the old knees...Needless to say, my feet and knees take a beating daily.
I rest when the knees, ankles or arches tell me too.
That's such a strong health regimen you've got going on @Xen . If I get this job I'm applying for I think I'll either grab a pair of those React Bruins or some Adidas Tyshawn's on sale. Would you mind at some point seeing how those React insoles fit into other Nikes, etc...?
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I haven't found a better pairing than Dunks and the Footprint Kingfoam Custom orthotic insoles.
I skate 5-6 days a week, great support and love the kingfoam material for not being sore after.
I also highly recommend learning some arch strengthening exercises as that will alleviate some foot pain.
I have some tiagos up next, they feel pretty nice on foot but haven't skated them yet.
I am constantly trying on shoes at the shop, pulling insoles out to see what fits my fp ones the best.
All the Adidas shoes I've tried have so much heel lift I can't do it.
I tried the AVE pro and the mesh blew out first session from an awkward foot drag on a missed flip trick.
Finding dunks at a reasonable price is the issue or way more people would be skating them.
Cons needs to get the fastbreak back in action.
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The Nike Bruin Reacts have a different insole than any of the other SB's as far as I know, and it's a gamechanger. Had some issues with plantar fasciitis last year after taking up running in my late 30s, and these are the only shoes I skate now.
Based off your post I nabbed these:
(https://z3q9z4b3.stackpathcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Nike-SB-Bruin-React-Shoes-Photon-Dust-Canyon-Rust-1.jpg)
I've not touched Nike since the Prod 6/Brock mid (from waaay back) but should have as they always fit well...but Nike..
These bruin reacts have the same style insole as my Nike Metcon Sports.
The fit is great, just wearing them around the house for about 10 hours and they are already breaking in nicely. Here's hoping they skate well!
@Xen please let us know how those Bruins end up skating.
@funeral_tuxedo
4 hours in and they feel great, nothing special with regards to the forefoot/footbed, good board feel, fit is great (I always have issues with the width of my feet. Heel is excellent, cups you like you're the little spoon, very stable. Zero break in other than the 10 hours of indoor use (only when walking, I treated them like slippers :P).
I should note that I skate 3-4 times a week (if not more) 2hrs or so at a time - walk about 4 miles everyday/every other day barefoot on the beach (in soft sand to strengthen my arches and ankles, usually post workout); hike 1-2 times a week or so (Nike Hikers - no skating on that day or day after because knees) and work out every day (Reebok Nano X or IX depending on the workout) with about 30-40 minutes of slow cardio at the end (stairs, incline treadmill, elliptical, rowing, 10min each) or I'll got hit the beach for a walk; I'm not biking as much this summer so far but will be soon to help out the old knees...Needless to say, my feet and knees take a beating daily.
I rest when the knees, ankles or arches tell me too.
That's such a strong health regimen you've got going on @Xen . If I get this job I'm applying for I think I'll either grab a pair of those React Bruins or some Adidas Tyshawn's on sale. Would you mind at some point seeing how those React insoles fit into other Nikes, etc...?
The react insole wouldn’t work well in other shoes, unless they support thick ass heels, like that one sucui model and or the vans with popcush. I tried other insoles for fit and my foot swims in the reacts without it’s insole; the heel on the react insole is really thick,
I tried it in the puig adidas premier and I’d literally walk out of the shoe it raises the heel bed so far up. It works ok in the vans Rowans as the popcush is similar
Another session this morning, zero complaints and had no issues; skated as normal! Really liking the shoe.
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I haven't found a better pairing than Dunks and the Footprint Kingfoam Custom orthotic insoles.
I skate 5-6 days a week, great support and love the kingfoam material for not being sore after.
I also highly recommend learning some arch strengthening exercises as that will alleviate some foot pain.
I have some tiagos up next, they feel pretty nice on foot but haven't skated them yet.
I am constantly trying on shoes at the shop, pulling insoles out to see what fits my fp ones the best.
All the Adidas shoes I've tried have so much heel lift I can't do it.
I tried the AVE pro and the mesh blew out first session from an awkward foot drag on a missed flip trick.
Finding dunks at a reasonable price is the issue or way more people would be skating them.
Cons needs to get the fastbreak back in action.
I rolled some seriously shitty dice in the foot issue department and I feel like I keep hearing inklings about converse. I cannot wear the non-cons converse, they are way too narrow and wearing them when I was younger was the reason I have bunion issues now. Are the cons line equally as narrow or are there any that would be a good supportive shoe I have been inappropriately ruling out?
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What about fake dunks/jordans?
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What about fake dunks/jordans?
Yeah I’m down.
Not savvy enough to navigate the webs on that one tho
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Any of our shoes that have the pour-in G6 midsole are really comfortable as well as pretty protective. Haven't skated them myself but a lot of people tend to like the Figgy Dose as well when it comes to another cupsole. The Gamma has the Formula G sole as the Figgy Dose but will have the Julian colorway with the pour-in G6 dropping at the end of the year.
You think it would be wise to try and put some of those replacement G6 insoles into a Emerica cup? I have the spankys but was wondering if those G6 replacement insoles up on the site would work or if it would mess with the fit too much?
Some of the riders add insoles into the Spanky's and wino slip cup so it's totally possible. Give it a try and see how you like it.
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Any of our shoes that have the pour-in G6 midsole are really comfortable as well as pretty protective. Haven't skated them myself but a lot of people tend to like the Figgy Dose as well when it comes to another cupsole. The Gamma has the Formula G sole as the Figgy Dose but will have the Julian colorway with the pour-in G6 dropping at the end of the year.
You think it would be wise to try and put some of those replacement G6 insoles into a Emerica cup? I have the spankys but was wondering if those G6 replacement insoles up on the site would work or if it would mess with the fit too much?
The G6 insoles arrived today and fit like a glove in both the spanky and slip cup. Really brings both those shoes to the next level of comfort.
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What about fake dunks/jordans?
Yeah I’m down.
Not savvy enough to navigate the webs on that one tho
https://www.wish.com/search/dunks
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That J1 colorway tho ;)