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Skateboarding => Shoes & Gear => Topic started by: timemachine on July 06, 2023, 12:38:00 PM
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Figured since the release is tomorrow we might as well make one of these-
it looks like from Premier's instagram that the first shoes releasing will be the Japan Pro, Aaron Pro, Gel-Flexkee, and Gel-Vickka. https://www.instagram.com/p/CuXWrjguCt_/ (https://www.instagram.com/p/CuXWrjguCt_/)
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we?
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I honestly think we should stop with all these separate shoe threads. It's not like the Asics discussion on the new shoes thread was getting out of hand like the Emerica one was. Plus, Asics doesn't release shoes at a rate that would require it's own discussion just yet.
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No! Keep it in the main shoe thread
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ok it’s really time to stop with all these containment threads
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NO MORE CONTAINMENT THREADS! Please nuke the eS and Emerica one too! I still want to see those stinkers I just don't want people to debate about them for 5 pages!
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I guess just focus thread then mods haha
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NO MORE CONTAINMENT THREADS! Please nuke the eS and Emerica one too! I still want to see those stinkers I just don't want people to debate about them for 5 pages!
emerica one is somewhat fine, because like the NB one, emerica TM is in there. eS one can Defs go though…
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NO MORE CONTAINMENT THREADS! Please nuke the eS and Emerica one too! I still want to see those stinkers I just don't want people to debate about them for 5 pages!
I know I’m gonna get kooked to hell for this, but there’s this whole vibe with eS and emerica designs that I fucking hate
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since the thread is still here i might ask some regarding asics at least:
Any word on them when the will be available in europe or who they got for distributing them around here?
might as well take some time till they got that set up though i think
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since the thread is still here i might ask some regarding asics at least:
Any word on them when the will be available in europe or who they got for distributing them around here?
might as well take some time till they got that set up though i think
On an old post that has now been deleted off their IG, they said worldwide they are aiming for some time in 2024
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The Nike containment makes sense, and I'm fine with the Emerica thread for insider EmericaTM info, but otherwise containment threads STINK.
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I am personally glad there is an Asics containment thread, when I saw these came out I came to slap to find a specific place where these can be discussed with others, and that is exactly what this thread is. I suggest that if you don't like a thread, don't open it and read it. Why does it matter that much to you that another thread on top of the heaps of other probably more useless threads exist?
With that said, I'm looking forward to trying these. I've wanted a shoe for a while that has thread holes that run diagonally away from the kickflip area, so it's cool that a shoe like that is getting a large scale release, even though the Gel Flexkee looks weird as hell. I also want to try the Clearweather shoe that has the same thing going on with the laces except for that it's basically an Era ripoff. Those also look weird but would probably skate well
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If their skate shoes are as good as their running shoes, I'll be stoked. I've been using them for years and they're the best for my feet personally. I'll definitely grab a pair when they're available in Canada, but it'll be hard to beat NB 440s and 508s for me, but I'll give them a go for sure. Hope my local shop carries them though, otherwise it might just be one pair and then back to NB...
With their first skate video being called TOTAL ACTUAL COMFORT, they better be comfy. Just sayin'
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8EKtCKbm-L4&ab_channel=ThrasherMagazine
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its giving filament
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We need a containment thread for shoe company containment threads
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If their skate shoes are as good as their running shoes, I'll be stoked. I've been using them for years and they're the best for my feet personally. I'll definitely grab a pair when they're available in Canada, but it'll be hard to beat NB 440s and 508s for me, but I'll give them a go for sure. Hope my local shop carries them though, otherwise it might just be one pair and then back to NB...
With their first skate video being called TOTAL ACTUAL COMFORT, they better be comfy. Just sayin'
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8EKtCKbm-L4&ab_channel=ThrasherMagazine
I'll always be there for you...even if you stray a bit ;)
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So are these out or what? Google is only giving me a Premier link with no product for sale.
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I bought a pair today, the cream ones. They fit decently wide and maybe a tad large, but have good heel protection. They feel like a slightly thicker 440, which is great.
The black/white ones felt narrower in the toe and thinner up front sorta like a toned down Busenitz.
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NO MORE CONTAINMENT THREADS! Please nuke the eS and Emerica one too! I still want to see those stinkers I just don't want people to debate about them for 5 pages!
I know I’m gonna get kooked to hell for this, but there’s this whole vibe with eS and emerica designs that I fucking hate
Take it to the upcoming shoes or shoes you're currently wearing thread.
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I’ll chime in on the aaron pros. They’re wide enough, specifically in the midfoot. My feet bulge out like an eggplant, and they’re snug but it feels like these will stretch out just fine especially because they’re vulcs. Generally i can tell right away if shoes are gonna work for me, and these feel fine- slight discomfort but no pain
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So are these out or what? Google is only giving me a Premier link with no product for sale.
July 7 in-store only
But remaining inventory will be available on Monday, July 10th at 10:00am ET.
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Online here
https://blacksheepskateshop.com/collections/asics-skateboarding
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they just put em up on the nj skate shop site too
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Shiiit... I was going to cop the Flexkee and the Japan pro... Not for those prices. I'll wait a bit.
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https://www.instagram.com/reel/CuhkX1cANjH/?igshid=YzcxN2Q2NzY0OA%3D%3D
dime x asics official IG teaser/preview
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Just noticed they have 4 pickle ball shoes…..may be a better investment for them….
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Ironic that most everyone is hating on the GEL-FLEXKEE PRO but it's the one that's selling the best. At least at my local. Plus almost sold out at 510 & Atlas too. I like to see it.
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Ironic that most everyone is hating on the GEL-FLEXKEE PRO but it's the one that's selling the best. At least at my local. Plus almost sold out at 510 & Atlas too. I like to see it.
i think that shoe is nice. i’m another thread someone called it an ‘e-cue’, i liked that shoe too. i’d for sure get some.
also, to those speaking on the price….shit is more expensive now, fucking etnies cost $100+, and yes, you can probably go daddy boardworks some lynx zeros for $6 using stackable coupon codes, but milk, screws, gas, housing, all costs significantly more.
tbc, i’m not a fan of high prices. l appreciate items being made in the least harmful ways, and would pay more for less (this isn’t connected to asics, i don’t know what they do). rambling here but the prices don’t seem high to me.
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Ironic that most everyone is hating on the GEL-FLEXKEE PRO but it's the one that's selling the best. At least at my local. Plus almost sold out at 510 & Atlas too. I like to see it.
almost selling out could also mean they ordered less of that model. i don't work at those shops so i don't know, but that would be my first assumption on a shoe like that, specifically because of its unique design
if it is indeed their best seller, then we will be seeing more shoes like it
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Ironic that most everyone is hating on the GEL-FLEXKEE PRO but it's the one that's selling the best. At least at my local. Plus almost sold out at 510 & Atlas too. I like to see it.
almost selling out could also mean they ordered less of that model. i don't work at those shops so i don't know, but that would be my first assumption on a shoe like that, specifically because of its unique design
if it is indeed their best seller, then we will be seeing more shoes like it
You know, you're probably right. That would make sense. Smaller run of a shoe like that.
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Ironic that most everyone is hating on the GEL-FLEXKEE PRO but it's the one that's selling the best. At least at my local. Plus almost sold out at 510 & Atlas too. I like to see it.
almost selling out could also mean they ordered less of that model. i don't work at those shops so i don't know, but that would be my first assumption on a shoe like that, specifically because of its unique design
if it is indeed their best seller, then we will be seeing more shoes like it
You know, you're probably right. That would make sense. Smaller run of a shoe like that.
definitely don't want to downplay the the fact that they are selling well. lower order count or not, still very impressive
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Ironic that most everyone is hating on the GEL-FLEXKEE PRO but it's the one that's selling the best. At least at my local. Plus almost sold out at 510 & Atlas too. I like to see it.
almost selling out could also mean they ordered less of that model. i don't work at those shops so i don't know, but that would be my first assumption on a shoe like that, specifically because of its unique design
if it is indeed their best seller, then we will be seeing more shoes like it
You know, you're probably right. That would make sense. Smaller run of a shoe like that.
definitely don't want to downplay the the fact that they are selling well. lower order count or not, still very impressive
Talking to people in store at Atlas and such, it seems a lot of people intrigued to buy the shoes. It is a very well built pair of shoes IMO and functionally it hits a lot of the things I kind of need in a skate shoe (lace protection, comfort, good protection/padding). My homies that came along with me were shitting on the shoe before hand, but in person they were tempted to buy it until they saw the price tag. If they reduced the price by $30-$40, I'm sure a lot more people would buy it
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the experts weigh in
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6aWV3i4vrI
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the experts weigh in
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6aWV3i4vrI
ok ok ... 22 minutes? holy smokes. wow I skimmed the first 8
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I went to my local outlet yesterday to find the Japan S (non skating one) in a black/black leather colorway for a whooping 38 euros. I didnt buy them but at that price I would probably get the skate ones just to try them out. As a fan of Asics running/lifestyle models I have to say their skate shoes dont do much for me look wise...
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Ironic that most everyone is hating on the GEL-FLEXKEE PRO but it's the one that's selling the best. At least at my local. Plus almost sold out at 510 & Atlas too. I like to see it.
almost selling out could also mean they ordered less of that model. i don't work at those shops so i don't know, but that would be my first assumption on a shoe like that, specifically because of its unique design
if it is indeed their best seller, then we will be seeing more shoes like it
You know, you're probably right. That would make sense. Smaller run of a shoe like that.
I'd consider getting the flexy bois because of how unique-looking they are. I don't necessarily like them, and I'd probably have a hard time looking down at them, but there's some intrigue.
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I happened into the store the other day, and lo and behold, the new ASICS were there.
The flexees look crazy but I tried them on. Asked for size 11 b/c that’s what I wear in sb dunk lows. Needed a 10.5 I’d say. They didn’t have it, but I’m pretty sure I would have bought it. Felt like a really good skate shoe. I’m intrigued.
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(https://i.imgur.com/8VxU9V5.jpg)
Asics Japan Pro
I went TTS and they feel pretty good. I think I could maybe go 0.5 down for a more snug fit, but I swapped the insole (which is glued down btw) with superfeet which resulted in much better secure fit
overall, very pleased with this purchase 8)
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Asics Japan Pro
overall, very pleased with this purchase 8)
How thick is the midsole under the front of your foot? I'm definitely interested in these but too many shoes are so thin padding wise under the balls of the feet and to me that makes the shoe feel like shit
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I have the same ones. The midsole is not that thick with the stock insole. I'd say a bit more than a 440, about on par with a Jordan 1, but it is flexier than the Jordan. Feels like a happy medium. I will be removing my insoles today to put my Superfeet in as well.
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I prefer chunkier stuff like the 808s so probably be a little thin for me. Probably gonna grab a pair as chillers since they look so good.
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I'll be jumping some sets in my Japan pro's soon so i will report on the impact support soon. So far these are feeling great and possibly a good replacement to all the Emerica G6 models i liked.
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Asics Japan Pro
overall, very pleased with this purchase 8)
How’s the heel lock? I’ve found I can only skate mids and highs lately but I love the look of these.
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I also picked up the Japan and I love it. It skates amazing. I can corroborate that it does run a taaadd big. Definitely not big enough to size down half a size. Sole feels like a much more flexible dunk. I also had to remove the glued in insole and replace with the blazer insole. Doing that also helped make up for the bit of extra space in the toe.
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I've gotta say the Japan performance is good, but in 3 sessions I'm left with really sore ankles and hotspots on my big toes. I even replaced the insole with the Superfeet I run in my 440. These leave me just as sore as running Half Cab skates and I skate in those better. So if they don't turn around I'll be bummed.
To me they skate a lot like a thinner Jordan 1 with better grip and more flex. They fit my feet really well but for me as a 37 year old getting sore 2.5hrs into a slappy/flat session and ending it because of soreness sucks.
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shoes look like ass and are overpriced
i only like how the off white one looks bc it hides its garbage ass logo. way worse than the cariuma logo fasho
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Asics Japan Pro
overall, very pleased with this purchase 8)
what pants are those g?
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shoes look like ass and are overpriced
i only like how the off white one looks bc it hides its garbage ass logo. way worse than the cariuma logo fasho
Nothing is worse than Cariuma
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shoes look like ass and are overpriced
i only like how the off white one looks bc it hides its garbage ass logo. way worse than the cariuma logo fasho
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got a pair of the Gel Vikkas today, and they feel awesome just walking around. got a 10 and they fit pretty snug; maybe could have gone with the 10 1/2. Probably won't skate them for a while, but the comfort, quality and looks are there.
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got a pair of the Gel Vikkas today, and they feel awesome just walking around. got a 10 and they fit pretty snug; maybe could have gone with the 10 1/2. Probably won't skate them for a while, but the comfort, quality and looks are there.
Damn I knew it.. are they short in length or width?
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they feel a little narrow. i have about a thumb of space in the toe, but really snug side to side. felt like it might be too much space in the toe to go up a half size, but might have been fine.
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I copped the Vicka Pro. Can’t find the video but someone describes skating them as a thicker soled 440. I’ve had a couple of 440’s that I enjoyed, although the laces tore instantly on them
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Skated the shoes and they’re pretty amazing. It truly feels like a more cushioned 440 with some inspiration from the original Lakai Manchester. Again, highly recommend. It’s wild they’re sold out almost everywhere. Trying to find a second pair to keep on ice
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I've got a half dozen sessions on the Japan S and they're pretty good, but not sure if they'll replace my staples.
Pros:
-They look good IMO
-Feel immediately broken in and super comfortable out of the box.
-Sole rubber feels real good very flexible and not annoyingly grippy.
-Really good flick.
-Durability is at least average so far.
-Heel never bottoms out or has any issue with impact protection.
Cons:
-There is heel to toe drop, which for me gave me ankle and knee pain when I replaced the stock insole as the heel ended up too high.
-Stock insole is pretty bad. It's about as good as what came in my Reebok Club C.
-Heel doesn't really have any sort of dedicated impact protection and the midsole is kinda hard. It's a lot like a Busenitz. My heels end up sitting lower in a Tiago which is cushier.
-Heel isn't the most stable.
-Stitching on toe cap popped on day 1, but it's still in place. Some might wanna glue em.
I'm going to keep skating them and might buy again if I like a color but I don't think they'd be my first choice from Asics or in general.
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I've got a half dozen sessions on the Japan S and they're pretty good, but not sure if they'll replace my staples.
Pros:
-They look good IMO
-Feel immediately broken in and super comfortable out of the box.
-Sole rubber feels real good very flexible and not annoyingly grippy.
-Really good flick.
-Durability is at least average so far.
-Heel never bottoms out or has any issue with impact protection.
Cons:
-There is heel to toe drop, which for me gave me ankle and knee pain when I replaced the stock insole as the heel ended up too high.
-Stock insole is pretty bad. It's about as good as what came in my Reebok Club C.
-Heel doesn't really have any sort of dedicated impact protection and the midsole is kinda hard. It's a lot like a Busenitz. My heels end up sitting lower in a Tiago which is cushier.
-Heel isn't the most stable.
-Stitching on toe cap popped on day 1, but it's still in place. Some might wanna glue em.
I'm going to keep skating them and might buy again if I like a color but I don't think they'd be my first choice from Asics or in general.
Is the stock insole the same thickness as the one you put in? Especially at the heel
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I have a few insoles all are Superfeet. Normally in 440 I use the Run Comfort, which has a structured heel cup. Those gave me really bad ankle pain in the Japan so I switched to the Adapt Run, which is thinner but better foam and a less structured heel cup. Those have been pain free, but there's still heel drop like a Busenitz which I don't like.
There isn't much in the way of rear foot midsole padding. It's a very stiff lattice like structure with a tiny layer of foam over the top. This is why my heel actually sits lower in a Tiago.
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-Stitching on toe cap popped on day 1, but it's still in place. Some might wanna glue em.
Did you happen to notice if the toe is two full layers or only overlapped where the seam is?
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It hasn't pulled up enough to see, but I'm fairly sure it's 2 full layers. They're really well made and the suede is very nice
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I have a few insoles all are Superfeet. Normally in 440 I use the Run Comfort, which has a structured heel cup. Those gave me really bad ankle pain in the Japan so I switched to the Adapt Run, which is thinner but better foam and a less structured heel cup. Those have been pain free, but there's still heel drop like a Busenitz which I don't like.
There isn't much in the way of rear foot midsole padding. It's a very stiff lattice like structure with a tiny layer of foam over the top. This is why my heel actually sits lower in a Tiago.
Ugh thank you for this post the lattice structure and thin foam construction makes a total no buy for me now.
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It's not bad necessarily but there isn't as much actual cushion as you'd expect for the thickness.
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It's not bad necessarily but there isn't as much actual cushion as you'd expect for the thickness.
Have you tried putting tiago insoles in there? I run them in all my shoes. Thin but cushy and not flat
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They're less cushy than what I put in
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Asics Japan Pro
overall, very pleased with this purchase 8)
what pants are those g?
Dickies 874 sized up. I was sitting on a bench when I took this pic btw. They stack nicely on top of the shoes and I don't think I would ever cuff them while wearing the asics
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@notinternetfamous have you skated them yet?
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@notinternetfamous have you skated them yet?
nah I haven't. I have too many shoes to burn through first before the asics touch griptape lol
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They're less cushy than what I put in
Right, i just thought you were looking for something that wasn’t so high at the back.
Reading your comment about the lattice structure under the insole was disappointing. At those prices I expected a little more tech under the hood.
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I get Remind's Medic insole. How does Superfeet compare to that?
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I hated my Remind insoles honestly they were terrible and I still got heel bruises.
Superfeet is great but has a confusing amount of options. For skate shoes I look at the various "Run" insoles like Adapt Run, Run Comfort, and Run Pain Free I think it's called. They have different levels of heel cup structure, thinner foam than Remind but it absorbs impact very well, good arch support, and they brace the rear of the arch.
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Having tried 4 different super feets, I settled on the Flex: https://www.superfeet.com/en-gb/flex
They're what superfeet recommends for 'active' use (I use them for skating and working out).
I like the looks of this line (I'm a fan of the Mexico 66s for years now); but I've soooooo many shoes to burn through.
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The Flex would be a great Pop Cush replacement for Vans.
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The Flex would be a great Pop Cush replacement for Vans.
good to know since I still have crocketts to skate in
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Cool. I might try them. I’ve had to start using Remind for arch support more than impact (I’m not jumping down stuff and skate cupsoles anyway) and the Medics fit my feet pretty much exactly. Even went to a podiatrist and she said those seemed to fit my feet well enough that I could use those over custom insoles, especially since skating in them will wear them out fast so customs will get really expensive. But it looks like Superfeet might be even more affordable so if I can find the right ones with the right arch shape, I might move over. I’ll do some more research when I need a new pair and give them a shot.
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The problem I had with Reminds is the forefoot was too thick and the foam still bottomed out in the rear foot and allowed my ankles to cave in.
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anyone score the DIME asics? they sold out immediately everywhere
waiting to see if that navy green pair is coming, or was just F&F
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anyone score the DIME asics? they sold out immediately everywhere
waiting to see if that navy green pair is coming, or was just F&F
I was lucky enough to score on the dime asics as a local shop had a raffle. from what I saw online, I think the green pair is just F&F
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The Flex would be a great Pop Cush replacement for Vans.
The Flex is sooooo thin compared to the popcush; I've tried it, you swim in Vans that use it.
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Jenkem posted about Joey Marrone on Jacuzzi (and flow ASICS presumably) and you can see some high top models in some of his clips
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CvNl9S1NYIU/?igshid=MmU2YjMzNjRlOQ==
Edit: this post shows them better:
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CrJHcr4rYXd/?igshid=MmU2YjMzNjRlOQ==
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thought the dime being discussed was a limited skate shoe but then remembered the it's poo shoe
Jenkem posted about Joey Marrone on Jacuzzi (and flow ASICS presumably) and you can see some high top models in some of his clips
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CvNl9S1NYIU/?igshid=MmU2YjMzNjRlOQ==
Edit: this post shows them better:
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CrJHcr4rYXd/?igshid=MmU2YjMzNjRlOQ==
nice, had a pair of onitsuka high tops that were a dream. look similar enough to what's in the vid
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Jenkem posted about Joey Marrone on Jacuzzi (and flow ASICS presumably) and you can see some high top models in some of his clips
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CvNl9S1NYIU/?igshid=MmU2YjMzNjRlOQ==
Edit: this post shows them better:
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CrJHcr4rYXd/?igshid=MmU2YjMzNjRlOQ==
Talked to the person working at my local shop about them and they said they should be getting some high-tops soon
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The problem I had with Reminds is the forefoot was too thick and the foam still bottomed out in the rear foot and allowed my ankles to cave in.
Oh weird. Mine have compressed and lost shape pretty even throughout but good to know because if you haven't had that issue with Superfeet, maybe mine would stay even more sold for longer. I'll do some browsing. Thanks all!
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I saw a guy wearing a pair skating Pier 7 last sunday. He did a nice backside 180 fakie manual on the block. But then he tried a switch fs flip like 4 feet in front of my kid's open stroller and I was kind of annoyed because if he'd looped out his board would have blasted her in the face. I never understood the appeal of trying shit in the middle of pedestrian traffic.
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I saw a guy wearing a pair skating Pier 7 last sunday. He did a nice backside 180 fakie manual on the block. But then he tried a switch fs flip like 4 feet in front of my kid's open stroller and I was kind of annoyed because if he'd looped out his board would have blasted her in the face. I never understood the appeal of trying shit in the middle of pedestrian traffic.
But it didn’t happen
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Anyone know if they’re gonna restock the first colors with the new ones? Probably shouldn’t have slept in the black with the white soles.
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bottom left logo looks like shit
Looks like the Reebok logo
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bottom left logo looks like shit
The blue ones look cool!
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Wesrtested did a review.
https://www.weartested.com/asics-gel-vickka-pro/
https://www.instagram.com/p/CwBKwSPs2Ps/?igshid=NjZiM2M3MzIxNA==
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Anyone found these somewhere in Europe yet?
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I saw a guy wearing a pair skating Pier 7 last sunday. He did a nice backside 180 fakie manual on the block. But then he tried a switch fs flip like 4 feet in front of my kid's open stroller and I was kind of annoyed because if he'd looped out his board would have blasted her in the face. I never understood the appeal of trying shit in the middle of pedestrian traffic.
Real talk. We’re you with your wife and had a straw hat or something like that on?! Asking cause a homie just posted this exact clip on his story. Lol
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I saw a guy wearing a pair skating Pier 7 last sunday. He did a nice backside 180 fakie manual on the block. But then he tried a switch fs flip like 4 feet in front of my kid's open stroller and I was kind of annoyed because if he'd looped out his board would have blasted her in the face. I never understood the appeal of trying shit in the middle of pedestrian traffic.
Real talk. We’re you with your wife and had a straw hat or something like that on?! Asking cause a homie just posted this exact clip on his story. Lol
Can we see the clip for reference?
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bottom left logo looks like shit
like i said, looks like shit
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http://instagram.com/stories/chaseduerlinger/3171028356195002087?utm_source=ig_story_item_share&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== (http://instagram.com/stories/chaseduerlinger/3171028356195002087?utm_source=ig_story_item_share&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==)
I dunno if this will work but here’s a link to the pier clip
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Japan has the gel vickka pro slip ons
(https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/shopping?q=tbn:ANd9GcSKB2u5bSqshi1O52GHapgyBT4LX4Nn0pu53L9UIgyAeyWTcMBdPKggQPt9R6vNc4xOW2HSflnCl4gvQBhkZvV22dQKU5yM&usqp=CAY)
(https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/KJQAAOSwfzliPJV0/s-l1600.jpg)
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I saw a guy wearing a pair skating Pier 7 last sunday. He did a nice backside 180 fakie manual on the block. But then he tried a switch fs flip like 4 feet in front of my kid's open stroller and I was kind of annoyed because if he'd looped out his board would have blasted her in the face. I never understood the appeal of trying shit in the middle of pedestrian traffic.
I know the person you're mentioning but especially if you skate/post on SLAP, why wouldn't you try to be conscious of where you are in relation to the people skating that spot?
and then coming on here to mention it in the Asics thread just because he was wearing Asics? lol. interesting thought process
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I saw a guy wearing a pair skating Pier 7 last sunday. He did a nice backside 180 fakie manual on the block. But then he tried a switch fs flip like 4 feet in front of my kid's open stroller and I was kind of annoyed because if he'd looped out his board would have blasted her in the face. I never understood the appeal of trying shit in the middle of pedestrian traffic.
I know the person you're mentioning but especially if you skate/post on SLAP, why wouldn't you try to be conscious of where you are in relation to the people skating that spot?
and then coming on here to mention it in the Asics thread just because he was wearing Asics? lol. interesting thought process
I would love to know the thought process as well. Have a gnar.
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need those blue/white gel vickkas
the gel vickka slip ons look like something footprint would put out
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just realized, is the flexkee not coming out again in drop 2 or is that one just getting restocked with the same color?
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Japan has the gel vickka pro slip ons
(https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/shopping?q=tbn:ANd9GcSKB2u5bSqshi1O52GHapgyBT4LX4Nn0pu53L9UIgyAeyWTcMBdPKggQPt9R6vNc4xOW2HSflnCl4gvQBhkZvV22dQKU5yM&usqp=CAY)
(https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/KJQAAOSwfzliPJV0/s-l1600.jpg)
I would like to try.
I really really want the slotted sole shoe tho
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All the Japanese releases are on eBay for about if you want to splurge.
They have purple flexkee slip ons that are sick.
I ordered the black/white gels from labor! Will have them tomorrow.
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Can anyone help a Pal out and help me find the Black/white Gel Vickka Pro in a size 10? My Google skills are failing me
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Can anyone help a Pal out and help me find the Black/white Gel Vickka Pro in a size 10? My Google skills are failing me
Silo Omaha has them.
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They're sold out in a 10.
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Sorry,
Minus and atlas have a 10.5. I know solo had the 10 because I spent all week debating buying a pair. It’d be insane if they don’t restock a basic colorway
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Doesn't look like Asics is going that route- just a drop and that's it. Thanks for the rec! I went through every shop listed on their IG and found 0 pairs.
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Are non skaters going wacky for them like dunks and vans or you think it's just skaters jumping on them?
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anyone know where they are stocked in Australia? wanna have a look at those blue suede/black ones Gino wears
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The Gel-Vickka is one of the best shoes I’ve skated in a while. Nice slim fit without suffocating my foot like similar shaped models from other brands. Bought that new blue pair today, still hoping the black/navy pair Gino wears makes it’s way to the US at some point…
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Are non skaters going wacky for them like dunks and vans or you think it's just skaters jumping on them?
Unlike dunks, ASICS only sale at like 15 or so skate shops that are listed on their IG. That’s it for the whole US. They don’t even have a shop in my state.
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anyone know where they are stocked in Australia? wanna have a look at those blue suede/black ones Gino wears
not getting them here next year mate :-\
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just realized, is the flexkee not coming out again in drop 2 or is that one just getting restocked with the same color?
i messed up and didn’t get these. any idea on what the sizing is? my baseline reference would be a dunk size, if anyone has an idea on how these fit, in the unlikely event i find some.
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just realized, is the flexkee not coming out again in drop 2 or is that one just getting restocked with the same color?
i messed up and didn’t get these. any idea on what the sizing is? my baseline reference would be a dunk size, if anyone has an idea on how these fit, in the unlikely event i find some.
please and thanks
I would say the flexkee would be the same size you wear in dunks. Otherwise, go down a half size for the other models, they fit closer to Cons sizing.
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I'm a 10 in almost all Nike and NB and wear a 10 in Asics.
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thanks all
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Just ordered a pair of Japan S (non-skate version) to try them out. Really hope to see the Japan Pro in black/white from the first drop sometime in Europe but these will do for now.
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(https://i.ibb.co/0cZmG5S/IMG-8993.jpg) (https://ibb.co/0cZmG5S)
(https://i.ibb.co/xsKWcQB/IMG-8992.jpg) (https://ibb.co/xsKWcQB)
Posted some initial impressions in the shoes…wearing thread. They fit really really nice.
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(https://i.ibb.co/0cZmG5S/IMG-8993.jpg) (https://ibb.co/0cZmG5S)
(https://i.ibb.co/xsKWcQB/IMG-8992.jpg) (https://ibb.co/xsKWcQB)
Posted some initial impressions in the shoes…wearing thread. They fit really really nice.
those look GREAT man. Really digging em
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(https://i.ibb.co/0cZmG5S/IMG-8993.jpg) (https://ibb.co/0cZmG5S)
(https://i.ibb.co/xsKWcQB/IMG-8992.jpg) (https://ibb.co/xsKWcQB)
Posted some initial impressions in the shoes…wearing thread. They fit really really nice.
Nice shoes but look at those cute af dogs!
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Posted some initial impressions in the shoes…wearing thread. They fit really really nice.
those dogs are so cute ❤️
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First skating day in the ASICS. And while I hate saying something feels “broken in out the box” damn did they skate well. I did wear them for 3 or for days prior.
A little grippy on the flips which is to be expected of a new shoe but I had a heavy ledge session that felt some natural, I thought I was wearing my old shoes.
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Anyone found these somewhere in Europe yet?
I am very keen to know as well
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Anyone found these somewhere in Europe yet?
I am very keen to know as well
think it was stated at the beginning of this thread that distro for EU is up 2024. meanwhile you can search ebay and order some directly from japan it seems
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ASICS GEL VICKKA PRO - IRONCLAD
Posted this in the shoes you're wearing thread, thought I'd throw it up in here as well.
Remind me of Busenitz ADV in the best ways. Into them!
(https://i.imgur.com/xDLHjj7.gif)
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Posted some initial impressions in the shoes…wearing thread. They fit really really nice.
those dogs are so cute ❤️
Bostons are the best! The puppy is right at 10 weeks. Cute bomb.
Also- Uprise has them with a sale code that puts them at $69. $10 flat rate shipping.
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If anyone wants a pair of lightly skated Cream Japan S in a 10 I'll cut a pal a deal, but I have decided to move on.
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(https://images.asics.com/is/image/asics/1201A921_020_SB_FR_GLB-1?$sfcc-product$)
(https://images.asics.com/is/image/asics/1201A921_300_SB_FR_GLB-1?$sfcc-product$)
Couple new cws of the Gel-Flexkee dropping. I'd like to try a pair one day but $160 seems a bit steep
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Posted some initial impressions in the shoes…wearing thread. They fit really really nice.
those dogs are so cute ❤️
Bostons are the best! The puppy is right at 10 weeks. Cute bomb.
Also- Uprise has them with a sale code that puts them at $69. $10 flat rate shipping.
Damn uprise got some cheap bostons
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Posted some initial impressions in the shoes…wearing thread. They fit really really nice.
those dogs are so cute ❤️
Bostons are the best! The puppy is right at 10 weeks. Cute bomb.
Also- Uprise has them with a sale code that puts them at $69. $10 flat rate shipping.
Damn uprise got some cheap bostons
Right?!?
I picked up a few myself. Figure: at THOSE prices, dogs that cute wont last very long.
Get 'em while you can.
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If anyone wants a pair of lightly skated Cream Japan S in a 10 I'll cut a pal a deal, but I have decided to move on.
Weren't feeling them? I started skating mine and I love the flick on these shoes. What were your gripes with the shoe?
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Not really, no. Only thing I liked was the aesthetics
Gripes:
* The toebox is kinda high profile, higher than a Dunk. It is very vertical and there is unnecessary room there.
* Related to that the shoe does not breathe very well and this summer it gave me hot spots since there is enough room in the front to move my toes around.
* Flick gets meh after the rubber wears away where the sole meets upper.
* Grip is good, sole is flexy, but nothing amazing.
* Midsole is a generic lattice like design that doesn't do much for impact. The raised heel makes it harder to swap insoles as I would want to do.
* The overall fit feels a bit dated to me. The tongue is puffy in kind of a weird way towards the top and the shoe just doesn't fit me as well as any NB offering.
Overall they're good shoes, but not great. I don't see a reason to pay $100 for them but I would buy them at reduced price again. They're broken in outta the box which is cool, but that's not a massive selling point since my other shoes break in fast. I can get 440s lightly used or on sale for $35-$55 and they perform better overall so it just doesn't make sense unless I am strictly being anal retentive about swapping an N for another logo.
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(https://images.asics.com/is/image/asics/1201A921_020_SB_FR_GLB-1?$sfcc-product$)
(https://images.asics.com/is/image/asics/1201A921_300_SB_FR_GLB-1?$sfcc-product$)
Couple new cws of the Gel-Flexkee dropping. I'd like to try a pair one day but $160 seems a bit steep
Bottom one looks like they were made for Oregon
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Couple new cws of the Gel-Flexkee dropping. I'd like to try a pair one day but $160 seems a bit steep
Bottom one looks like they were made for Oregon
i think its just kiko kostadinov's streetwear subline otto858 using the flexkee silhouette so not really part of the asics skateboarding line i think but the soccer toe is a nice touch.
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Not really, no. Only thing I liked was the aesthetics
Gripes:
* The toebox is kinda high profile, higher than a Dunk. It is very vertical and there is unnecessary room there.
* Related to that the shoe does not breathe very well and this summer it gave me hot spots since there is enough room in the front to move my toes around.
* Flick gets meh after the rubber wears away where the sole meets upper.
* Grip is good, sole is flexy, but nothing amazing.
* Midsole is a generic lattice like design that doesn't do much for impact. The raised heel makes it harder to swap insoles as I would want to do.
* The overall fit feels a bit dated to me. The tongue is puffy in kind of a weird way towards the top and the shoe just doesn't fit me as well as any NB offering.
Overall they're good shoes, but not great. I don't see a reason to pay $100 for them but I would buy them at reduced price again. They're broken in outta the box which is cool, but that's not a massive selling point since my other shoes break in fast. I can get 440s lightly used or on sale for $35-$55 and they perform better overall so it just doesn't make sense unless I am strictly being anal retentive about swapping an N for another logo.
I see. I do agree with the notion that the shoes should be cheaper though. $100 has been hard sale for a lot of people and even if the shoes skate good, there's not enough technology to justify that price point. I just hope they start releasing more shoes that have more to offer while also looking good. Thanks for the feed back though!
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Couple new cws of the Gel-Flexkee dropping. I'd like to try a pair one day but $160 seems a bit steep
Bottom one looks like they were made for Oregon
these are nice
i want the flexkee for certain
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Ya it's honestly weird that they're doing such few shops, such limited inventory, and not doing re-ups on colorways. It's like a Dunk approach without being a Dunk although I'd skate them over Dunks.
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You homies thirsting after those funky looking flexkees got me so confused.
I don’t know what to make of it.
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some people love to stand out, but also those two versions posted are so aggro i'm in the same boat you are
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You homies thirsting after those funky looking flexkees got me so confused.
I don’t know what to make of it.
well that’s because you are all set. you enjoy your club c’s, your cute fits….
i’m out here struggling. looking for a spark. something. gotta get wild, shake it up.
i used to try anything that came out, e-cues spring to mind, and those worked for me. most skate shoes look so safe, these do not, which makes me want them.
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You homies thirsting after those funky looking flexkees got me so confused.
I don’t know what to make of it.
well that’s because you are all set. you enjoy your club c’s, your cute fits….
i’m out here struggling. looking for a spark. something. gotta get wild, shake it up.
i used to try anything that came out, e-cues spring to mind, and those worked for me. most skate shoes look so safe, these do not, which makes me want them.
Respect.
And, to be fair, you nailed me: I do enjoy my Club Cs & cute fits.
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https://www.instagram.com/p/CxH47W9S4KO/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
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Those look like toddler shoes
Yeah, this is a misstep. Def not the move
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https://www.instagram.com/p/CxH47W9S4KO/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
as opposed to other model
On this page that looks like you dyed the 80s sitcom character Alf green and burned him with a lighter?
I doubt that I’m ever going to be their target market (because they don’t give a fuck about vegan shoes), but they need to just stick to simple/ classic silhouettes, I simply posted because it’s probably a sneak peak of what you’ll get in the US in the upcoming seasons.
Edit: also my bad for not reading the caption, it is indeed a kids model LOL
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https://www.instagram.com/p/CxH47W9S4KO/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Lookin like orthopedics my grandma wears
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anyone know if they're gonna drop more Gel Vickka colorways? saw that Gino pair is apparently Japan only? Not crazy about that blue one from the last drop but hope they do another similar colorway to the first black/white or navy/black Gino
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You homies thirsting after those funky looking flexkees got me so confused.
I don’t know what to make of it.
well that’s because you are all set. you enjoy your club c’s, your cute fits….
i’m out here struggling. looking for a spark. something. gotta get wild, shake it up.
i used to try anything that came out, e-cues spring to mind, and those worked for me. most skate shoes look so safe, these do not, which makes me want them.
And, to be fair, you nailed me: I do enjoy my Club Cs & cute fits.
i KNOW YOU DO: and i’d enjoy looking like that too. keep doing it.
when i try to dress myself….the results are not great, not even good. and it’s not news to myself, i think i’ve relayed on here how at one point around 30 fucking years old, i was outside, in emerica cords, and a faux leather krew coat with the faux fur hood. probably had a flat brim with a gold foil sticker. kind of like dipset + baker….
so now i just wear my very obviously ‘i was just at work’ clothes, 100 percent of the time, as just a total abnegation of fashion responsibility.
and for some reason i’ve been thinking some flexkees added to a wardrobe that looks like a painter after digging a ditch in the mud, would be just the thing.
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On this page that looks like you dyed the 80s sitcom character Alf green and burned him with a lighter?
I doubt that I’m ever going to be their target market (because they don’t give a fuck about vegan shoes), but they need to just stick to simple/ classic silhouettes, I simply posted because it’s probably a sneak peak of what you’ll get in the US in the upcoming seasons.
Edit: also my bad for not reading the caption, it is indeed a kids model LOL
HIS NAME WAS GORDON SHUMWAY
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anyone know if they're gonna drop more Gel Vickka colorways? saw that Gino pair is apparently Japan only? Not crazy about that blue one from the last drop but hope they do another similar colorway to the first black/white or navy/black Gino
I got excited because I saw a red pair and a cream pair in my search but they were on ebay and a shit ton of money so I'm assuming Japan releases
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Those look like toddler shoes
They are Toddler shoes. Crisis averted.
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anyone know if they're gonna drop more Gel Vickka colorways? saw that Gino pair is apparently Japan only? Not crazy about that blue one from the last drop but hope they do another similar colorway to the first black/white or navy/black Gino
Looks like my hopes and dreams are coming true 😍
https://www.instagram.com/p/CyMEzm8JmOt/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== (https://www.instagram.com/p/CyMEzm8JmOt/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==)
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Looks like Kohls has some closeout Japan models. I'm a 10.5 TTS but don't have the funds at the moment, but maybe someone else will grab these.
https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-6677734/asics-japan-s-mens-platform-shoes.jsp?skuid=76840215&CID=shopping15&utm_campaign=MENS%20ATHLETIC%20SHOES&utm_medium=CSE&utm_source=google&utm_product=76840215&utm_campaignid=20458465111&CID=shopping30&utm_campaign=SSC&utm_medium=CSE&utm_source=google&utm_campaignid=20458465111&gclid=Cj0KCQjwsp6pBhCfARIsAD3GZual9veXkK55c0ePc4yi4YCvjqOkpwQJXcdZrC9rZ9Ji6WJRqJeqjR4aAi0HEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
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I’ve been looking forward to the NBDs since they originally dropped in Japan. Definitely gonna hit up my local tomorrow to grab a pair
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Tried the NBD on at Atlas. Not very wide foot friendly, so I think I'm just gonna stick with my Japan Pro's. Japan Pro has become one of, if not my favorite shoe to skate right now
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has anybody seen those navy gino vickkas in a 13? Everywhere I've seen tops out at 12
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has anybody seen those navy gino vickkas in a 13? Everywhere I've seen tops out at 12
They made the biggest size 12. There was also a shortage on shipments in general for bigger sizes so it sounds like they are just getting around to making larger shoe sizes now.
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my wallet is so grateful for that
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any ideas on how the flex-kee slip-on fits?
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any ideas on how the flex-kee slip-on fits?
For most of the shoes I go down a half size but flexkee I run my normal size cause the sidewall doesn’t pad out at all. Super comfortable shoe, but I prefer Vickka or Japan Pro over the Flexkee.
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any ideas on how the flex-kee slip-on fits?
For most of the shoes I go down a half size but flexkee I run my normal size cause the sidewall doesn’t pad out at all. Super comfortable shoe, but I prefer Vickka or Japan Pro over the Flexkee.
yeah i haven’t gotten to try any of them on. i’m sure the flexkee is not as supportive as i’d like, but i like the wild look
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has anybody seen those navy gino vickkas in a 13? Everywhere I've seen tops out at 12
https://blacksheepskateshop.com/products/asics-skateboarding-gel-vickka-pro-peacoat-black?_pos=10&_sid=7b8421e9a&_ss=r
looks like black sheep has them
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Gel Vikka are a great shoe
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Gel Vikka are a great shoe
Probably the best cupsole I’ve ever skated.
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Gel Vikka are a great shoe
Probably the best cupsole I’ve ever skated.
Definitely up there. My top 3 at least.
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Gel Vikka are a great shoe
Probably the best cupsole I’ve ever skated.
Definitely up there. My top 3 at least.
ok well gino is my top fave so tell me more.
it looks too thin for me, i’ve been preferring bricks
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Gel Vikka are a great shoe
Probably the best cupsole I’ve ever skated.
Definitely up there. My top 3 at least.
ok well gino is my top fave so tell me more.
it looks too thin for me, i’ve been preferring bricks
What are some cups you skate or have skated?
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Gel Vikka are a great shoe
Probably the best cupsole I’ve ever skated.
Definitely up there. My top 3 at least.
ok well gino is my top fave so tell me more.
it looks too thin for me, i’ve been preferring bricks
What are some cups you skate or have skated?
the notable ones over the last 5 ish years are
first tyshawn’s
ave’s
dunks
1010s
i skate mostly dunks. they often look very garish tho.
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Gel Vikka are a great shoe
Probably the best cupsole I’ve ever skated.
Definitely up there. My top 3 at least.
ok well gino is my top fave so tell me more.
it looks too thin for me, i’ve been preferring bricks
What are some cups you skate or have skated?
the notable ones over the last 5 ish years are
first tyshawn’s
ave’s
dunks
1010s
i skate mostly dunks. they often look very garish tho.
A lot of people who skated dunks a lot have been telling me that they like skating the Japan Pro, so maybe give that a shot
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Gel Vikka are a great shoe
Probably the best cupsole I’ve ever skated.
Definitely up there. My top 3 at least.
ok well gino is my top fave so tell me more.
it looks too thin for me, i’ve been preferring bricks
What are some cups you skate or have skated?
the notable ones over the last 5 ish years are
first tyshawn’s
ave’s
dunks
1010s
i skate mostly dunks. they often look very garish tho.
I think this is a great suggestion tbh. My friend skates mostly dunks but has loved his couple pair of Japan Pros and are in rotation with his dunks. He also liked his 1010's. So it seems if you wanted to try Asics that may be more inline with what you're liking.
A list of some of my favorite cups (not necessarily in order)
Dunks (I had to half size up though, if they were a hair wider I think I would have worn them way more often)
NB# 480
Busenitz ADV
Nike Koston 1
Adidas Lucas (model is slipping my mind atm)
Haslam's Globe shoe (was such an underrated mid)
Busenitz Pro
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I tried the Japan pro and found them very meh. They definitely skate like a thinner dunk, but don't really protect the foot as much, are really hot if you skate in warm weather, and the toebox has more vertical room in it and feels less form fitting. Otherwise they're not far off, but they do have some heel-toe drop whereas Dunks don't (or I don't notice it). Not a bad shoe, but just didn't see a reason to keep skating them as the 1010 have better cushion/hug the foot better, 440 have better board feel, and the flick is pretty average.
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thanks all!
i’ll need to try some on. haven’t been able to make it the local that stocks asics, in forever.
i like what asics is doing, and hyped to try some.
i’ll most likely end up with busenitz pros (haven’t had any in forever), and some nb# 808s, just cause they are easier to come across
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thanks all!
i’ll need to try some on. haven’t been able to make it the local that stocks asics, in forever.
i like what asics is doing, and hyped to try some.
i’ll most likely end up with busenitz pros (haven’t had any in forever), and some nb# 808s, just cause they are easier to come across
What size is your foot?
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thanks all!
i’ll need to try some on. haven’t been able to make it the local that stocks asics, in forever.
i like what asics is doing, and hyped to try some.
i’ll most likely end up with busenitz pros (haven’t had any in forever), and some nb# 808s, just cause they are easier to come across
What size is your foot?
10 in dunks
the flex-kees are the ones i really wanted to try. not too sure about ordering slip-ons tho.
life’s a risk
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thanks all!
i’ll need to try some on. haven’t been able to make it the local that stocks asics, in forever.
i like what asics is doing, and hyped to try some.
i’ll most likely end up with busenitz pros (haven’t had any in forever), and some nb# 808s, just cause they are easier to come across
What size is your foot?
10 in dunks
the flex-kees are the ones i really wanted to try. not too sure about ordering slip-ons tho.
life’s a risk
Damn, if you were an 8.5 I would have sent you something
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Looks like Kohls has some closeout Japan models. I'm a 10.5 TTS but don't have the funds at the moment, but maybe someone else will grab these.
https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-6677734/asics-japan-s-mens-platform-shoes.jsp?skuid=76840215&CID=shopping15&utm_campaign=MENS%20ATHLETIC%20SHOES&utm_medium=CSE&utm_source=google&utm_product=76840215&utm_campaignid=20458465111&CID=shopping30&utm_campaign=SSC&utm_medium=CSE&utm_source=google&utm_campaignid=20458465111&gclid=Cj0KCQjwsp6pBhCfARIsAD3GZual9veXkK55c0ePc4yi4YCvjqOkpwQJXcdZrC9rZ9Ji6WJRqJeqjR4aAi0HEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
Debated for about 5 min then got em. Being they are synthetic it was easy to convince myself.
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Tried the NBD on at Atlas. Not very wide foot friendly, so I think I'm just gonna stick with my Japan Pro's. Japan Pro has become one of, if not my favorite shoe to skate right now
got some nbd’s. feel really nice, like very good. the instep arch is narrow, but they don’t pinch my toes.
i am impressed
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Japan Pros sell out in my size everywhere so I ordered the all black leather japan s (non skate versions) for $45 on the asics site. I've seen some of the asics riders skate the non skates so I'm very curious how they'll be. The price is hard to beat and I've heard they use the same sole for both so if it works I might just look for non skates on sale in the future.
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Japan Pros sell out in my size everywhere so I ordered the all black leather japan s (non skate versions) for $45 on the asics site. I've seen some of the asics riders skate the non skates so I'm very curious how they'll be. The price is hard to beat and I've heard they use the same sole for both so if it works I might just look for non skates on sale in the future.
yeah i’d like to hear about how that goes
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Where the hell do you buy Asics SB shoes in Canada?
https://www.asics.com/ca/en-ca/japan-s-1201a695-101-s
are these what you are talking about, apparently the sole is the same as the skate ones? I can probably get these for really cheap through a friend who works there, should I try em out?
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Anyone have any suggestions for some super flat insoles to substitute for the slip ons they came out with?
I bought a 9.5 and they are just slightly too tight but fit perfectly without the insoles in them. I know I could just skate them without an insole but I wanted to see if there was a really flat insole like a leather insert or something I could put in just to give me that extra space I’m looking for. I’m sure I could dig around on the internet and find a bunch of options but thought I’d ask you guys first just in case.
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Where the hell do you buy Asics SB shoes in Canada?
https://www.asics.com/ca/en-ca/japan-s-1201a695-101-s
are these what you are talking about, apparently the sole is the same as the skate ones? I can probably get these for really cheap through a friend who works there, should I try em out?
Yeah I've been skating the regular Japan S all summer and I really like them a lot. I haven't had the skate ones in hand to compare them but the non-skate version feels kinda like a perfect cupsole shoe to me. I say go for it.
You can't get the skate ones in Canada yet unless you order from the States.
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No responsible dad would order shoes from the states and pay those sort of import duties, so I will try those out! Thank you sir!
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I’m not a shoe guy as my flat feet restrict me from the majority of skate shoes. However, I got a chance to handle the ASICS shoes at Humidity Skate Shop last week and they are beautiful. The suede versions felt ultra premium.
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Anyone have any suggestions for some super flat insoles to substitute for the slip ons they came out with?
I bought a 9.5 and they are just slightly too tight but fit perfectly without the insoles in them. I know I could just skate them without an insole but I wanted to see if there was a really flat insole like a leather insert or something I could put in just to give me that extra space I’m looking for. I’m sure I could dig around on the internet and find a bunch of options but thought I’d ask you guys first just in case.
I had to switch out the pop cush in the skate vans slip ons and I used the cons insoles that come in most their shoes. It worked perfectly. Think flat insole with just a bit of cushion.
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I’m not a shoe guy as my flat feet restrict me from the majority of skate shoes. However, I got a chance to handle the ASICS shoes at Humidity Skate Shop last week and they are beautiful. The suede versions felt ultra premium.
What do you tend to wear, if you don’t mind my asking…
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I’m not a shoe guy as my flat feet restrict me from the majority of skate shoes. However, I got a chance to handle the ASICS shoes at Humidity Skate Shop last week and they are beautiful. The suede versions felt ultra premium.
What do you tend to wear, if you don’t mind my asking…
Course not.
Lakai Telford (original) new ones are too narrow.
Nike SB is slightly too narrow in the instep.
Vans Sk8 high are perfect but the sole is too thin.
Right now I am rolling with Es Silo. Very supportive shoe but no where near as pretty as the ASICS. Would have asked to try them on but I had no intention of buying. They looked wider than adidas and similar to Nike.
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I’m not a shoe guy as my flat feet restrict me from the majority of skate shoes. However, I got a chance to handle the ASICS shoes at Humidity Skate Shop last week and they are beautiful. The suede versions felt ultra premium.
What do you tend to wear, if you don’t mind my asking…
Course not.
Lakai Telford (original) new ones are too narrow.
Nike SB is slightly too narrow in the instep.
Vans Sk8 high are perfect but the sole is too thin.
Right now I am rolling with Es Silo. Very supportive shoe but no where near as pretty as the ASICS. Would have asked to try them on but I had no intention of buying. They looked wider than adidas and similar to Nike.
Word, SoleTech really do make good fitting shoes. I’m always on the lookout for other options out there but repeatedly find my way back. Forum ADV seem promising, and maybe Alexis AS-1? Have heard/read good things about both but haven’t tried yet. Asics seem very promising too with the awesome materials, but haven’t gathered much info on the fit. Still haven’t found the right NB# shoe for skating, but I have my eye on 440 v2 high and whatever Reynolds has in the offing.
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I’m not a shoe guy as my flat feet restrict me from the majority of skate shoes. However, I got a chance to handle the ASICS shoes at Humidity Skate Shop last week and they are beautiful. The suede versions felt ultra premium.
What do you tend to wear, if you don’t mind my asking…
Course not.
Lakai Telford (original) new ones are too narrow.
Nike SB is slightly too narrow in the instep.
Vans Sk8 high are perfect but the sole is too thin.
Right now I am rolling with Es Silo. Very supportive shoe but no where near as pretty as the ASICS. Would have asked to try them on but I had no intention of buying. They looked wider than adidas and similar to Nike.
Word, SoleTech really do make good fitting shoes. I’m always on the lookout for other options out there but repeatedly find my way back. Forum ADV seem promising, and maybe Alexis AS-1? Have heard/read good things about both but haven’t tried yet. Asics seem very promising too with the awesome materials, but haven’t gathered much info on the fit. Still haven’t found the right NB# shoe for skating, but I have my eye on 440 v2 high and whatever Reynolds has in the offing.
No word here on how they do for flat feet but Mitch from Dead Air Radio says the japan pros are great for wide feet
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6aWV3i4vrI
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i just got vic nbd’s, and they feel fantastic. i like the look.
instep hugs the arch, but the toebox is large enough
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I am assuming Shin Okada sent their homie sneakers. Surprised they didn’t bring his name to mind since his skating is right up their alley. And I believe he made the program happen. Shin’s always been dope.
https://www.instagram.com/shinokada77/?hl=en
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i just got vic nbd’s, and they feel fantastic. i like the look.
instep hugs the arch, but the toebox is large enough
This shoe came out a year ago or so in Japan in the same colorway. Typically shoes meant for Asian market have wider lasts, and according to Asics the last is the same in Japan and USA. My wide feet are happy but I need to size down compared to the 2e NB574’s I’ve been skating. New color coming soon too.
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Real curious about the Gel Vickka
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Real curious about the Gel Vickka
Me too. I’ve had them in and out of my cart multiple times.
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Me too. I’ve had them in and out of my cart multiple times.
(https://i.imgur.com/1iZFJsZ.jpg)
They skate really great. Hold up well dispite being thin. Really comfy. It's a solid shoe. I can't really compare it to anything, because I haven't skated this style of shoe in a while. I've been mostly skating, dunks, blazers, and dunk-esq shoes. However I don't have any major complaints about the shoe, Would skate them again
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Japan Pros sell out in my size everywhere so I ordered the all black leather japan s (non skate versions) for $45 on the asics site. I've seen some of the asics riders skate the non skates so I'm very curious how they'll be. The price is hard to beat and I've heard they use the same sole for both so if it works I might just look for non skates on sale in the future.
yeah i’d like to hear about how that goes
They're not coming out until next year in Canada, apparently. It's a shame because I also want to try out the Gel Vikkas.
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Anybody got a line on the model Pat franklins been skating? Skating them on Rassvet story
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Real curious about the Gel Vickka
Me too. I’ve had them in and out of my cart multiple times.
(https://i.imgur.com/1iZFJsZ.jpg)
They skate really great. Hold up well dispite being thin. Really comfy. It's a solid shoe. I can't really compare it to anything, because I haven't skated this style of shoe in a while. I've been mostly skating, dunks, blazers, and dunk-esq shoes. However I don't have any major complaints about the shoe, Would skate them again
About 3 weeks in on my third pair. Top 5 shoe for me. Only complaint is this colorway shows dirt and dust really bad. Soles hold up great, shoe body feels stiff out of the box but the sole doesn’t, a little weird at first.
(https://i.ibb.co/jbkk1L9/IMG-1584.jpg) (https://ibb.co/jbkk1L9)(https://i.ibb.co/m5mM7Lg/IMG-1585.jpg) (https://ibb.co/m5mM7Lg)
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Where the hell do you buy Asics SB shoes in Canada?
https://www.asics.com/ca/en-ca/japan-s-1201a695-101-s
are these what you are talking about, apparently the sole is the same as the skate ones? I can probably get these for really cheap through a friend who works there, should I try em out?
They're not coming up to Canada until next year from what I've read. It's a bit strange, I have no idea why it's taking so long. I'd also like to try the Gel Vikka but I'd prefer to see it in person first.
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Real curious about the Gel Vickka
Me too. I’ve had them in and out of my cart multiple times.
(https://i.imgur.com/1iZFJsZ.jpg)
They skate really great. Hold up well dispite being thin. Really comfy. It's a solid shoe. I can't really compare it to anything, because I haven't skated this style of shoe in a while. I've been mostly skating, dunks, blazers, and dunk-esq shoes. However I don't have any major complaints about the shoe, Would skate them again
About 3 weeks in on my third pair. Top 5 shoe for me. Only complaint is this colorway shows dirt and dust really bad. Soles hold up great, shoe body feels stiff out of the box but the sole doesn’t, a little weird at first.
(https://i.ibb.co/jbkk1L9/IMG-1584.jpg) (https://ibb.co/jbkk1L9)(https://i.ibb.co/m5mM7Lg/IMG-1585.jpg) (https://ibb.co/m5mM7Lg)
Nice! Do you find that the grip is weird for ollies/kickflips with how low/thin the sole is on the sides?
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Real curious about the Gel Vickka
Me too. I’ve had them in and out of my cart multiple times.
(https://i.imgur.com/1iZFJsZ.jpg)
They skate really great. Hold up well dispite being thin. Really comfy. It's a solid shoe. I can't really compare it to anything, because I haven't skated this style of shoe in a while. I've been mostly skating, dunks, blazers, and dunk-esq shoes. However I don't have any major complaints about the shoe, Would skate them again
About 3 weeks in on my third pair. Top 5 shoe for me. Only complaint is this colorway shows dirt and dust really bad. Soles hold up great, shoe body feels stiff out of the box but the sole doesn’t, a little weird at first.
(https://i.ibb.co/jbkk1L9/IMG-1584.jpg) (https://ibb.co/jbkk1L9)(https://i.ibb.co/m5mM7Lg/IMG-1585.jpg) (https://ibb.co/m5mM7Lg)
Nice! Do you find that the grip is weird for ollies/kickflips with how low/thin the sole is on the sides?
The sole on this shoe and the Japan Pro is super grippy which is great right out of the box. My only complaint is that when it really wears down after a while, the flick is noticeably worse, but that usually takes a while for me.
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Real curious about the Gel Vickka
Me too. I’ve had them in and out of my cart multiple times.
(https://i.imgur.com/1iZFJsZ.jpg)
They skate really great. Hold up well dispite being thin. Really comfy. It's a solid shoe. I can't really compare it to anything, because I haven't skated this style of shoe in a while. I've been mostly skating, dunks, blazers, and dunk-esq shoes. However I don't have any major complaints about the shoe, Would skate them again
About 3 weeks in on my third pair. Top 5 shoe for me. Only complaint is this colorway shows dirt and dust really bad. Soles hold up great, shoe body feels stiff out of the box but the sole doesn’t, a little weird at first.
(https://i.ibb.co/jbkk1L9/IMG-1584.jpg) (https://ibb.co/jbkk1L9)(https://i.ibb.co/m5mM7Lg/IMG-1585.jpg) (https://ibb.co/m5mM7Lg)
Nice! Do you find that the grip is weird for ollies/kickflips with how low/thin the sole is on the sides?
Can confirm this shoe is amazing. On my second pair and I love them.
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Just in general, I'd really recommend the Japan Pro and Vickka Pro. The other shoes didn't really cut it for me.
Japan Pro is wide foot friendly and easily one of the most comfortable skate shoes in the past two years for me. They also skated very good, had great flick until probably the last few session, and lasted at least a month of skating (I flip my board a lot). Impact protection was actually pretty sufficient which is surprising since there really isn't much of a midsole. The sole is just very thick and I have yet to really burn the tread on any of Japan Pro's so far (on my third). Overall, highly recommend, plus they look great.
The Vickka Pro also skates great, but less wide foot friendly (no issues personally but a little more snug compared to the Japan Pro). Still skating them right now, but so far I really dig the shoe. Haven't really tested impact protection on these shoes, but just skating my local three and four stair, no issues so far. The flick on this shoe is some of the best I have yet to date from any skate shoe. Overall, just a great shoe.
I prefer the Japan pro for aesthetic reasons mainly, but I'd definitely recommend the Vickka Pro more if you want just a great performing shoe that doesn't have a super thick sole.
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Just in general, I'd really recommend the Japan Pro and Vickka Pro. The other shoes didn't really cut it for me.
Japan Pro is wide foot friendly and easily one of the most comfortable skate shoes in the past two years for me. They also skated very good, had great flick until probably the last few session, and lasted at least a month of skating (I flip my board a lot). Impact protection was actually pretty sufficient which is surprising since there really isn't much of a midsole. The sole is just very thick and I have yet to really burn the tread on any of Japan Pro's so far (on my third). Overall, highly recommend, plus they look great.
The Vickka Pro also skates great, but less wide foot friendly (no issues personally but a little more snug compared to the Japan Pro). Still skating them right now, but so far I really dig the shoe. Haven't really tested impact protection on these shoes, but just skating my local three and four stair, no issues so far. The flick on this shoe is some of the best I have yet to date from any skate shoe. Overall, just a great shoe.
I prefer the Japan pro for aesthetic reasons mainly, but I'd definitely recommend the Vickka Pro more if you want just a great performing shoe that doesn't have a super thick sole.
This is a great summary of the 2 best styles. I would also suggest the Vic NBD if you like a little chunkier shoe that still has great board feel. Also, full disclosure, I’ve been working for Asics skateboarding here in the US (hopefully Canada soon) for the last year to help them get going here and it’s been an amazing experience. I appreciate all the feedback on the footwear and the brand. If y’all have any questions or suggestions please DM me or post here in the thread. We appreciate your support.
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Some simple feedback is keep some basic colors in rotation. It's annoying wanting a basic ass black shoe and most shops get a single pair and sell them on the site and they sell out immediately. These shouldn't be harder to get than a basic SB Dunk.
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Some simple feedback is keep some basic colors in rotation. It's annoying wanting a basic ass black shoe and most shops get a single pair and sell them on the site and they sell out immediately. These shouldn't be harder to get than a basic SB Dunk.
Totally valid point and it’s being addressed. We do have a period where the shop can’t sell online, obviously to try and let the locals get first dibs. Alas, I worked for SB for almost 20 years, so I’m all too aware of your pain. Thanks for the note and trust it’s being worked on.
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Nice to have another Slap insider, also glad to hear Canadian support it coming.
Already doing it better than Nike with Zander and Shay getting hooked up.
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Some simple feedback is keep some basic colors in rotation. It's annoying wanting a basic ass black shoe and most shops get a single pair and sell them on the site and they sell out immediately. These shouldn't be harder to get than a basic SB Dunk.
Totally valid point and it’s being addressed. We do have a period where the shop can’t sell online, obviously to try and let the locals get first dibs. Alas, I worked for SB for almost 20 years, so I’m all too aware of your pain. Thanks for the note and trust it’s being worked on.
Any plans on more original designs like the Vic NBD or the Flexkee in the near future? I really dig the skate revamps of classics, but it would be cool to see more original skate shoes as well. (Also give us a skate version of the GSM please)
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Some simple feedback is keep some basic colors in rotation. It's annoying wanting a basic ass black shoe and most shops get a single pair and sell them on the site and they sell out immediately. These shouldn't be harder to get than a basic SB Dunk.
Totally valid point and it’s being addressed. We do have a period where the shop can’t sell online, obviously to try and let the locals get first dibs. Alas, I worked for SB for almost 20 years, so I’m all too aware of your pain. Thanks for the note and trust it’s being worked on.
Flexkee 2.0 drops in March. Then we launch the Gel Splyte (Gel Lyte III inspired) in May. I actually brought up the GSM this week and that sounds like it will take some time, if even possible.
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Some simple feedback is keep some basic colors in rotation. It's annoying wanting a basic ass black shoe and most shops get a single pair and sell them on the site and they sell out immediately. These shouldn't be harder to get than a basic SB Dunk.
Totally valid point and it’s being addressed. We do have a period where the shop can’t sell online, obviously to try and let the locals get first dibs. Alas, I worked for SB for almost 20 years, so I’m all too aware of your pain. Thanks for the note and trust it’s being worked on.
Flexkee 2.0 drops in March. Then we launch the Gel Splyte (Gel Lyte III inspired) in May. I actually brought up the GSM this week and that sounds like it will take some time, if even possible.
whats the difference with the flexkee 2.0 and what is out for flexkee stuff now?
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Some simple feedback is keep some basic colors in rotation. It's annoying wanting a basic ass black shoe and most shops get a single pair and sell them on the site and they sell out immediately. These shouldn't be harder to get than a basic SB Dunk.
Totally valid point and it’s being addressed. We do have a period where the shop can’t sell online, obviously to try and let the locals get first dibs. Alas, I worked for SB for almost 20 years, so I’m all too aware of your pain. Thanks for the note and trust it’s being worked on.
Flexkee 2.0 drops in March. Then we launch the Gel Splyte (Gel Lyte III inspired) in May. I actually brought up the GSM this week and that sounds like it will take some time, if even possible.
Thanks for the info! Can we at the very least expect a fourth drop sometime soon?
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Some simple feedback is keep some basic colors in rotation. It's annoying wanting a basic ass black shoe and most shops get a single pair and sell them on the site and they sell out immediately. These shouldn't be harder to get than a basic SB Dunk.
Totally valid point and it’s being addressed. We do have a period where the shop can’t sell online, obviously to try and let the locals get first dibs. Alas, I worked for SB for almost 20 years, so I’m all too aware of your pain. Thanks for the note and trust it’s being worked on.
Flexkee 2.0 drops in March. Then we launch the Gel Splyte (Gel Lyte III inspired) in May. I actually brought up the GSM this week and that sounds like it will take some time, if even possible.
2.0 is similar to the OG. Updated design, looks a little cleaner. Currently there’s the OG flexkee and Slip on available. If your shop doesn’t have your size have them place a special order. Hope that helps.
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Some simple feedback is keep some basic colors in rotation. It's annoying wanting a basic ass black shoe and most shops get a single pair and sell them on the site and they sell out immediately. These shouldn't be harder to get than a basic SB Dunk.
Totally valid point and it’s being addressed. We do have a period where the shop can’t sell online, obviously to try and let the locals get first dibs. Alas, I worked for SB for almost 20 years, so I’m all too aware of your pain. Thanks for the note and trust it’s being worked on.
Flexkee 2.0 drops in March. Then we launch the Gel Splyte (Gel Lyte III inspired) in May. I actually brought up the GSM this week and that sounds like it will take some time, if even possible.
4th drop should be to shops in early December. Small re-up on the Black/White Japan pro, a super clean anthracite Gel Vickka and an all black Gel Vickka Slip on.
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Some simple feedback is keep some basic colors in rotation. It's annoying wanting a basic ass black shoe and most shops get a single pair and sell them on the site and they sell out immediately. These shouldn't be harder to get than a basic SB Dunk.
Totally valid point and it’s being addressed. We do have a period where the shop can’t sell online, obviously to try and let the locals get first dibs. Alas, I worked for SB for almost 20 years, so I’m all too aware of your pain. Thanks for the note and trust it’s being worked on.
Flexkee 2.0 drops in March. Then we launch the Gel Splyte (Gel Lyte III inspired) in May. I actually brought up the GSM this week and that sounds like it will take some time, if even possible.
2.0 is similar to the OG. Updated design, looks a little cleaner. Currently there’s the OG flexkee and Slip on available. If your shop doesn’t have your size have them place a special order. Hope that helps.
in canada sadly, no luck till they show up, up here.
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Which is wider, the Japan Pro or the NBD?
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That’s a good question. I think they’re about the same, however since the NBD has the mesh interior sidewall, it tends to stretch a little. The Japan pro seems to really keep its form, the toe box is slightly higher. Hope that helps.
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Some simple feedback is keep some basic colors in rotation. It's annoying wanting a basic ass black shoe and most shops get a single pair and sell them on the site and they sell out immediately. These shouldn't be harder to get than a basic SB Dunk.
Totally valid point and it’s being addressed. We do have a period where the shop can’t sell online, obviously to try and let the locals get first dibs. Alas, I worked for SB for almost 20 years, so I’m all too aware of your pain. Thanks for the note and trust it’s being worked on.
Flexkee 2.0 drops in March. Then we launch the Gel Splyte (Gel Lyte III inspired) in May. I actually brought up the GSM this week and that sounds like it will take some time, if even possible.
2.0 is similar to the OG. Updated design, looks a little cleaner. Currently there’s the OG flexkee and Slip on available. If your shop doesn’t have your size have them place a special order. Hope that helps.
I believe Premier ships to Canada. Www.thepremierstore.com
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@banksandledges Any word on when the all black suede with white logo japan pros will restock?
EDIT: Just saw early december from the posts above! Very happy and will keep my eyes peeled!
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Some simple feedback is keep some basic colors in rotation. It's annoying wanting a basic ass black shoe and most shops get a single pair and sell them on the site and they sell out immediately. These shouldn't be harder to get than a basic SB Dunk.
Totally valid point and it’s being addressed. We do have a period where the shop can’t sell online, obviously to try and let the locals get first dibs. Alas, I worked for SB for almost 20 years, so I’m all too aware of your pain. Thanks for the note and trust it’s being worked on.
Flexkee 2.0 drops in March. Then we launch the Gel Splyte (Gel Lyte III inspired) in May. I actually brought up the GSM this week and that sounds like it will take some time, if even possible.
2.0 is similar to the OG. Updated design, looks a little cleaner. Currently there’s the OG flexkee and Slip on available. If your shop doesn’t have your size have them place a special order. Hope that helps.
I believe Premier ships to Canada. Www.thepremierstore.com
thanks, ill have to try to scoop some next time there is a sale. canadian dollar is terrible right now.
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Is that Gino slip on cupsole?
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Is that Gino slip on cupsole?
All of their shoes released so far appear to be cupsoles.
Gel Vikka Slip - I assume uses the same cupsole that the
Gel Vikka cupsole uses. Could be wrong in my understanding of their construction/terminology though
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When will these hit europe?
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When will these hit europe?
Summer 24’
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I was thinking the Japan Pro was going to be the only shoe I wore from here on out. Liked everything about it. Good grip for a Cupsole. Then, I rolled my ankle pretty bad. Great shoe overall.
Time to start wearing mid tops.
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Will there be a high top shoe at some point?
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Will there be a high top shoe at some point?
Months ago Joey Marrone was skating some hi top Japan Pro S Hi or non-Skate Japan Pro Hi. It seems they have plans to if it's not already being worked on.
Or maybe they were Gel Vikka Hi? I'm not sure what model from my memory without searching on here. It seems they have plans to nake a high top model, just like NB did with the 480 since there are regular ASICS Hi tops out there
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Months ago Joey Marrone was skating some hi top Japan Pro S Hi or non-Skate Japan Pro Hi. It seems they have plans to if it's not already being worked on.
Or maybe they were Gel Vikka Hi? I'm not sure what model from my memory without searching on here. It seems they have plans to nake a high top model, just like NB did with the 480 since there are regular ASICS Hi tops out there
Thanks wasn’t aware of that particular Joey Marrone clip.
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Will there be a high top shoe at some point?
Begging for a really obnoxious 80s high top, if anyone from ASICS is reading. One of those wrestling shoes with the Gel Vikka sole or something
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I was thinking the Japan Pro was going to be the only shoe I wore from here on out. Liked everything about it. Good grip for a Cupsole. Then, I rolled my ankle pretty bad. Great shoe overall.
Time to start wearing mid tops.
There has been hella research done to show hi tops don’t help with rolling your ankle
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I was thinking the Japan Pro was going to be the only shoe I wore from here on out. Liked everything about it. Good grip for a Cupsole. Then, I rolled my ankle pretty bad. Great shoe overall.
Time to start wearing mid tops.
There has been hella research done to show hi tops don’t help with rolling your ankle
i haven’t seen the research. low tops are popular in the nba, no?
my worst ankle injury came in high/mid tops. was my most devastating injury.
my asics nbds are sick. i like them a lot
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I was thinking the Japan Pro was going to be the only shoe I wore from here on out. Liked everything about it. Good grip for a Cupsole. Then, I rolled my ankle pretty bad. Great shoe overall.
Time to start wearing mid tops.
There has been hella research done to show hi tops don’t help with rolling your ankle
Are you sure about this? I have never seen anything exhaustive stating they don't help minimize ankle rolling. In fact, my anecdotal experience says otherwise to your claim. I skated a pair of Marana Mid Tops and the taller collar and padding was actually stiff enough to pull my ankle back into place when I rolled it slightly missing the edge of my nose on landing a kickflip. The low top Marana would have let the roll go through and be even more delayed to let my ankle bounce back to normal, if at all.
To say they don't help at all is scientifically untrue. Do they help more than a sturdier sole or heel counter? That's debatable, as those two seem more likely to help protect from rolls, even if just slightly compared to a high top collar
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I've never seen any research, but the purpose is more to lock the heel and foot in the shoe. Look at wrestling shoes- they're actually designed to have tons of ankle flexibility but lock the sole to the foot for maximum grip. If it really prevented ankle roll then you would see high tops in all sports with lateral movement where ankle/knee injuries are common such as soccer, American Football, trail running, etc.
For hiking boots it is quite different as boots extend far up the ankle past a normal high top and are built to provide more ankle stability/shoe stability.
A good thing to look at are ankle braces- they all wrap underneath the foot and then the ankle lacing/straps cranks over this. The wrapping is what prevents rolling.
I have no ligaments in my right ankle and shit is f'd. I was really curious about this for skating when I came back, but rolled my ankle fairly bad with Blazer Hi's. For me stability comes down to sole design and arch support. Put on a shoe and try to roll your ankle- a good shoe will snap you back to center. A bad shoe will tip you right into roll.
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Not a sports scientist but in my personal experience, it feels like high tops have never helped prevent ankle rolls for me. But if I do roll my ankle, having tied down high tops have almost certainly made it less severe of a roll.
In terms of preventing ankle rolls, having a structured and stable shoe with a wide base where your foot sits relatively close to the ground have helped me a lot more
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I went to a podiatrist in early 2022 for tendonitis, and when I asked, he told me that high-tops are more supportive overall for ankles.
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Will there be a high top shoe at some point?
Japan Pro Mid releases in August 24.
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Will there be a high top shoe at some point?
Japan Pro Mid releases in August 24.
Thanks. Will this model be part of the European roll out?
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Looks to be only shop exclusive atm. Is there any online retailer selling 'em?
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Looks to be only shop exclusive atm. Is there any online retailer selling 'em?
All the shops in the states are selling online. Uprise, Premier, Labor, Kingswell, Skatepark of Tampa, etc. Support your local.
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Is that Gino slip on cupsole?
Damn this got me excited cause it’s all the good slap buzzwords. But damn a quick google and well…….. eww.
Regular ones look real nice though. What happened?
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Is that Gino slip on cupsole?
Damn this got me excited cause it’s all the good slap buzzwords. But damn a quick google and well…….. eww.
Regular ones look real nice though. What happened?
For what it’s worth, the shoe looks much better on foot.
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Some simple feedback is keep some basic colors in rotation. It's annoying wanting a basic ass black shoe and most shops get a single pair and sell them on the site and they sell out immediately. These shouldn't be harder to get than a basic SB Dunk.
Totally valid point and it’s being addressed. We do have a period where the shop can’t sell online, obviously to try and let the locals get first dibs. Alas, I worked for SB for almost 20 years, so I’m all too aware of your pain. Thanks for the note and trust it’s being worked on.
Flexkee 2.0 drops in March. Then we launch the Gel Splyte (Gel Lyte III inspired) in May. I actually brought up the GSM this week and that sounds like it will take some time, if even possible.
isn't the gsm pretty much the same shoe as the japan but with onitsuka tiger instead of asics on the tongue? i know there are some other slight design differences but having skate versions of both is kinda unnecessary i think
gsm
(https://www.magasin.dk/dw/image/v2/BFCS_PRD/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-mdn-master-catalog/default/dwb157c23b/large2/7A/05807311_105_1.jpg?sw=740&sh=888&sm=fit&sfrm=jpg)
japan
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Some simple feedback is keep some basic colors in rotation. It's annoying wanting a basic ass black shoe and most shops get a single pair and sell them on the site and they sell out immediately. These shouldn't be harder to get than a basic SB Dunk.
Totally valid point and it’s being addressed. We do have a period where the shop can’t sell online, obviously to try and let the locals get first dibs. Alas, I worked for SB for almost 20 years, so I’m all too aware of your pain. Thanks for the note and trust it’s being worked on.
Flexkee 2.0 drops in March. Then we launch the Gel Splyte (Gel Lyte III inspired) in May. I actually brought up the GSM this week and that sounds like it will take some time, if even possible.
isn't the gsm pretty much the same shoe as the japan but with onitsuka tiger instead of asics on the tongue? i know there are some other slight design differences but having skate versions of both is kinda unnecessary i think
gsm
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japan
(https://images.asics.com/is/image/asics/1201A382_101_SR_RT_GLB?$sfcc-product$)
I am currently skating some GSM's that I had laying around and have skated the Japan Pro 3 times now. The GSM is a bit slimmer, the toe is not as raised, and has a thinner sole. I like them both, but they skated a little different and noticed my flip tricks were a little sharper on the GSM.
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https://www.instagram.com/p/C1Lz7ZHPPjv/?igsh=djFteXhiYzZkaHNl
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When does the Asics Skate Line launch in Europe, Germany specifically? I would like to try the Japan shoe.
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When does the Asics Skate Line launch in Europe, Germany specifically? I would like to try the Japan shoe.
a couple of pages ago, i was told summer 2024
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When does the Asics Skate Line launch in Europe, Germany specifically? I would like to try the Japan shoe.
Gel Vickka is better than the Japan IMO. Better feel and durability.
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Skated a pair of orange Vickkas I got from Japan off eBay around the time they launched Asics in the US and they were some of the best shoes I've ever skated. Just grabbed the new black/black (more of a grey) ones and the fit feels a bit different and like they're running a half size smaller. Wondering if they switched things up or it was just normal production variance or whatever
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Finally caved and bought a pair of the Japan Pro. Been skating only Fastbreaks for a while but I’m looking forward to throwing them into the rotation. Anyone like or dislike those?
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Skated a pair of orange Vickkas I got from Japan off eBay around the time they launched Asics in the US and they were some of the best shoes I've ever skated. Just grabbed the new black/black (more of a grey) ones and the fit feels a bit different and like they're running a half size smaller. Wondering if they switched things up or it was just normal production variance or whatever
I actually feel the opposite, I bought the same ones from black sheep and they feel narrow and a little long on the toes. I purchased a size 10 and usually wear a size 10 in everything aside from the original Tyshawn’s, Tiago 1010 and GT blazers which I wear a 9.5
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Finally caved and bought a pair of the Japan Pro. Been skating only Fastbreaks for a while but I’m looking forward to throwing them into the rotation. Anyone like or dislike those?
(https://i.ibb.co/kSYS9jG/F05-FE3-C0-C4-FC-46-DC-B187-43-F5-A8-B6552-E.jpg) (https://ibb.co/kSYS9jG)(https://i.ibb.co/jb6b0C3/E557-C0-B3-B1-E3-4-A34-8700-D0941-FA21-A27.jpg) (https://ibb.co/jb6b0C3)
Update: skated the Japan Pros a couple times. Went TTS, they feel good. A little stiff out of the box and the rubber of the sole feels kind of hard (at least compared to the Fastbreaks I’ve been skating recently). Overall they’ve been enjoyable to skate as they’re breaking in more. Somewhat of a Dunk low feel with a less rounded toe.
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been wanting to try the shoes but they arent in canada yet.
im a tough size for shoes in general, a 7 us for most brands. but 6.5 fits in the japan pro and gel vickka.
the japan straight up fits and feels like i want a dunk to fit, tried dunks over the years and they never feel grippy enough. the japan feels sooo grippy, going to skate the vickka first, i skated the the busenitz for over 10 years and this is like a less rampy, less stitchy version. probably the best flicking shoe.
also got the gel flexkee, definitely different but the build quality is there. theres a super subtle asics logo on the rubber toe piece which is cool, seems like a crazy durable shoe.
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Skated a pair of orange Vickkas I got from Japan off eBay around the time they launched Asics in the US and they were some of the best shoes I've ever skated. Just grabbed the new black/black (more of a grey) ones and the fit feels a bit different and like they're running a half size smaller. Wondering if they switched things up or it was just normal production variance or whatever
I had a similar experience with the Vickkas. The first pair were the black and whites from the first drop and they were one of, if not the best shoe I’d ever skated in. I loved them and they lasted about 2 weeks longer than the average NB# or adidas that I’d usually skate. The second pair were the midnight purple with the black sole and the sizing felt different, almost like a half size too big. Not nearly as snug and comfy as the first. They also tore up way faster even though I skate almost the same amount of time each week. For the price tag + shipping I can’t justify another pair for a while and tbh I’m not super interested in any other model they’re currently offering.
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Skated a pair of orange Vickkas I got from Japan off eBay around the time they launched Asics in the US and they were some of the best shoes I've ever skated. Just grabbed the new black/black (more of a grey) ones and the fit feels a bit different and like they're running a half size smaller. Wondering if they switched things up or it was just normal production variance or whatever
I had a similar experience with the Vickkas. The first pair were the black and whites from the first drop and they were one of, if not the best shoe I’d ever skated in. I loved them and they lasted about 2 weeks longer than the average NB# or adidas that I’d usually skate. The second pair were the midnight purple with the black sole and the sizing felt different, almost like a half size too big. Not nearly as snug and comfy as the first. They also tore up way faster even though I skate almost the same amount of time each week. For the price tag + shipping I can’t justify another pair for a while and tbh I’m not super interested in any other model they’re currently offering.
this is a bummer.
i didn’t have this same experience, with asics, but i’ve had it several times, over the years. nike, adidas, and nb have all given me a similar feeling: shoe that was amazing, and then a subsequent pair being noticeably less good.
i’m curious as to how it happens.
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Skated a pair of orange Vickkas I got from Japan off eBay around the time they launched Asics in the US and they were some of the best shoes I've ever skated. Just grabbed the new black/black (more of a grey) ones and the fit feels a bit different and like they're running a half size smaller. Wondering if they switched things up or it was just normal production variance or whatever
I had a similar experience with the Vickkas. The first pair were the black and whites from the first drop and they were one of, if not the best shoe I’d ever skated in. I loved them and they lasted about 2 weeks longer than the average NB# or adidas that I’d usually skate. The second pair were the midnight purple with the black sole and the sizing felt different, almost like a half size too big. Not nearly as snug and comfy as the first. They also tore up way faster even though I skate almost the same amount of time each week. For the price tag + shipping I can’t justify another pair for a while and tbh I’m not super interested in any other model they’re currently offering.
this is a bummer.
i didn’t have this same experience, with asics, but i’ve had it several times, over the years. nike, adidas, and nb have all given me a similar feeling: shoe that was amazing, and then a subsequent pair being noticeably less good.
i’m curious as to how it happens.
I think it’s the sole. I had two pairs of the light blue vickkas and the midnight purple/ black sole is waaaay stiffer. The shoe didn’t mold to my foot the way the light blue ones did. I’ll keep getting them but staying away from black soles.
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Any news on them coming to Canada? Also interested in trying out a couple pairs.
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Any news on them coming to Canada? Also interested in trying out a couple pairs.
Had a zoom call about it for the shop today. Select shops will be getting some hopefully around June/July.
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Any news on them coming to Canada? Also interested in trying out a couple pairs.
Had a zoom call about it for the shop today. Select shops will be getting some hopefully around June/July.
Would you happen to know why they haven’t got any of the major online skate retailers? My locals don’t have them and paying $15-20 for shipping from a skateshop across the country hurts. Was hoping tactics or SW would have them in by now
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Any news on them coming to Canada? Also interested in trying out a couple pairs.
Had a zoom call about it for the shop today. Select shops will be getting some hopefully around June/July.
Would you happen to know why they haven’t got any of the major online skate retailers? My locals don’t have them and paying $15-20 for shipping from a skateshop across the country hurts. Was hoping tactics or SW would have them in by now
No majors right now. We’re trying to keep it to small shops that are active in their communities. I would try Premier or SPOT. Where are you located?
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Saw that Cassette Skateshop is carrying Asics now, and soon on their online store. Stoked for @MOE SYZLAK and will definitely try to get mine there when I grab some.
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Saw that Cassette Skateshop is carrying Asics now, and soon on their online store. Stoked for @MOE SYZLAK and will definitely try to get mine there when I grab some.
Dope! They will be up on the site the 16th
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I grabbed some vickkas and japans from blue flowers during their bogo sale. I've skated the vickkas so far, and they're pretty great - similar to NB# 440s, nice thin cupsole - the flick took some adjustment from the half cabs I'd been skating prior. I think I'll like the Japans even more.
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The Japan looks good.
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https://www.cassetteskateshop.com/search?q=asics&options%5Bprefix%5D=last (https://www.cassetteskateshop.com/search?q=asics&options%5Bprefix%5D=last)
I updated the shipping cost on the Asics to a $5 flat rate.
Note *the rate will not work when combined with other items.
Thanks Pals ❤️- Moe
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We just got opened for Asics, also do free shipping over $99
light on sizes but just re ordered so should have more soon
https://www.35thave.com/shop/Shoes/Asics.htm
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Anyone here get the Aaron Pros? Found some in my size on sale but I haven’t heard much talk about em
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Anyone here get the Aaron Pros? Found some in my size on sale but I haven’t heard much talk about em
BTurner seems to like them.
I really looking forward to these coming to Australia,
But damn it seems like forever
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Anyone here get the Aaron Pros? Found some in my size on sale but I haven’t heard much talk about em
I really looking forward to these coming to Australia,
But damn it seems like forever
I believe we will launch in Australia in a few months.
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@MOE SYZLAK @144p have either of you heard whisperings of the black/white Vicka Pro’s getting restocked?
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@MOE SYZLAK @144p have either of you heard whisperings of the black/white Vicka Pro’s getting restocked?
8/1
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https://thepremierstore.com/blogs/product/asics-skateboarding-5 (https://thepremierstore.com/blogs/product/asics-skateboarding-5)
Drop 6 releases today. Premier ships internationally for those outside of the US and Japan. New video today as well.
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cream white/gum gel vikkas are wowzers
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@MOE SYZLAK @144p @uesty how have the Asics lines been selling for you all? Just curious to see if they are catching on. Being a small sizer (6-6.5) I'll have to search around the interwebs for a pair to try, those Japans and Gel Vikkas look really nice and up my ally.
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how do the japan pro fit compared to dunks in terms of sizing [i.e will a 9 in japan pro fit roughly the same as 9 in dunks] and in terms of the arch? i like how flat dunks feel, aggressive arch doesn't work for me
or the vic nbd if anyone's tried that
much appreciated
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how do the japan pro fit compared to dunks in terms of sizing [i.e will a 9 in japan pro fit roughly the same as 9 in dunks] and in terms of the arch? i like how flat dunks feel, aggressive arch doesn't work for me
or the vic nbd if anyone's tried that
much appreciated
No crazy arch in the Japan. Very similar to a dunk. If you like your shoes snug I would go down a half size from what you wear in a dunk. Vic NBD is true to size.
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https://thepremierstore.com/blogs/product/asics-skateboarding-5 (https://thepremierstore.com/blogs/product/asics-skateboarding-5)
Drop 6 releases today. Premier ships internationally for those outside of the US and Japan. New video today as well.
Any ideas if we'll get some of the colorways of other shoes from Japan to the US soon? Been digging those red and white Aaron Pros
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In the recent Asics video and others it looks like Akwasi was skating some of the non-skate shoes as well. Does anyone knows which ones those are?
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In the recent Asics video and others it looks like Akwasi was skating some of the non-skate shoes as well. Does anyone knows which ones those are?
He skates the Gel NYC and the Gel Quantum Kinetic. Both are great for chilling, but I couldn’t imagine skating them, especially the Kinetic.
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@MOE SYZLAK @144p @uesty how have the Asics lines been selling for you all? Just curious to see if they are catching on. Being a small sizer (6-6.5) I'll have to search around the interwebs for a pair to try, those Japans and Gel Vikkas look really nice and up my ally.
The first batch did good instantly and re ordered and kind of regret it, didn't sell much after that.
This batch sold a couple pairs already.
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The Vic NBD in Black/Graphite/Neon Green is a dope shoe.
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The Vic NBD in Black/Graphite/Neon Green is a dope shoe.
agreed. wish i was cool enough to wear, but i can't so i shant
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The Vic NBD in Black/Graphite/Neon Green is a dope shoe.
agreed. wish i was cool enough to wear, but i can't so i shant
I bet you could pull them off :D
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The Vic NBD in Black/Graphite/Neon Green is a dope shoe.
agreed. wish i was cool enough to wear, but i can't so i shant
I bet you could pull them off :D
Agreed. I’ve seen them on foot and it pretty much looks like an all black shoe.
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@MOE SYZLAK @144p @uesty how have the Asics lines been selling for you all? Just curious to see if they are catching on. Being a small sizer (6-6.5) I'll have to search around the interwebs for a pair to try, those Japans and Gel Vikkas look really nice and up my ally.
The Japan's did quite well. I think a few people are sleeping in the VikKa tbh.
I think they'll catch on as more people in town are seen skating them.
Should have a couple models from the new line in soon.
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The Vic NBD in Black/Graphite/Neon Green is a dope shoe.
agreed. wish i was cool enough to wear, but i can't so i shant
I bet you could pull them off :D
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The Vic NBD in Black/Graphite/Neon Green is a dope shoe.
agreed. wish i was cool enough to wear, but i can't so i shant
I bet you could pull them off :D
Agreed. I’ve seen them on foot and it pretty much looks like an all black shoe.
well then!
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Hey everyone,
Has anyone skated the white leather Japan pro? I’m wondering if the leather holds up and flicks as good as the suede. That white pair with the black sole is calling my name.
And also, is there a midsole in these or is it the egg crate structure?
I appreciate it
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Hey everyone,
Has anyone skated the white leather Japan pro? I’m wondering if the leather holds up and flicks as good as the suede. That white pair with the black sole is calling my name.
And also, is there a midsole in these or is it the egg crate structure?
I appreciate it
They need to break in a bit to flick as good as the suede ones. But other than that they are holding up more yhat my dunks.
Theres a midsole on these. Landed primo on this shoe many times and I'm fine. Dunks hurt whrn you land primo.
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Hey everyone,
Has anyone skated the white leather Japan pro? I’m wondering if the leather holds up and flicks as good as the suede. That white pair with the black sole is calling my name.
And also, is there a midsole in these or is it the egg crate structure?
I appreciate it
They need to break in a bit to flick as good as the suede ones. But other than that they are holding up more yhat my dunks.
Theres a midsole on these. Landed primo on this shoe many times and I'm fine. Dunks hurt whrn you land primo.
Thanks
For
Taking the time to let me know. I’m grabbing a pair of the whites for the summer
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