Insole Recommendations

[SaySo]

Fundamentally, I'd recommend getting a shoe with a good midsole - that makes more difference than an insole.

I've tried the FP Gamechangers, and the Remedy Medic as well as the Destin.

The Gamechangers are decent; good arch support and relatively stiff while still being slightly flexible/giving some board feel. They last the life of a few pairs of shoes. I'd definitely get them again.

However, as others have mentioned, sucks the owners are cringe.

The Medic has a really high arch and is super stiff. There was almost no board feel at all. To top that off the impact absorption isn't that great - seems to transfer more impact shock to the feet than the Gamechangers. Others swear by them, so maybe I got a bunk pair? YMMV, but I wasn't too impressed with them.

The Destins have some impact protection and are very flexible out of the gate but don't provide much arch support. If you want some shock absorption without sacrificing board feel I'd go with these.

TL;DR - If you can stomach the Kooks who run the company, go with the Gamechangers.

[Fat Tony]

I’ve used game changers in just about every pair I’ve skated. As others have mentioned, they don’t work very well if a shoe is low, like in janoskis they raised my foot up too much. I think they work well in 1010s and dunk lows. Anything mid or high they should be fine. I really like them in blazer mids and 440 highs. Didn’t like them with tyshawns because that shoe was already cramped and the game changers only make that worse.

[JANUS]

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I like green superfeet in my 440s. I take out the stock insole and put in the mean green. It doesn’t raise my toes too much and helps keep my arch up and my ankle straight. But everybody’s different, your experience may differ.

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got a pair of super feet on ice actually, how they treating you?

Really nice. Again, everybody’s different, but I find they really help. Without them, my ankles, knees, and hips/lower back get all fucky, out of alignment, and sore. I tried orthotics for a while, but superfeet worked much better for me. That said, I never tried any of the skate brand insoles, so I don’t know how they compare.

[SaySo]

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I like green superfeet in my 440s. I take out the stock insole and put in the mean green. It doesn’t raise my toes too much and helps keep my arch up and my ankle straight. But everybody’s different, your experience may differ.

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got a pair of super feet on ice actually, how they treating you?

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Really nice. Again, everybody’s different, but I find they really help. Without them, my ankles, knees, and hips/lower back get all fucky, out of alignment, and sore. I tried orthotics for a while, but superfeet worked much better for me. That said, I never tried any of the skate brand insoles, so I don’t know how they compare.

This is the first I've heard of Superfeet. Perused their site. Have either of y'all used the orange ones?

[MC3]

I have skated vans skate (formerly pro) series shoes for a few years straight now, and my go to insole for those has been some lunarlon ones from some converse CTAS back when they had lunarlon. They’re getting pretty beat up these days, and I wouldn’t mind replacing them with another insole, but it’s kinda hard to find lunarlon ones from old converse skate shoes.

Any recommendations on a similar/slightly more cushy version of lunarlon I could run in my Vans/the odd GT Blazer I skate?

[Xen]

Maybe try the G6?  The KSL (pour in g6) is amazing feeling.

[JANUS]

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I like green superfeet in my 440s. I take out the stock insole and put in the mean green. It doesn’t raise my toes too much and helps keep my arch up and my ankle straight. But everybody’s different, your experience may differ.

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got a pair of super feet on ice actually, how they treating you?

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Really nice. Again, everybody’s different, but I find they really help. Without them, my ankles, knees, and hips/lower back get all fucky, out of alignment, and sore. I tried orthotics for a while, but superfeet worked much better for me. That said, I never tried any of the skate brand insoles, so I don’t know how they compare.

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This is the first I've heard of Superfeet. Perused their site. Have either of y'all used the orange ones?

No, unfortunately, I’ve only ever used the green ones.

[MC3]

Maybe try the G6?  The KSL (pour in g6) is amazing feeling.

Good shout. Had a pair of wino G6’s a while back and I remember the insole being pretty solid. But the heel lock on that shoe was probably why I don’t think about skating those again. I’ll keep my eyes out for some g6’s

[funeral_tuxedo]

I have skated vans skate (formerly pro) series shoes for a few years straight now, and my go to insole for those has been some lunarlon ones from some converse CTAS back when they had lunarlon. They’re getting pretty beat up these days, and I wouldn’t mind replacing them with another insole, but it’s kinda hard to find lunarlon ones from old converse skate shoes.

Any recommendations on a similar/slightly more cushy version of lunarlon I could run in my Vans/the odd GT Blazer I skate?

I bought a pair of SB Bruins with react insoles on sale and I really like them. They're a thick, flexible, and high quality insole like the lunarlons, so I'm saving the insoles for whatever shoe I skate next.

[Frank and Fred]

I have skated vans skate (formerly pro) series shoes for a few years straight now, and my go to insole for those has been some lunarlon ones from some converse CTAS back when they had lunarlon. They’re getting pretty beat up these days, and I wouldn’t mind replacing them with another insole, but it’s kinda hard to find lunarlon ones from old converse skate shoes.

Any recommendations on a similar/slightly more cushy version of lunarlon I could run in my Vans/the odd GT Blazer I skate?

Man, those Lunaron insoles were great. I did the same thing and kept them way beyond the pair of shoes they came in until they were trashed.

[Richard Skidder]

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I like green superfeet in my 440s. I take out the stock insole and put in the mean green. It doesn’t raise my toes too much and helps keep my arch up and my ankle straight. But everybody’s different, your experience may differ.

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got a pair of super feet on ice actually, how they treating you?

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Really nice. Again, everybody’s different, but I find they really help. Without them, my ankles, knees, and hips/lower back get all fucky, out of alignment, and sore. I tried orthotics for a while, but superfeet worked much better for me. That said, I never tried any of the skate brand insoles, so I don’t know how they compare.

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This is the first I've heard of Superfeet. Perused their site. Have either of y'all used the orange ones?

The Orange can be kind of bulky feeling, they’re great for running or even basketball but can feel a bit blocky in a skate shoe. Really hides the feel of your heel side rail when you stand on your board.

[Ok]

Superfeet do not work for me, skating: good arch support, minimal impact protection. Superfeet worked ok, for work shoes (standing on feet for long hours).

So far the destins have been excellent. I was in a hurry to skate the day I trimmed them, and …the cut job I did looks insane. But I don’t notice my handiwork when they are in the shoe.

[Xen]

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Maybe try the G6?  The KSL (pour in g6) is amazing feeling.

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Good shout. Had a pair of wino G6’s a while back and I remember the insole being pretty solid. But the heel lock on that shoe was probably why I don’t think about skating those again. I’ll keep my eyes out for some g6’s

@MC3 On Sale ($13.99) https://emerica.com/collections/accessories/products/g6-insole-green

[MC3]

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Maybe try the G6?  The KSL (pour in g6) is amazing feeling.

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Good shout. Had a pair of wino G6’s a while back and I remember the insole being pretty solid. But the heel lock on that shoe was probably why I don’t think about skating those again. I’ll keep my eyes out for some g6’s

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@MC3 On Sale ($13.99) https://emerica.com/collections/accessories/products/g6-insole-green

damn you're looking out for me today! ordered em now

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I have skated vans skate (formerly pro) series shoes for a few years straight now, and my go to insole for those has been some lunarlon ones from some converse CTAS back when they had lunarlon. They’re getting pretty beat up these days, and I wouldn’t mind replacing them with another insole, but it’s kinda hard to find lunarlon ones from old converse skate shoes.

Any recommendations on a similar/slightly more cushy version of lunarlon I could run in my Vans/the odd GT Blazer I skate?

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Man, those Lunaron insoles were great. I did the same thing and kept them way beyond the pair of shoes they came in until they were trashed.

same, the fabric that was on top of the foam has long since came off and it's just my sock against the glue residue and the foam these days

[Gray Imp Sausage Metal]

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I like green superfeet in my 440s. I take out the stock insole and put in the mean green. It doesn’t raise my toes too much and helps keep my arch up and my ankle straight. But everybody’s different, your experience may differ.

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got a pair of super feet on ice actually, how they treating you?

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Really nice. Again, everybody’s different, but I find they really help. Without them, my ankles, knees, and hips/lower back get all fucky, out of alignment, and sore. I tried orthotics for a while, but superfeet worked much better for me. That said, I never tried any of the skate brand insoles, so I don’t know how they compare.

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This is the first I've heard of Superfeet. Perused their site. Have either of y'all used the orange ones?

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The Orange can be kind of bulky feeling, they’re great for running or even basketball but can feel a bit blocky in a skate shoe. Really hides the feel of your heel side rail when you stand on your board.

bummer, the orange ones are the ones I have on ice...

[munchbox]

i personally want a cloud of an insole
boardfeel is my third or fourth priority
im tall, heavy, and have hops. cushioning cant be neglected

[Xen]

i personally want a cloud of an insole
boardfeel is my third or fourth priority
im tall, heavy, and have hops. cushioning cant be neglected

Vans Ultra cush?

[GBLange]

i personally want a cloud of an insole
boardfeel is my third or fourth priority
im tall, heavy, and have hops. cushioning cant be neglected

like adidas boost or hoka one one eva foam..like walking on clouds..

[Xen]

Second the NIKE [Bruin] React insoles, they were very easy on my knees and fit well around the heel.

[Kombuch-A-Holic]

My feet have been hurting bad skating the half cab pros. Said fk it and ordered KSL 1's and gamechanger insoles. That should do it.

[Xen]

My feet have been hurting bad skating the half cab pros. Said fk it and ordered KSL 1's and gamechanger insoles. That should do it.

Even w/out the FP insoles, the KSLs are great.

[intendedreceivers]

i personally want a cloud of an insole
boardfeel is my third or fourth priority
im tall, heavy, and have hops. cushioning cant be neglected

These are like adding adding an adidas Boost midsole to any shoe. I like the Starter Comfort model for tighter toe boxes as they have a higher heel and thinner forefoot, but they have less contour:

https://www.hefeluxx.com/collections/insole/products/starter-insoles

I like the Ultra Deluxe 2.0 for support. More contour and more even thickness from heel to toe:

https://www.hefeluxx.com/collections/insole/products/deluxe-comfort-insoles

[Chronic85]

Yo

just bought a pair of Remind Medics Impact and they are way too thick for a SB Dunk High insole replacement.
Definitely not skateable if i dont want to twist my ankle serveral times per session.

Since i dont want to buy Footprints anymore and im not really sure which Reminds could fit im hoping someone got a hint.

Im looking for an insole which lets me skate longer since i get tired and sore legs pretty quick into the session in stock insoles.
I have a low to medium arch.
Im not skating big gaps anymore so i dont need that much impact protection but i guess it wont do harm either to have some.

Greatly appreciate any advice.

[Thebird]

Yo

just bought a pair of Remind Medics Impact and they are way too thick for a SB Dunk High insole replacement.
Definitely not skateable if i dont want to twist my ankle serveral times per session.

Since i dont want to buy Footprints anymore and im not really sure which Reminds could fit im hoping someone got a hint.

Im looking for an insole which lets me skate longer since i get tired and sore legs pretty quick into the session in stock insoles.
I have a low to medium arch.
Im not skating big gaps anymore so i dont need that much impact protection but i guess it wont do harm either to have some.

Greatly appreciate any advice.

I actually emailed them the other day and this is what they said: 

Thanks for reaching out...  Do you want something with an arch?  What type of footwear is this going into?

Flatter and softer?  That would be the Destin Impact.

[LebowskisRug]

Just bumping what I wrote on the other pages.

I have used Superfeet Orange in Vans. They are thicker and are the closest in height to Popcush. I would say I prefer the Sole Performance Thick, which are slightly thinner, but heat moldable and brace the outer arch a bit better. They are made of cork and foam, which seems to absorb impact better than other things I have tried, but it is splitting hairs.

Insoles are for more than just cushioning. If your arch does not collapse and you are able to properly brace your body then your whole body can help absorb impact. A simple test is to stand on one leg and move your knee quickly side-to-side. If the ankle and/or shoe rolls laterally than your ankle musculature is going to have to compensate for your clear arch collapsing. Put the insole in and see how much it reduces this. I would wager a lot of older skaters would benefit from more support and lower body strength than some kind of foam cushion.

For me Reminds were super thick and had terrible support. There is no way I could run them in Vans. This goes for the Cush and the Medic. Frankly they felt worse than the stock insoles and I sent them back.

Footprint Gamechangers don't provide much support for me and they reduce board feel. I am not sure they do anything better than a non-skate orthotic and the things I care about are far worse.

[tzhangdox]

Just bumping what I wrote on the other pages.

I have used Superfeet Orange in Vans. They are thicker and are the closest in height to Popcush. I would say I prefer the Sole Performance Thick, which are slightly thinner, but heat moldable and brace the outer arch a bit better. They are made of core and foam, which seems to absorb impact better than other things I have tried, but it is splitting hairs.

Insoles are for more than just cushioning. If your arch does not collapse and you are able to properly brace your body then your whole body can help absorb impact. A simple test is to stand on one leg and move your knee quickly side-to-side. If the ankle and/or shoe rolls laterally than your ankle musculature is going to have to compensate for your clear arch collapsing. Put the insole in and see how much it reduces this. I would wager a lot of older skaters would benefit from more support and lower body strength than some kind of foam cushion.

For me Reminds were super thick and had terrible support. There is no way I could run them in Vans. This goes for the Cush and the Medic. Frankly they felt worse than the stock insoles and I sent them back.

Footprint Gamechangers don't provide much support for me and they reduce board feel. I am not sure they do anything better than a non-skate orthotic and the things I care about are far worse.

Recently got some Superfeet dynamic run max after years of trying stock insoles, fp insoles, and other variants of soft cushioned insoles in my shoes and I really think I can agree with this sentiment in general.

https://www.fleetfeet.com/products/superfeet-x-fleet-feet-dynamic-run-max?gclid=CjwKCAjwmJeYBhAwEiwAXlg0AeBNUG2h3IJnd8CduXmM83ivvDhIFX5qr4-9uWZ62IY62B09L60jYxoCsG4QAvD_BwE&size=C

These are much thinner than most of the softer and/or thicker insoles I've tried, but they're pretty dense and the arch support is hard so feels good under my feet. I'm pretty noticeably less sore and feet hurt less after skating. Feels like it just distributes everything better in a subtle way.

Was pretty skeptical at first because they feel so thin and walking around doesn't seem like there's as much cushion.

Your mileage may vary but I'll be buying these thin superfeet run variants to throw in my cupsoles for the foreseeable future.

I also got the superfeet orange, a little more forefoot cushioning in those, but for most of my cupsoles shoes, they make my foot a little too high up in the shoe for it to work well for skating, good for chilling though. I imagine if the stock insole is thick like a vans one, or a nike react, it could work well though.

[Sketch Hitchcock]

Ill echo what Ive read here before and say the FP Gamechangers used to be softer and amazing and then all of a sudden my new set were stiff and hard, and the next too. Mid 2020 I wanna say?

Swapped out the FP’s I always run in my Emerica Omen Hi’s with the G6 insoles they came with this week.  So far so good.  Feel pretty similar, maybe G6’s are slightly comfier.  Caveat is I dont jump down stuff.  But I pop around a lot and usually deal with pain if the shoes dont protect well.

I also felt like the contour/shape my FP’s were already molded to were too extreme for my foot, exacerbating my existing issues maybe?  The G6’s feel better, could be the novelty...  Will report back but I could be off that Brezinski tip (thankfully) for good

[art hellman]

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i personally want a cloud of an insole
boardfeel is my third or fourth priority
im tall, heavy, and have hops. cushioning cant be neglected

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These are like adding adding an adidas Boost midsole to any shoe. I like the Starter Comfort model for tighter toe boxes as they have a higher heel and thinner forefoot, but they have less contour:

https://www.hefeluxx.com/collections/insole/products/starter-insoles

I like the Ultra Deluxe 2.0 for support. More contour and more even thickness from heel to toe:

https://www.hefeluxx.com/collections/insole/products/deluxe-comfort-insoles

i use the starter ones in most of my vulc shoes.  definitely well cushioned for the lack of bulk. 

[tzhangdox]

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i personally want a cloud of an insole
boardfeel is my third or fourth priority
im tall, heavy, and have hops. cushioning cant be neglected

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These are like adding adding an adidas Boost midsole to any shoe. I like the Starter Comfort model for tighter toe boxes as they have a higher heel and thinner forefoot, but they have less contour:

https://www.hefeluxx.com/collections/insole/products/starter-insoles

I like the Ultra Deluxe 2.0 for support. More contour and more even thickness from heel to toe:

https://www.hefeluxx.com/collections/insole/products/deluxe-comfort-insoles

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i use the starter ones in most of my vulc shoes.  definitely well cushioned for the lack of bulk.

Yeah these are quite good too. My favourite ones I've tried outside of superfeet

[logjammin]

Bumping this thread cause I've never tried any aftermarket insoles and these were $20 with great reviews. I just helped someone move all day today and had these in the Jamie foy NB# slip ons and they felt amazing. Highly recommend