I skate with the green ones and I like them. Your experience may differ. However, I find that supporting my arches makes my ankles and knees stay in line much better, which decreases pain in my lower back and hips. Also, I like that I can switch them out for new ones when they get packed down or the plastic gets bent. I tried skating with some sports orthotics before and it was a nightmare. That said, I’ve never tried any skate insoles, so maybe I should give those a whirl next time I’m not poor.