eS thread

[MMongrel]

For some reason I want those Imprint Kevlars very much for chillers.

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For some reason I want those Imprint Kevlars very much for chillers.

came here to post about those? anybody got em? they look good, look like they would last a long time. $$$ tho

[Texas_Tone]

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For some reason I want those Imprint Kevlars very much for chillers.

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came here to post about those? anybody got em? they look good, look like they would last a long time. $$$ tho

My coworker got a pair, they feel good in hand, and are not extremely poofy, they look like they would skate really well, he’s a painter/bike dude so I doubt he is gonna skate them, but they look sick, I’m kinda partial to the black color

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yeah I like the black color way the best too but the other ones aren’t bad. I was just bout to type how I couldn’t find any info/vids but I just saw a Ben degros vid on em from 3 days ago.

[roba]

if anyone cares they changed the insole on the accel for a thicker one and now they fit a half size smaller than they used to unless you switch it out. i don't know if the new insoles are good because i didn't use them but they seem better than the old ones.

[IanBZHD]

if anyone cares they changed the insole on the accel for a thicker one and now they fit a half size smaller than they used to unless you switch it out. i don't know if the new insoles are good because i didn't use them but they seem better than the old ones.

I've not bought accels many times because they can't stop changing things.
I have no idea how they will fit or how puffy they will be colorway to colorway, so just avoid them even though I've wished for a good accel for 20 years.

[DarkPools]

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if anyone cares they changed the insole on the accel for a thicker one and now they fit a half size smaller than they used to unless you switch it out. i don't know if the new insoles are good because i didn't use them but they seem better than the old ones.

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I've not bought accels many times because they can't stop changing things.
I have no idea how they will fit or how puffy they will be colorway to colorway, so just avoid them even though I've wished for a good accel for 20 years.

To be honest, the current Accel '95 is the best take on Accels since before they switched to the moon boot puff in the early 2000s. I think you'd be pleased if you took a shot on them.

The insole change (removable on nearly all Es models since 2022) shouldn't steer you (or anyone really) away because it's comparable to every other brand out right now. Most brands offer mediocre insoles and aren't even removable.

Anyways, some Accel colorways are starting to have the insole that's found in the Emerica Mute and TJ Rogers, it seems. I reckon that's replacing the existing perforated one Es and Emerica were using. Pictures below. They're thicker and non-perforated, so more cushion

[rikki]

To be honest, the current Accel '95 is the best take on Accels since before they switched to the moon boot puff in the early 2000s. I think you'd be pleased if you took a shot on them.

The insole change (removable on nearly all Es models since 2022) shouldn't steer you (or anyone really) away because it's comparable to every other brand out right now. Most brands offer mediocre insoles and aren't even removable.

Anyways, some Accel colorways are starting to have the insole that's found in the Emerica Mute and TJ Rogers, it seems. I reckon that's replacing the existing perforated one Es and Emerica were using. Pictures below. They're thicker and non-perforated, so more cushion

Agree on the Accel '95 being great. It really is like the original Accel. I can't stand the super-puffy "OG" version, plus the naming has always put me off. The '95 is the actual "og" now.

Anyway, yeah, good to know about the new insoles being included in the new Accels as well. The perforated ones are pretty weak. I swapped a pair of old STI insoles that I saved from a pair of Joslins way back and they work great in my '95s.

[propaganda]

just got some white Accel ogs and they are the best [wide foot freaks]. My pinky toe is in heaven. They breaking in so fast/good. I don’t really like white shoes but they were $60. I think they the first Accel I had too.

Glad the new original are working for you guys but literally fuck them shits not fair y’all  getting all the exotic colors and new insoles and shit.

[Willie]

From a cushioning/sole unit perspective, the Swift 2.0 and the Accel Fit are like the same shoe, right?

I’ve been seeing some crazy deals on those. What’s the sizing on those like? I used to go down a half size from my typical Nike/NBs on the older Soletech shoes but the last time I tried that with an Etnies Joslin it was way too snug.

[GardenSkater77]

From a cushioning/sole unit perspective, the Swift 2.0 and the Accel Fit are like the same shoe, right?

I’ve been seeing some crazy deals on those. What’s the sizing on those like? I used to go down a half size from my typical Nike/NBs on the older Soletech shoes but the last time I tried that with an Etnies Joslin it was way too snug.

I would go with the swift 2.0. Looks like the sole is refined (more curve so that helps the shoe conform to your foot better. Also the inner fabric breathes better and grabs your sock better due to the perforations.

[DarkPools]

From a cushioning/sole unit perspective, the Swift 2.0 and the Accel Fit are like the same shoe, right?

I’ve been seeing some crazy deals on those. What’s the sizing on those like? I used to go down a half size from my typical Nike/NBs on the older Soletech shoes but the last time I tried that with an Etnies Joslin it was way too snug.

Swift 2.0 fits tighter than Accel Fit in my experience after trying both out in the same size. I think the Accel Fit is the better choice but the Swift 2.0 look better I reckon

Swift 2.0 runs 0.5 small while Accel Fit is much closer to TTS.
 Odd, since they both share the same sole.

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Accel day kelvar accel hype? 300 pairs world wide? Shop exclusive?

[Chalupa]

Accel day kelvar accel hype? 300 pairs world wide? Shop exclusive?

300 pairs total for 33 shops, according to the post. 35th Ave and No Comply will have them.

I want a pair but they’ll probably sell out before I get a chance. If I can’t get a pair, I’ll settle for those Kevlar Imprints because I hate the way shoe-gooed shoes feel when they rub against the griptape.

[rob]

just got some white Accel ogs and they are the best [wide foot freaks]. My pinky toe is in heaven. They breaking in so fast/good. I don’t really like white shoes but they were $60. I think they the first Accel I had too.

Glad the new original are working for you guys but literally fuck them shits not fair y’all  getting all the exotic colors and new insoles and shit.

Can anyone else confirm? The OG fit wider than the 95’s?

I’m also a wide foot and need that extra space

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Accel day kelvar accel hype? 300 pairs world wide? Shop exclusive?

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300 pairs total for 33 shops, according to the post. 35th Ave and No Comply will have them.

I want a pair but they’ll probably sell out before I get a chance. If I can’t get a pair, I’ll settle for those Kevlar Imprints because I hate the way shoe-gooed shoes feel when they rub against the griptape.

Imprints go harder imo. Seems they really hyped on the kelvar. I wanna try too but don’t feel like risking trying something new.

I think I like that there trying to do limited release through shops

[roba]

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just got some white Accel ogs and they are the best [wide foot freaks]. My pinky toe is in heaven. They breaking in so fast/good. I don’t really like white shoes but they were $60. I think they the first Accel I had too.

Glad the new original are working for you guys but literally fuck them shits not fair y’all  getting all the exotic colors and new insoles and shit.

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Can anyone else confirm? The OG fit wider than the 95’s?

I’m also a wide foot and need that extra space

i can confirm, i can't do the accel og because there's way too much space in the toebox for me, it's wider and a little taller than the 95

[DarkPools]

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just got some white Accel ogs and they are the best [wide foot freaks]. My pinky toe is in heaven. They breaking in so fast/good. I don’t really like white shoes but they were $60. I think they the first Accel I had too.

Glad the new original are working for you guys but literally fuck them shits not fair y’all  getting all the exotic colors and new insoles and shit.

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Can anyone else confirm? The OG fit wider than the 95’s?

I’m also a wide foot and need that extra space

Absolutely the OG is a wider fit. You'll also need to size up 1.0 in the Accel '95 from your OG Size.

I'm a 12 in OGs and a 13 in '95. The '95 is noticeably more contoured toe to heel. I like the '95, but they are more snug up front vs the OGs in my opinion

[Thebird]

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just got some white Accel ogs and they are the best [wide foot freaks]. My pinky toe is in heaven. They breaking in so fast/good. I don’t really like white shoes but they were $60. I think they the first Accel I had too.

Glad the new original are working for you guys but literally fuck them shits not fair y’all  getting all the exotic colors and new insoles and shit.

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Can anyone else confirm? The OG fit wider than the 95’s?

I’m also a wide foot and need that extra space

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Absolutely the OG is a wider fit. You'll also need to size up 1.0 in the Accel '95 from your OG Size.

I'm a 12 in OGs and a 13 in '95. The '95 is noticeably more contoured toe to heel. I like the '95, but they are more snug up front vs the OGs in my opinion

Yup, ogs work for me, but the 95s just don't have enough volume up front.  I'm bummed they didn't fit, because they look great, and they have some sick colorways out now.

[rocklobster]

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From a cushioning/sole unit perspective, the Swift 2.0 and the Accel Fit are like the same shoe, right?

I’ve been seeing some crazy deals on those. What’s the sizing on those like? I used to go down a half size from my typical Nike/NBs on the older Soletech shoes but the last time I tried that with an Etnies Joslin it was way too snug.

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Swift 2.0 fits tighter than Accel Fit in my experience after trying both out in the same size. I think the Accel Fit is the better choice but the Swift 2.0 look better I reckon

Swift 2.0 runs 0.5 small while Accel Fit is much closer to TTS.
 Odd, since they both share the same sole.

Haven't checked out eS in a hot minute and when I saw the Swift 2.0:


That aside, been eyeing the Accel Fit, zero reviews online but they look like an interesting chance up from 1010s. Anyone have the word on how the fit and last?

[Gray Imp Sausage Metal]

Kevlar Accel shouldn’t have been limited edition imho ….