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[Lukabrazi]

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These came quick. Quality on the sole feels much better than a regular blazer , much better than a normal GT

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Jealous. Are those the Polar cords that just came out too? I want both, but I'm in between jobs rn and can't justify spending  savings on them.

they are the polar surf cords, really nice, luckily didn't have to pay full price on them but I'd say they are worth their retail tag. very unique type of corduroy . skated these GT's the last two days and they have held up really well, the higher taping on the sole takes almost all of my flick so the suede hasn't been fucked up at all. really wish they'd toss this sole on all blazer models.

[chris.]

Etnies Veer.

I just compared them with my Vans Ultrarange pro 2’s which were also kinda long and narrow (and required a 1/2 size up). These are more comfortable and have a better shape. Still would love to find a shoe that fits just like the dunk with great mid foot lock and plenty of boxy toe room.

Have you tried the Legacy Slim?  I haven’t worn a dunk in ages but I love the Legacy Slim because this is exactly how they fit my feet.

[Atiba Applebum]

Yea, I know, try and contain your envy.

Are you an amateur wrestler?

[DarkPools]

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Is there much difference between a Veer and an Accel Slim?

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I haven't had the accel slim any time recently so IDK. The Michelin sole is probably the biggest difference. I would like to hear some input from others though, I wouldn't mind picking up a pair of accel slims in the future. to someone who has had both- are they the same sizing wise?

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Have both. Not very similar.

Accel slims have a much thinner/more flexible sole, and tongue centering straps. The Veer feels a bit more bulky all around aside from the tongue. Accels also fit a half size small, Veers are true to size.

Sounds like you got these two backwards, but that's just me. Lol. Accel Slim (older and newer ones) are pretty much 100% TTS for me, while the Veer is half a size small. I had 6 Accel Slims and I always went 11 (my regular size), while I need 11.5 in Veer (also an 11.5 in Joslin and Maranas). Some people can get away with their normal size in the Veers but that toe box is stupid narrow if you don't go 0.5 up.

Also, a more appropriate comparison from what I have tried would be this:

- Veer & Accel Slim Plus (not the regular slim) or the reissued Contract (Kelly Hart, Asta, Wade D, Creager ones) those two es models are the closest to Veer, but the Veer has a thicker sole than both of those two. Not Lynx thick but enough to need you to break them in.

[Sila]

My Accel Slims fit half a size small

[Skoldbergscones]

Could be a foot width issue. I wear an 11 and found Accel slims were just a little too narrow in my normal size.

[Glurmpz]

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Is there much difference between a Veer and an Accel Slim?

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I haven't had the accel slim any time recently so IDK. The Michelin sole is probably the biggest difference. I would like to hear some input from others though, I wouldn't mind picking up a pair of accel slims in the future. to someone who has had both- are they the same sizing wise?

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Have both. Not very similar.

Accel slims have a much thinner/more flexible sole, and tongue centering straps. The Veer feels a bit more bulky all around aside from the tongue. Accels also fit a half size small, Veers are true to size.

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Sounds like you got these two backwards, but that's just me. Lol. Accel Slim (older and newer ones) are pretty much 100% TTS for me, while the Veer is half a size small. I had 6 Accel Slims and I always went 11 (my regular size), while I need 11.5 in Veer (also an 11.5 in Joslin and Maranas). Some people can get away with their normal size in the Veers but that toe box is stupid narrow if you don't go 0.5 up.

Also, a more appropriate comparison from what I have tried would be this:

- Veer & Accel Slim Plus (not the regular slim) or the reissued Contract (Kelly Hart, Asta, Wade D, Creager ones) those two es models are the closest to Veer, but the Veer has a thicker sole than both of those two. Not Lynx thick but enough to need you to break them in.

That's interesting to hear. I've had several pairs of the Accel Slim over the years, only one was a 10.5, and it killed my foot so much I had to give them to a friend. Unfortunately, the 11's get a tad too roomy once worked in, so even though I love that shoe, neither 10.5 or 11 really fits me right. It's better with the new insoles, but they would last me longer if the 10.5 was just a tad bigger. I'm gonna keep trying on the 10.5's incase one color fits better - that happens sometimes.

My Veer's are more than roomy enough right off the bat in 10.5. Shame I can't feel my board at all in them. Got the brown/gum and would love to skate them more but I prefer a thin cupsole with more boardfeel.

[hobochimp]

These came quick. Quality on the sole feels much better than a regular blazer , much better than a normal GT

This photo made me want to buy these. Wish I hadn't slept on the drop. Didn't realize the higher taping until now as well, that is definitely a plus.

[DarkPools]

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Is there much difference between a Veer and an Accel Slim?

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I haven't had the accel slim any time recently so IDK. The Michelin sole is probably the biggest difference. I would like to hear some input from others though, I wouldn't mind picking up a pair of accel slims in the future. to someone who has had both- are they the same sizing wise?

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Have both. Not very similar.

Accel slims have a much thinner/more flexible sole, and tongue centering straps. The Veer feels a bit more bulky all around aside from the tongue. Accels also fit a half size small, Veers are true to size.

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Sounds like you got these two backwards, but that's just me. Lol. Accel Slim (older and newer ones) are pretty much 100% TTS for me, while the Veer is half a size small. I had 6 Accel Slims and I always went 11 (my regular size), while I need 11.5 in Veer (also an 11.5 in Joslin and Maranas). Some people can get away with their normal size in the Veers but that toe box is stupid narrow if you don't go 0.5 up.

Also, a more appropriate comparison from what I have tried would be this:

- Veer & Accel Slim Plus (not the regular slim) or the reissued Contract (Kelly Hart, Asta, Wade D, Creager ones) those two es models are the closest to Veer, but the Veer has a thicker sole than both of those two. Not Lynx thick but enough to need you to break them in.

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That's interesting to hear. I've had several pairs of the Accel Slim over the years, only one was a 10.5, and it killed my foot so much I had to give them to a friend. Unfortunately, the 11's get a tad too roomy once worked in, so even though I love that shoe, neither 10.5 or 11 really fits me right. It's better with the new insoles, but they would last me longer if the 10.5 was just a tad bigger. I'm gonna keep trying on the 10.5's incase one color fits better - that happens sometimes.

My Veer's are more than roomy enough right off the bat in 10.5. Shame I can't feel my board at all in them. Got the brown/gum and would love to skate them more but I prefer a thin cupsole with more boardfeel.

Interesting! Maybe we just have different shaped feet from each other, which is totally likely/common.
Good point about insoles and colors on models. I had that happen with a pair of 11 KWalks that felt like a super snug 10.5 but other 11 Kwalks felt fine.
The Veers are a roomier shoe (TTS or half up) to me because the upper is not as padded as it looks, in spite of the paneling overlaps "looking bulky". However, the sole is interesting. It's thick but not that thick. It has some bounce to it but I never fully got the right connection between shoe and board with my pair. Something similar to what you experienced, where it never softened up in the right places to be ideally responsive. They felt like a worse version of the Marana, imo. It's a shoe that has potential for the right person/foot. It's back to Maranas and Joslins for me though.

[Urtripping]

Go to chiller, air max 90s. Air Max 1 great too. If only skate shoes felt this good...

[Big Baby Jesus]

Tried to get a good picture of these Cons but Sydney wanted in... I've skated then for about 7 hours now. They're a nice thin mid top cupsole with nice arch support. The sole and the suede have both been really durable. I did super glue the seams around the chevron and toe because they looked they they would have blown out early on. Was thinking of jumping to one stars or LL but might just stay right here and get some more Fastbreaks.

[ramplocal]

Tried to get a good picture of these Cons but Sydney wanted in... I've skated then for about 7 hours now. They're a nice thin mid top cupsole with nice arch support. The sole and the suede have both been really durable. I did super glue the seams around the chevron and toe because they looked they they would have blown out early on. Was thinking of jumping to one stars or LL but might just stay right here and get some more Fastbreaks.

The all black looks so dope! Also cute pup!

[jay_nev]

Still 440. Sunday morning.  Break in so good and last for my quick sessions but also daily wear. How’s everyone’s slap sponsored eBay steal pair going?

[vegangangzta]

[ungzilla]

damn i could never be vegan

[Yoshi]

Adidas Palace Pro, Chewy Cannon colourway. Got these for chilling in rather than to skate.

[noileum]

Tempted to actually skate these once they've been worn a bit.  Sole is a bit thick, but I think they might work out for low impact shits and giggles (and low impact is all I do anyways)

[Big Baby Jesus]

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Tried to get a good picture of these Cons but Sydney wanted in... I've skated then for about 7 hours now. They're a nice thin mid top cupsole with nice arch support. The sole and the suede have both been really durable. I did super glue the seams around the chevron and toe because they looked they they would have blown out early on. Was thinking of jumping to one stars or LL but might just stay right here and get some more Fastbreaks.

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The all black looks so dope! Also cute pup!

Thanks! She just turned 10. We rescued her at 2. She actually had her spleen removed 3 weeks ago and is finally back to her old self.

But the all black suede are awesome. Keep seeing cromer and sage skating all white with a green or red chevron. Would love to cop those especially if they're all leather.

[finknoos]

Skating the OG Gato's at the moment, wish they still made them like this as i'm not really a fan of the new version with the added panelling on the toe etc.

[Slugboi22]

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Tried to get a good picture of these Cons but Sydney wanted in... I've skated then for about 7 hours now. They're a nice thin mid top cupsole with nice arch support. The sole and the suede have both been really durable. I did super glue the seams around the chevron and toe because they looked they they would have blown out early on. Was thinking of jumping to one stars or LL but might just stay right here and get some more Fastbreaks.

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The all black looks so dope! Also cute pup!

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Thanks! She just turned 10. We rescued her at 2. She actually had her spleen removed 3 weeks ago and is finally back to her old self.

But the all black suede are awesome. Keep seeing cromer and sage skating all white with a green or red chevron. Would love to cop those especially if they're all leather.

unfortunately i don’t believe they are all the fastbreaks i’ve seen around that are leather also have the shitty nylon that blows out in like 2 sessions. I hope they make more all suede color ways though!

[johnes]

Really happy with these. Gonna start skating them asap
Just got them yesterday but I’m wearing them at work so they are a little dirty already. The sole is surprisingly flexible.
They fit true to size for me.
Pretty sure this would be a great replacement for dunks.
I rode around on my board for a bit today and holy cow I totally forgot what board feel was, these have the most feel of any shoe I’ve skated this year.

[Donkey Lips]

Skating the OG Gato's at the moment, wish they still made them like this as i'm not really a fan of the new version with the added panelling on the toe etc.

Those shoes were fucking great. I miss those and the old Zoom FCs.

[maxi-pad]

it’s the dylans fo today

[Deekay]

Tried to get a good picture of these Cons but Sydney wanted in... I've skated then for about 7 hours now. They're a nice thin mid top cupsole with nice arch support. The sole and the suede have both been really durable. I did super glue the seams around the chevron and toe because they looked they they would have blown out early on. Was thinking of jumping to one stars or LL but might just stay right here and get some more Fastbreaks.

Shoes look cool as well but the pupper gained you the +1 today, adorable.

[Leib, Son of Nat]

Fila fitness suede with footprint insole. Surprised at how good these things are. Bought them on a whim a while back at The Ross Dress For Less for $25.

[Frank]

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pretty nice actually, those ragged edges would freak me out a bit about skating them, but i guess they are not that noticeable.

i think i had the same shoe in all brown and hi as a kid when i was 11 or so to wear as a winter shoe. i think that was when i was seeing my first rap videos and started to want cool clothes and i wanted something that resembled brown timbs, without having to wear actual boots. i remember loving that shoe and feeling cool as hell wearing them with my baggy southpole jeans. ha. shortly before i started skating. if i didn't grow out of these within a year or two i probably would have tried to skate in them.

[Leib, Son of Nat]

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pretty nice actually, those ragged edges would freak me out a bit about skating them, but i guess they are not that noticeable.

i think i had the same shoe in all brown and hi as a kid when i was 11 or so to wear as a winter shoe. i think that was when i was seeing my first rap videos and started to want cool clothes and i wanted something that resembled brown timbs, without having to wear actual boots. i remember loving that shoe and feeling cool as hell wearing them with my baggy southpole jeans. ha. shortly before i started skating. if i didn't grow out of these within a year or two i probably would have tried to skate in them.

Give them a shot for skating. I was skating some Nike SB lunar gato world cups, then randomly switched and decided to just wear these, then donate to the men's shelter when I'm over it. I liked them enough to buy some F13 black leather for $36

[zozu]

Converse Rival Mid
I got these from an outlet for basically nothing to see how they skate, first impression is very slippery but the look-down factor is sick.

[Frank]

Converse Rival Mid
I got these from an outlet for basically nothing to see how they skate, first impression is very slippery but the look-down factor is sick.

i really dig how the panels and stitching overlap on this one. looks really appealing for some reason.

[johnes]

Converse Rival Mid
I got these from an outlet for basically nothing to see how they skate, first impression is very slippery but the look-down factor is sick.

Damn those are nice!