Post the shoes you're wearing.

[Sila]

Murder murder! Chilling in the murdered out Romero Americana today! 
(I had to go 0.5 size up to fit comfortably in these, as they run a bit narrow and small in the toe box. Not sure if anyone else felt that with trying these)
Pretty comfortable, but a little stiff in some places. Should break in nicely with time before I skate them and eventually swap to white laces 

Yep i've got the grey ones. One foot fits ok and the other is too tight. But yeah they seem to run small for everyone. I'm bummed because I really like the style.

[Firebert]

One foot fits ok and the other is too tight.

This has been my problem with Emerica consistently the last 2-3 years. I've had to return more than I've kept. Love the brand and always will be a loyal pawn.

[GoldenGateHeights]

Adidas Aloha Super Karol Winthorp

[ungzilla]

damn now i want a mcrib

[Nth syd bear]

I thought I wasn’t going to like them buttttttt I’m psyched on these Rowan.

I can see why they look dope.
started skating a pair of Rowans last week, surprised and how comfortable they are

[RichardBarkley]

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Pissed off with these. Has anyone else had this experience?

Lakai cambridge are so grippy... In the extreme. So much so it completely fucks up board control and flips.

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I feel you mate, I have the all black Tae cambridge and they were also way to grippy for me. They are regulated to working shoes until the sole wears a bit off. You could also sand your grip a bit down, but that isn't the best solution in the long run.

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Ok so I'm not going mental or being too precious.

How annoying is that though? You should be able to skate them.out of the box

Is there a way to sand the soles of the shoes down ?

[stets]

I never luck out on shop Dunk raffles of SNKRS app draws, so there is no way in hell I'm getting the Chicago SB Dunk Low. However, I DID luck out and score the next best thing on Depop, Jordan Low Chicago's from like 2015? Very lightly used and cheaper than retail for a new pair of dunks.

They are the thin more 80's correct build with the wings logo on the upper heel piece.. I'm weird and liked the thinned out Ishod dunks for skating, so I think I might like these if I skate them?

[Urtripping]

I never luck out on shop Dunk raffles of SNKRS app draws, so there is no way in hell I'm getting the Chicago SB Dunk Low. However, I DID luck out and score the next best thing on Depop, Jordan Low Chicago's from like 2015? Very lightly used and cheaper than retail for a new pair of dunks.

They are the thin more 80's correct build with the wings logo on the upper heel piece.. I'm weird and liked the thinned out Ishod dunks for skating, so I think I might like these if I skate them?

Personally, I think Jordan 1's skate better than SB dunks. I'd skate them, but it would be hard to trash that colorway... maybe a few sessions though Those are really sick man, good find!

[jay_nev]

I never luck out on shop Dunk raffles of SNKRS app draws, so there is no way in hell I'm getting the Chicago SB Dunk Low. However, I DID luck out and score the next best thing on Depop, Jordan Low Chicago's from like 2015? Very lightly used and cheaper than retail for a new pair of dunks.

They are the thin more 80's correct build with the wings logo on the upper heel piece.. I'm weird and liked the thinned out Ishod dunks for skating, so I think I might like these if I skate them?

jordan 1 skate great for sure.
And those released 2/14/2016 and go for upwards of $600 when new. You sure they legit? What size? Nice score

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I never luck out on shop Dunk raffles of SNKRS app draws, so there is no way in hell I'm getting the Chicago SB Dunk Low. However, I DID luck out and score the next best thing on Depop, Jordan Low Chicago's from like 2015? Very lightly used and cheaper than retail for a new pair of dunks.

They are the thin more 80's correct build with the wings logo on the upper heel piece.. I'm weird and liked the thinned out Ishod dunks for skating, so I think I might like these if I skate them?

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jordan 1 skate great for sure.
And those released 2/14/2016 and go for upwards of $600 when new. You sure they legit? What size? Nice score

I've managed to snag a few okay Jordans in the last 5 years. These are size 9.5 and they pass the legitimacy checks I know to make! Compared them against my Bred AJ1's that I camped out in line for back in 2016, and they match up in terms of outsole, interior details, and inside tag specifics. Manufacturing date is in fall 2015. The seller said they were an old ex's and she was getting rid of things he left years ago and hadn't picked up after her trying to get shit back to him since then... so his loss is my gain?

[RichardBarkley]

Emerica Low Vulc .... Reynolds pretty much.

The lakai cambridge are way too grippy. Didn't want to skate these yet but oh well.

And yes my grip is filthy. Jessup + crust + winter

[babywantsbluevelvet]

Posted in the new Vans thread:

Got the new Skate Sk8 Hi yesterday. It’s early and I haven’t skated in them yet, but they feel very solid. The canvas pieces have been replaced with something I can’t quite figure out, but it feels extremely durable—almost like a waxed jacket. The insole seems to be of the same Popcush compound, but feels sturdier from a structural standpoint. They sit a bit lower and flatter (the sides don’t come up as much) and the bottom has its own little waffle print thing going. As for the fit, new Vans always feel a little big at first and then fit like a glove once they bend to my feet. These are in line with my past experiences with classic Sk8 His—ever so slightly roomier in the toes. I will say that the heel feels much more secure.

I’ve tried to attach pictures, so hopefully they work. The new insole is on the left.

[rumstove]

Summer 2019 I was at Gander Outdoors looking for some kayak stuff. I noticed they were blowing out all their skateboard stuff because they were no longer carrying skateboard equipment. Found these Globe Furys and a pair of Globe Mark Appleyards in my size. With all the discounts ended up being two pairs for $40. These Fury shoes are the most comfy skate shoe I've ever had.

[funeral_tuxedo]

Posted in the new Vans thread:

Got the new Skate Sk8 Hi yesterday. It’s early and I haven’t skated in them yet, but they feel very solid. The canvas pieces have been replaced with something I can’t quite figure out, but it feels extremely durable—almost like a waxed jacket. The insole seems to be of the same Popcush compound, but feels sturdier from a structural standpoint. They sit a bit lower and flatter (the sides don’t come up as much) and the bottom has its own little waffle print thing going. As for the fit, new Vans always feel a little big at first and then fit like a glove once they bend to my feet. These are in line with my past experiences with classic Sk8 His—ever so slightly roomier in the toes. I will say that the heel feels much more secure.

I’ve tried to attach pictures, so hopefully they work. The new insole is on the left.

hey @babywantsbluevelvet is the new insole still very high arched with a thick back and then extremely thin forefoot or is that less so / the overall flatness you were describing?

[babywantsbluevelvet]

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Posted in the new Vans thread:

Got the new Skate Sk8 Hi yesterday. It’s early and I haven’t skated in them yet, but they feel very solid. The canvas pieces have been replaced with something I can’t quite figure out, but it feels extremely durable—almost like a waxed jacket. The insole seems to be of the same Popcush compound, but feels sturdier from a structural standpoint. They sit a bit lower and flatter (the sides don’t come up as much) and the bottom has its own little waffle print thing going. As for the fit, new Vans always feel a little big at first and then fit like a glove once they bend to my feet. These are in line with my past experiences with classic Sk8 His—ever so slightly roomier in the toes. I will say that the heel feels much more secure.

I’ve tried to attach pictures, so hopefully they work. The new insole is on the left.

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hey @babywantsbluevelvet is the new insole still very high arched with a thick back and then extremely thin forefoot or is that less so / the overall flatness you were describing?

It’s more balanced and feels beefier in the forefoot, if only slightly. The new insole has the black top and the old has the white top. The box is resting on the new insole and floating over the old one. We’re talking a mm if that, but if this place has taught me anything...
 

[stets]

Definitely looks less beefy in the heel, less scooped out, less of a cup like some orthotic or something. Thanks for posting the detailed pics @babywantsbluevelvet! You're the first of us to actually get a pair of these in-hand, it seems.

[hobochimp]

I never luck out on shop Dunk raffles of SNKRS app draws, so there is no way in hell I'm getting the Chicago SB Dunk Low. However, I DID luck out and score the next best thing on Depop, Jordan Low Chicago's from like 2015? Very lightly used and cheaper than retail for a new pair of dunks.

They are the thin more 80's correct build with the wings logo on the upper heel piece.. I'm weird and liked the thinned out Ishod dunks for skating, so I think I might like these if I skate them?

Sweet find. Definitely worth trying out to skate if you liked the ishod dunks. Just did a short session in a pair of court purple lows I have and they skate great.

[jay_nev]

@babywantsbluevelvet thanks for the pics.  Insole look like a better. The on feet shots and color look a lot better too. Would you say the shoe is stiffer overall, or just the heel?

[babywantsbluevelvet]

@babywantsbluevelvet thanks for the pics.  Insole look like a better. The on feet shots and color look a lot better too. Would you say the shoe is stiffer overall, or just the heel?

Happy to contribute. They’re definitely stiffer overall. The side panels feel a bit like the Rowans, so I would guess they’re reinforced in the same way. There’s a greater feeling of resistance when you move your ankles around against them with your feet flat on the ground. Might chafe if you tie them too tight.

I’ve never been the type to care about breaking in shoes (esp Vans), but I think these could use it. It’s going to be hard to sacrifice their new looks when the time comes. Will report back when I go through with it.

[funeral_tuxedo]

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Posted in the new Vans thread:

Got the new Skate Sk8 Hi yesterday. It’s early and I haven’t skated in them yet, but they feel very solid. The canvas pieces have been replaced with something I can’t quite figure out, but it feels extremely durable—almost like a waxed jacket. The insole seems to be of the same Popcush compound, but feels sturdier from a structural standpoint. They sit a bit lower and flatter (the sides don’t come up as much) and the bottom has its own little waffle print thing going. As for the fit, new Vans always feel a little big at first and then fit like a glove once they bend to my feet. These are in line with my past experiences with classic Sk8 His—ever so slightly roomier in the toes. I will say that the heel feels much more secure.

I’ve tried to attach pictures, so hopefully they work. The new insole is on the left.

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hey @babywantsbluevelvet is the new insole still very high arched with a thick back and then extremely thin forefoot or is that less so / the overall flatness you were describing?

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It’s more balanced and feels beefier in the forefoot, if only slightly. The new insole has the black top and the old has the white top. The box is resting on the new insole and floating over the old one. We’re talking a mm if that, but if this place has taught me anything...
 

thanks for the info and pics @babywantsbluevelvet

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Hope the skate classic half cabs come in the classic contrast stitching black/white and navy/white colors. Not having to rip out the classic insoles like im doing nowadays while having the removable popcush stock in those colors seems appealing to me.

[animalflesh]

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Breaking these in

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Cuff looks nice.What jeans/pants are you running?

Sorry missed this

Just classic black sweatpants like fruit of the loom or something and I cuff them to keep them out of the way when I skate

[jerrygurneyscream]

[Frank]

looking a lot better on your feet than i would think seeing just the shoe.

[hobochimp]

So jealous. These are my grails 😂😂

[jerrygurneyscream]

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So jealous. These are my grails 😂😂

Honestly same, didn’t think I’d ever get them but I had a friend who was trying to flip them with no bites and I had a pair of shoes he wanted so I convinced him to do a trade and now I have dream dunks

[jay_nev]

Those are sick @jerrygurneyscream i tried for them but struck out hard

Cheap Ave pros around the house to break em in. Light and broken-in upper feeling out the box.

[rumstove]

Globe Mahalo SG (Mark Appleyard)

[Lukabrazi]

skated these at the end of summer and retired them before they were too beat to wear.

really like them with the blue laces for chilling.

[Manny Fapuiao]

Those are sick @jerrygurneyscream i tried for them but struck out hard

Cheap Ave pros around the house to break em in. Light and broken-in upper feeling out the box.

hope you enjoy them, such a good lightweight shoe