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[TheCrimsonShroud]

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The regular Sk8 Hi is rubbish. Make sure you get the "Skate" version.

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It’s just silly though. Imagine if you had to pay more for the “basketball” version of Jordans. Like, vans are supposedly for skating

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Ha yeah for sure!

The only difference is there is a lot more to the Skate or even the older Pro range, but I wouldn't know if there was anything different at all in the Jordan shoe.

A single dollar more at the manufacturing end will often end up in the ten dollar plus range at retail stores though, twenty if it is here in AU or other places that have more hands to pass through to get to the end consumer.

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The “skate” version of the Jordan 4s are miles better in comfort than the regular ones to the point where I heard they might be changing the regular one to incorporate the changes made by the SB version.  (I think I saw Koston alluding to something like that)

I feel dirty saying it, but that’s something I like about Nike. They actually do push shoe tech and will apply it across lines. It might cost more for their premium shit, but they also don’t sell their price point shoes with no tech and act like it’s for this or that sport.

[matt_2993]

[Willie]

^Save those insoles! The best.

[matt_2993]

^Save those insoles! The best.

I was just literally telling my friend seconds ago how nice these air pockets are.  So fucking sick

[logjammin]

Anyone try the adidas samba adv in recent months? Are they tight in the toe area? I don't think I've ever tried a pair of Adidas skate shoes. I remember the classic samba used to fit fine back in the day but companies love to change their last.

[Daydream]

Anyone try the adidas samba adv in recent months? Are they tight in the toe area? I don't think I've ever tried a pair of Adidas skate shoes. I remember the classic samba used to fit fine back in the day but companies love to change their last.

yea toes were a little snug, but that’s kind of the nature of the shape and more narrow shoe
 the tongue centering straps was the most annoying..  hr maybe it’s my foot shape. it kept pulling the tongue down. Felt like I was constantly pulling the tongue back up .

[pops]

Shanahan Metrics. Bye bye foot pain.

[scab]

Shanahan Metrics. Bye bye foot pain.

Damn. Those look right up my alley. Let us know how they skate!

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Shanahan Metrics. Bye bye foot pain.

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Damn. Those look right up my alley. Let us know how they skate!

Only been walking with these so far and they feel great. The outsole feels very much like Legacy Slims. I'm not sure if this is the exact same outsole, I only had one pair of Legacy slims some years back so I dont remember. I had to get .5 size bigger because the sizing fits smaller than normal. I normally wear 9 in almost every brand (KSL, 440, Vans Skate line lately) but with these I would advice going up 0.5. These feel snug but not tight or narrow for me, fit is comfy and soft. I believe when broken in these will fit even better. I'm gonna skate these today and will report back how they perform. These are not my usual style for sure but I'm definitely hyped I got these. Cant wait to try the Shanahan pros when available.

[pops]

A little update and first impression. I had time for a two hour session and mostly did flip tricks and cruising around. I haven't skated in two weeks since I got hurt. Today body was feeling ok to skate.

I had to get used to the outsole, there's almost no board feel at first but started feeling my board better after some skating.

I needed to tighten my laces quite a bit every now and then but thats probably the shoe starting to break in and starting to mold into my foot shape. This caused a bit of heel slip. After about 30mins that went away and foot felt locked in all the time.

The part of the outsole where you flick is some kind of foamy material that is very slippery at first but after wearing out starts to feel grippier. I was losing even my ollies at first because of that but eventually the grip started to evolve and I could do my tricks normally.

The shoe definitely feels kinda clumsy and boxy at first (coming feom skating the KSL and 440) but started to feel better and better as I skated it more.

This wear is about two hours of ollies, kickflips and treflips.

[MyUserName]

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The regular Sk8 Hi is rubbish. Make sure you get the "Skate" version.

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It’s just silly though. Imagine if you had to pay more for the “basketball” version of Jordans. Like, vans are supposedly for skating

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Ha yeah for sure!

The only difference is there is a lot more to the Skate or even the older Pro range, but I wouldn't know if there was anything different at all in the Jordan shoe.

A single dollar more at the manufacturing end will often end up in the ten dollar plus range at retail stores though, twenty if it is here in AU or other places that have more hands to pass through to get to the end consumer.

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The “skate” version of the Jordan 4s are miles better in comfort than the regular ones to the point where I heard they might be changing the regular one to incorporate the changes made by the SB version.  (I think I saw Koston alluding to something like that)

As someone who has always loved the design of the 4 but never owned a pair (I would never wear them), I’m curious why everyone says their so uncomfortable?

[Fifty8mm]

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The regular Sk8 Hi is rubbish. Make sure you get the "Skate" version.

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It’s just silly though. Imagine if you had to pay more for the “basketball” version of Jordans. Like, vans are supposedly for skating

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Ha yeah for sure!

The only difference is there is a lot more to the Skate or even the older Pro range, but I wouldn't know if there was anything different at all in the Jordan shoe.

A single dollar more at the manufacturing end will often end up in the ten dollar plus range at retail stores though, twenty if it is here in AU or other places that have more hands to pass through to get to the end consumer.

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The “skate” version of the Jordan 4s are miles better in comfort than the regular ones to the point where I heard they might be changing the regular one to incorporate the changes made by the SB version.  (I think I saw Koston alluding to something like that)

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As someone who has always loved the design of the 4 but never owned a pair (I would never wear them), I’m curious why everyone says their so uncomfortable?

Of all the og jordans , 1 through 14, i think the comfiest have been the 2s. It was the most unpopular model till the Offwhite collab. My favorite one. Regular 4 feel clunky. 2s fit good and are flexy.

[Atiba Applebum]

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The regular Sk8 Hi is rubbish. Make sure you get the "Skate" version.

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It’s just silly though. Imagine if you had to pay more for the “basketball” version of Jordans. Like, vans are supposedly for skating

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Ha yeah for sure!

The only difference is there is a lot more to the Skate or even the older Pro range, but I wouldn't know if there was anything different at all in the Jordan shoe.

A single dollar more at the manufacturing end will often end up in the ten dollar plus range at retail stores though, twenty if it is here in AU or other places that have more hands to pass through to get to the end consumer.

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The “skate” version of the Jordan 4s are miles better in comfort than the regular ones to the point where I heard they might be changing the regular one to incorporate the changes made by the SB version.  (I think I saw Koston alluding to something like that)

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As someone who has always loved the design of the 4 but never owned a pair (I would never wear them), I’m curious why everyone says their so uncomfortable?

I don’t know what they exactly did to retool them.   I think there might be an article somewhere bc Koston said they were R&Ding the model for a year, but anecdotally, there is no longer any tightness or breaking in needed in the toe knuckle area

[BartHarleyJarvis]

Oh it’s ON

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A little update and first impression. I had time for a two hour session and mostly did flip tricks and cruising around. I haven't skated in two weeks since I got hurt. Today body was feeling ok to skate.

I had to get used to the outsole, there's almost no board feel at first but started feeling my board better after some skating.

I needed to tighten my laces quite a bit every now and then but thats probably the shoe starting to break in and starting to mold into my foot shape. This caused a bit of heel slip. After about 30mins that went away and foot felt locked in all the time.

The part of the outsole where you flick is some kind of foamy material that is very slippery at first but after wearing out starts to feel grippier. I was losing even my ollies at first because of that but eventually the grip started to evolve and I could do my tricks normally.

The shoe definitely feels kinda clumsy and boxy at first (coming feom skating the KSL and 440) but started to feel better and better as I skated it more.

This wear is about two hours of ollies, kickflips and treflips.

Thanks for the update! I've committed to solely skating cupsoles about 7 months ago and haven't looked back. The additional support is well worth the prolonged break-in time imo.

[moonordie]

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A little update and first impression. I had time for a two hour session and mostly did flip tricks and cruising around. I haven't skated in two weeks since I got hurt. Today body was feeling ok to skate.

I had to get used to the outsole, there's almost no board feel at first but started feeling my board better after some skating.

I needed to tighten my laces quite a bit every now and then but thats probably the shoe starting to break in and starting to mold into my foot shape. This caused a bit of heel slip. After about 30mins that went away and foot felt locked in all the time.

The part of the outsole where you flick is some kind of foamy material that is very slippery at first but after wearing out starts to feel grippier. I was losing even my ollies at first because of that but eventually the grip started to evolve and I could do my tricks normally.

The shoe definitely feels kinda clumsy and boxy at first (coming feom skating the KSL and 440) but started to feel better and better as I skated it more.

This wear is about two hours of ollies, kickflips and treflips.

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Thanks for the update! I've committed to solely skating cupsoles about 7 months ago and haven't looked back. The additional support is well worth the prolonged break-in time imo.

Best call ever.

[TheCrimsonShroud]

Not quite Shanahans but Metrics none the less. I can vouch for what pops is saying. They definitely feel a little clunky and boxy. I went up half a size and the toe box is still tight. That said, they’re definitely supportive and I feel like taking the time to break them in will pay dividends.

[pops]

Not quite Shanahans but Metrics none the less. I can vouch for what pops is saying. They definitely feel a little clunky and boxy. I went up half a size and the toe box is still tight. That said, they’re definitely supportive and I feel like taking the time to break them in will pay dividends.

I was looking for the regular Metrics too but didn't find where I usually order my gear. Then I saw the shanahans and thought I would try them. I'm slowly getting used to the sole. I wasn't even noticing the difference much today as I walked in the shoes the whole day. I would like to know how those Metrics skate if you ever will.

[Jim and Dan]

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Just picked up the new LRAB cups, shout out to Kingswell. Crazy how comfortable they are. Ugly as fucking hell.

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They look sick don’t even lie

I'm not going to even front on those Milic's, they do look sick.

[TheCrimsonShroud]

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Not quite Shanahans but Metrics none the less. I can vouch for what pops is saying. They definitely feel a little clunky and boxy. I went up half a size and the toe box is still tight. That said, they’re definitely supportive and I feel like taking the time to break them in will pay dividends.

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I was looking for the regular Metrics too but didn't find where I usually order my gear. Then I saw the shanahans and thought I would try them. I'm slowly getting used to the sole. I wasn't even noticing the difference much today as I walked in the shoes the whole day. I would like to know how those Metrics skate if you ever will.

I’ll definitely give an update. I’m just wearing them around for a few days before I skate em. I’m interested in how it goes. I wore them all day yesterday and was expecting my feet to hurt but they didn’t.

[moonordie]

Solid first session. 4th 808 in a row ❤️

[ldmch11]

the cups

 

[TheCrimsonShroud]

Solid first session. 4th 808 in a row ❤️

How do 808s fit compared to say, 574s? I went a half size up in latter for work shoes and I want to get some actual Numerics now

[MOE SYZLAK]

Went the opposite direction of my typical shoe purchases but these were a solid price so I figured I’d try them out. Def wanted the cups, but I gotta get rid of some shoes before I grab those.

[moonordie]

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Solid first session. 4th 808 in a row ❤️

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How do 808s fit compared to say, 574s? I went a half size up in latter for work shoes and I want to get some actual Numerics now

Never skated 574 but 808 for me are TTS, I had them +.5 and they worked well too.

[lamfordie]

Etnies Estrella

[chillclinton87]

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Solid first session. 4th 808 in a row ❤️

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How do 808s fit compared to say, 574s? I went a half size up in latter for work shoes and I want to get some actual Numerics now

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Never skated 574 but 808 for me are TTS, I had them +.5 and they worked well too.

if you mind i chime in. TTS was waaay too narrow for me but lenght was managable. def try them on if you can. Most people in the NB containment thread were half size up as i remember.
sot saying the guy above me is wrong though. if you have wider/ medium wide feet tts could work but they felt rather narrow fpr me. i am TTS in dunk highs and fastbreaks if that helps.

[Pasta Monster]

VM003

[moonordie]

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Solid first session. 4th 808 in a row ❤️

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How do 808s fit compared to say, 574s? I went a half size up in latter for work shoes and I want to get some actual Numerics now

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Never skated 574 but 808 for me are TTS, I had them +.5 and they worked well too.

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if you mind i chime in. TTS was waaay too narrow for me but lenght was managable. def try them on if you can. Most people in the NB containment thread were half size up as i remember.
sot saying the guy above me is wrong though. if you have wider/ medium wide feet tts could work but they felt rather narrow fpr me. i am TTS in dunk highs and fastbreaks if that helps.

I agree. If you can't try them go safe and size .5 up

[MFS]