Losing My Shoe Sponsor

[@etnies]

Thanks John, hope you like ‘em. Let us know your feedback. 👍

[@therealwewin]

Put John on flow!

[@SkateformaticsOfficial]

hope you start selling wides. seems like vans is the only skate shoe that started doing them.

[@pauliewalnuts5241]

Yooo etnies! 💛

[@BonesDMS4life]

@@therealwewin technically this is flow bro

[@likeSK8]

you are doing it right. love the marana slips. 🤙🏼🛹

[@rxdavey]

been watching john since his baby clothes selling days n he’s like my older brother at this point

[@Dadbot]

Same man. And the sad truth is he knows nothing about us but we know so much about him.

[@VinnytotheK]

Also same! It's been such a ride! I subscribed after his like third video!

[@ulyssesjimenez87]

@@Dadbot bro samexD

[@ulyssesjimenez87]

I'm officially the age bro was when he was selling baby clothes, wild.

[@KIDZODIACVR]

Big same man it’s crazy he still active and uploading it’s awesome

[@talecy7938]

When I was younger I didn’t really like you because of how enthusiastic and fake you seemed but as I grew older you turned into my fav KZbinr I jus truly hope your the same off camera, so positive and genuine😊

[@Surms41]

I use to get hate growing up because I did my own thing and was too happy for anyone around me in school. They thought I was fake and/or arrogant because I was confident too. You only figure stuff out when u get a bigger picture :) Funny enough I thought the same of John when I first watched.

[@meya3521]

My man here is a MASTER of the backhanded compliment

[@talecy7938]

@@Surms41 always stay like that man don't let anyone take that!! People jus don't realize the only thing that matters is being happy

[@Jasonlimitless]

That's funny I had a similar thing years ago I used to see John and find him annoying now he's cool

[@10711851]

this guy rules, good at skating, good at making videos and just a genuine guy

[@JohnHill]

Damn that’s the best compliment 💛💛

[@KenziDW]

hey i was the guy who said hi lmao nice to meet ya john, great skating as to be expected

[@stickyartshorts]

Cool Shoes! I like the olive color way of Etnie’s! Appreciate your transparency.

[@codyabrown2011]

Explaining flow/homie flow to people that don't skate is one of my favorite things. I don't think it works that way in any other sport/hobby.

[@sleepy.philly]

skiing imo

[@dadenruder9271]

After 5 years of watching you John I finally think you deserve the sub

[@18JR78]

Thx brother

[@Quxrk]

Oh no😂

[@JohnHill]

Haha I’m the same way, I’ll be watching someone forever and be like, damn I haven’t subscribed 😅

[@ev-sb]

@@JohnHill fr, wait i need to check if i’m subbed edit: yes i am :))

[@jheanc7083]

@@JohnHill literally just subscribed to you like a second ago after 3 years💀

[@yokaibyte2133]

I used to work for the Canadian Circa distribution outlet a long time ago. The sponsored skaters would just come in and choose what shoe they wanted from the stock room. (I assume if you lived in a different part of Canada they would just ship them to you) After the Circa distribution warehouse closed down, the sponsored skaters would just have their shoes delivered, or they could go to the showroom to have a look. I think every shoe company has its own methods tho.

[@deandrep4273]

john man, i haven’t tuned in for about 6 years, i’m glad to see you still skating and keeping up with quality videos ! i remember you and giger skating a while back, and the other bald guy can’t remember his name, good to see you keeping it going!

[@xistam]

Bro I love the etnies slip ons, since I tried them I never went back to any other shoe. Definitely the best slip on I've ever used

[@GiveSic]

7:12 when you're a chill dude, you'll have chill fans.

[@loquacious7590]

Lmao believe me or not that was my cousin saying hi to him haha

[@kalebryckman7739]

John really got me skating alot harder

[@charliebobmarley]

yes papa

[@miguelaulet9425]

Watchumean by harder bruh??🧐

[@jon5one7]

Glad you got the hook up man, you put the work in and definitely deserve it.

[@juliangrae5823]

Bro we know you're a super humble guy, we also know you're one of, if not the biggest skaters on youtube out right now. If anyone is saying you wouldn't make an impact on a team, they're plain lying.Honestly, Anyone of you guys on this platform getting solid backing from the industry would change things in my opinion.

[@burger1113]

Etnies have always been the coolest skateshoe company for me. It's a shame it's not as readily available where I live, but I always sneak in a pair when I order skate products overseas due to the and high import product markups despite the limited number of options.

[@DavisAB4]

Loving the steady uploads John🔥🔥

[@usedconn41]

Thank you for saying “feeling” instead of “vibe”. Feeling is the right vibration

[@fd_skate]

Etnies is the best shoe brand in my opinion and the Maranas are soo good! I skate both the regular shoe and the Marana slip on! Both work really well.

[@Unlockingparadoxes]

I hope that all is well for everyone here and I hope that you all have a great day today.

[@jaketorres1298]

it's weird to see him skating my local, that park is dead sometimes so it's pretty nice too to see him skating there lol

[@bigcasey457]

Yo switch front feeble 180 is insane. I love when people mirror their tricks. And that was a very good job of it. Both were pretty clean.

[@PedroPereira-tr7gw]

Really appreciate your comments on spreading skateboarding through different facets 🙌

[@denisr7710]

nice to see etnies make a comeback! pretty sure their lo-cuts were my first proper skate shoes back in 2006, first ollies and kickflips - all etnies!

[@JohnAvillaHerpetocultural]

Most pro athletes attitude = FU PAY ME. Pro skateboarder attitude = wait, you’re going to give me six pairs of shoes? I CAN SKATE FOR LIKE THREE OR FOUR MONTHS WITHOUT BUYING SHOES ?!?!? Thank you master.

[@blakemincey7525]

“Mom I’m going pro” 😂😂

[@greengonzonz]

Love that you view shoes as a means to skate and not just a fashion statement ❤

[@Gavinnations]

Just started watching your videos again after not watching for like 5 years! Love your newer style of videos 🙌🏻

[@lunartigersora4690]

bro.. you're such a genuine dude it's crazy, I love your chill sessions and even listening to you talk about shoes. There is very little creators who can keep me entertained long enough to finish a video but you're definitely the #1 on the list btw, how does the toe box feel on these shoes? that's always been my biggest issue with skate shoes, my toes being crushed.

[@steexy_7vn]

I’m really in love with that olive color way I don’t even actually skate, skate shoes but those might be a copper no cap

[@lancelovecraft5913]

This video is the equivalent of watching your older brother open all their gifts on their bday while u get no cake at all

[@KennDoid11]

I have a pair of Etnies Kingpins just because I loved the massive mid 2000's style of them. Im not anybody in skateboarding but it has been many years since I rocked some Etnies. I came across John during lockdowns in 2020, been a casual fan ever since.

[@tylerlibby9693]

The marana slip is probably my favorite shoe to skate. I’ve had a few pairs now 👍

[@diplenski]

i really like etnies, but i gotta say i like their cup soles more. especially the og sole pattern like the rap, intercity, senix, etc. i got some screw mid vulcs, and i like them quite a bit for what they are. but i'd like to see them remake the og screw all suede cup sole version. and wtf es with dog shoes?

[@donnytucker]

I love me some new shoes. The feel, the smell, the fit. Speaking of etnies, I miss my old Sal 23's. I wore them a lot in the 90s.

[@ReezyResells]

Shout out Fred @ Etnies ❤ They've sent me some shoes a few times too. Super rad company and I gotta say the Joslins are so dope, I skated Accel slims forever and now I just rock the Joslins

[@Sk8Comeback]

This was a cool watch man! That was an awesome hookup! Never worn Etnies but always thought they looked dope

[@taylorlawler3525]

The marketing in this case definitely worked. I want to check out the blue ones and the cream ones that you chose.

[@antxcipxtion1744]

ong

[@32srt32]

michelin soles vs vans slick stick sole? which one grips better, and lasts longer?

[@eap61789]

Don Brown is a solid dude. I’d be honored.

[@lgsus4209]

What do y'all skate? I started with converse then vans and now im skating Es shoes

[@JakeDogg-RIP]

I like Etnies and DC shoes the most, the old school style skate shoes! Globe are great too, even cons, but currently I’m rocking DC 👌👊🍻

[@d_trick89]

I actually bought some things from Etnies because of your last video on them, some of those shoes aren’t vegan tho, not that I am, but was doing research on it.

[@georgekal9897]

I don't know if John has mentioned it, but does anyone know what size deck, trucks and wheels John is riding? I've searched everywhere and I couldn't find it!

[@scoutGOW]

Really cool video. Thanks for the insight. It does make sense you could mess with other sponsors since you have a big KZbin audience: KZbin audience can be bigger than the fan base for a pro skater in the industry. Different platforms of viewership.

[@BillonBoard]

Really enjoy the marana, have a pair of joslin cupsole to try out as well.

[@inakisanchez2552]

since i start seeing your videos i thought you'll be a perfect fit for habitat boards (looking at their team and the vibes they expres). Loveing all your videos

[@recordatron]

I wasn't sure what to expect from this video, being real, I kinda thought it'd be a bit more clickbaity but it actually was a pretty upfront and informative discussion about sponsers and the considerations that go into it. Plus, we got to look at a whole bunch of gorgeous shoes so bonus points for that. Really solid video 👍

[@ImaginaryMachines]

Etnies make the best shoes, whenever I try another brand I always regret it and go back to etnies

[@joeyhampton4757]

“Whats crackin players” -john hill

[@brimendis]

So cute, you made that dude's voice go up at least an octave, so wholesome :)

[@michaelmusselwhite9907]

Just bought the slip on last week. Love them. Great video. Keep it up.

[@Unlockingparadoxes]

Much love and respect to you and your channel John Hill. I hope that all is well for you and your family and friends and I hope that all of your dreams and aspirations come true and that you are safe during your travels and adventures and skateboarding and while recording your videos and going live.

[@Unlockingparadoxes]

Believe in yourselves and each other and never give up on your dreams and aspirations and remember to be kind and uplifting to each other and open minded and genuine and respectful and humble.

[@SSR_RedDevil]

All I want to say is John, please get manufacturers to make wider shoes? I've noticed recently, DC's, Etnies, adidas and Nike mostly have narrow shoes.

[@curcapsicum]

I'm not a skater anymore and I'm not really even part of that world, but thank you for talking about this so clearly.

[@zzz8553]

you are a skater bro

[@lostshrimp1313]

hey, are you still selling your rails. the link to buy your rails on your website has been down for a couple of months

[@joshuacollins789]

I love Etnies!!! Maranas last forever I have a pair for skating and work and I have a few other styles that I try to keep nice.

[@SkatePro]

Question, you going to "CPH Open" this year? +keep up the great vids.

[@hawkhughes8648]

Im a emerica guy. Use to love Nikes. But most of my skate life was emerica Etnie's fallens n occasionally dc. But hands down I love emerica.

[@dbc.ash.]

DBC.. Daily Blessings Coming! .. Thank You for Everything, Everyday!! ... It's so Cool bcuz I SKATE ETNIES TOO. LoL.. KEEP KILLING IT JOHN HILL, Your an Amazing person and SICK SKATEBOARDER DROPPING BANGERS DAILY!!!

[@ibookboyuk]

Really good video, John. I hope you skate the Joslin shoe soon as I heard it's awesome. These are all good shoes though.

[@himebaughchris4026]

Is "Evil John" with the goatee coming soon? 🤔

[@JakeCrawford]

big love from the UK john! ❤

[@ze2004]

what about the width of a shoe?

[@Cazamalos]

So some skaters aren't really sponsored, they are used as brand ambassadors for a brand local subsidiary, and if they become (famous) youtubers it makes things complicated because the brand would be required to actually legally sponsor the skater/channel/video and that is probably much more expensive than giving them some merch. I think Linus from LTT at some point talked about how he had to transition his business, because he had an actual payroll and brands wanted to keep "paying" him with motherboards.

[@JesseDriftwood]

Very curious about how these slip-ons skate.

[@MrHordeman]

bro has a perfect 5 clock shadow shit is so lined up on accident great vid tho !

[@stephenlamley541]

Very interesting. I love that blue on the shoes your wearing specifically the janowskis+ getting the rosewood team red this week I don't like paying full price for anything. I'm technically disabled so can't really improve my situation. So I try and watch the price. 67 uk I'm paying slightly better than the 80 for the blue so clean though that blue. Etnies reminds me of being young skating car parks. Many would argue i wasn't a skater, as I used those snakeboards. Much more fun imo. I picked that up straight away normal skating wasn't sinking in. I'm so happy they are making boards again. I can relive my youth.

[@Augustus_Minott]

broo, I used to skate the Carrolton Park all the time. You absolutely killed it there!

[@thediydadreading]

You mentioned only getting vegan shoes, but aren't Entnies usually suede? I'm constantly looking for vegan skate shoes, but can never find any and just have to swallow it...

[@reubenpayne6027]

Love ur positive energy brother! U rip! Cheers from Australia

[@jullieishot]

Bro been watching you since before you came to texas. Trashed my ankle around then and hopefully will be able to get back out there this summer. Hope to se you around!

[@respektfully]

Throwing shade at corporations without throwing shade at corporations 😎

[@highthai7]

Those Singletons are fire!!!

[@WhittaII]

How do Etnies hold up to NikeSB? I used to go with them all the time but Nike is just ridiculously comfy out of the box and only ever gets better.

[@0dylan]

I would love to see a review of the best vegan skate shoes!

[@westonvirginia6458]

I've been skating the Marana Slip xlts. Love em'

[@DerrickNeff]

Dope session 🔥🔥🔥🔥🤘🏻

[@therealwewin]

I forgot how good John is at skateboarding 😂 nice work.

[@DiVaaneit]

You are killing it!

[@tokyo3362]

flat rail link in your description doesnt work

[@larryjimbob]

I wear DC's or Etnies, good shoes 😊♥️

[@vamp28k]

You had me for a moment there John. I thought I was about to go buy a pair of John Hill pro Etnies

[@Noobdudebro]

ngl those joslins and the rest look nice. been a minute since ive had etnies but i think that needs to change :)

[@RedonRedGutta923]

Pierre, Don, Kelly...sole tech is sweet

[@VinnytotheK]

John did you see the skateboard art I asked Aaron to draw on the board I bought? 🤣 You high fiving a fish lmao 😅 👨🙏🐟

[@JohnHill]

He texted me that picture. He randomly crushed it 😂 like he captured me perfectly

[@VinnytotheK]

@@JohnHill Right? I was so surprised! 😂 Can't wait to get it! I'll post a video of unboxing, setting it up, and shredding it! 😁

[@daledecker]

wow my g those are some sick shecky na na's

[@c_beno3416]

Man... I am gonna checkout etnies next time I need shoes!

[@sethusk]

I truly look forward to watching your videos everyday, John. Thanks for your hard work and entertaining content. I get to see cool skating and usually think about something interesting every time.

[@Bigpantz]

The sheckler ones are dope !!!

[@justinbishop7142]

I LOVE JOHN HILL

[@naterboi4422]

the logo on the shoe looks like the skate 3 logo lmfaooo

[@johnnyraven8178]

Etnies is for real the best shoe company.

[@Pokechamp653]

Holy shit im buying that slip on

[@Unlockingparadoxes]

Never give up.

[@juanpaguerrero613]

I don’t think you can sound cocky 😂 because you are not bro ,we get your point don’t worry 🙌🏽❤

[@siliconbreakfast]

I got married in Etnies.. love em!

[@theanti-come]

Congrats man. That right there is enough shoes to last me for a few years. I am a cheap dude. I skate 3 to 5 times a week but only go through one to three pairs of shoes a year. When I get a new pair, I Shoe Goo the whole contact side (I mean EVERYTHING) and re goo spots that start to wear off. It may add marginal weight and look goofy but the $ savings are worth it.

[@kaffeeskateboards]

We really dig your content. Cheers from Germany.