How to Choose Skate Shoes | Tactics

[@tacticsboardshop]

What are your favorite shoes to skate? Check out our full article here! Cheers! www.tactics.com/info/guide-to-choosing-skateboarding-shoes

[@PHOBlIA]

How I choose skate shoes: sort price by: Lowest to Highest

[@chentz7744]

Lmaooo this is the most relatable comment

[@4dhumaninstrumentality789]

Dead ass 🤣🤣🤣

[@1glowing1877]

so relatable

[@Minotauro_di_Chieti]

Amen!!!

[@kokushibou5378]

True that

[@upisarhemaa3201]

Also when you get shoes that look really good to you, you actually skate better because you feel good. Thats kinda like a mental thing xd worked for me, same with clothes too. I mean i have a bad sesh if my pants fit weirdly or i dont like the look of my clothes.

[@juan1998lu]

its good to know I am not the only one whit that shoe/clothes problem 😂

[@MannyVideosCZ]

true

[@tacticsboardshop]

Sometimes a boost of confidence is all you need to get the trick! 🙌🔥

[@MrTripsJ]

Upi Sarhemaa Nike janoskis look good to me but my feet ache as hell

[@SeanEnuks]

Dude I have a saying it goes, Look good, Feel good, Skate good, I'm so glad I'm not the only one that relates

[@misterpjman4746]

I always prefer durability over everything because money rules! Very nice review :)

[@gibronnaqeelandries3406]

Any shoe you recommend

[@eseflomein6591]

GIBRONN AQEEL ANDRIES for durability? Adidas Busenits, Adidas Tyshawn, Etnies Joslin, Nike dunks, Nike blazers, DC also has some durable shoes

[@TheEchelon]

@@gibronnaqeelandries3406 Etnies Marana

[@TheEchelon]

Over everything? Then skate in Timbs dude... Pretty sure you won't be able to skate in those though

[@corn9251]

GIBRONN AQEEL ANDRIES Nyjah frees last forever for me

[@cuplaxi]

Pretty comprehensive for such a short video.

[@memecer998]

Switched from vans to tyshawns that I bought from you guys best decision of my life ty guys

[@eseflomein6591]

Memecer joined the gang

[@patdol6403]

I got wide feet I've been getting the es og accel a few times over, comfortable too in the osiris d3. By the way ordered online through tactics for the first time:10/10 got exactly what I ordered, fast, on time. You guys are are super efficient. I recomend tactics to everyone.

[@LeNzxCalibur]

tim’s probably the best person to help pick shoes, he skates them until they’re threads

[@MattCookOregon]

Very nice overview. I have a weird situation where my shoes always wear out in the back. This is from flat feet. Haven't found any skate shoes made to combat this.

[@tacticsboardshop]

What exactly do you mean when you say it "wears out in the back"? Do you mean on the sole in the heel area or on the collar? - Tim

[@MattCookOregon]

@@tacticsboardshop Hey dude! I mean the collar on the inside just above the soul. Seems like the heel pushes against it too hard. I need a foot doctor haha

[@tacticsboardshop]

Maybe the shoe is busting because of how you're putting them on? 🤷‍♂️ I remember back in the 2000's, there was that plastic heel cup that was in every all of the puffy Adio and DC skate shoes, and it would bust from us cramming our feet into the shoes without untying them. Then it would scrape the back of our ankles and we'd slap a bunch of duct tape on there to protect our ankles. 😂 Skate shoes have certainly come a long way. - Tim

[@MattCookOregon]

@@tacticsboardshop Interesting I do actually leave them laced always. Maybe should stop that habbit.

[@MrRandomizer42]

Matt.Cook.Oregon maybe try out some insoles.. footprint insoles do a version called the ‘gamechangers’ or the ‘kingfoam elite’ made for people with flat feet. Check them out

[@adventurez2727]

I'm gonna jump straight to skateboarding from next weekend. So i do love your channel so much. The details you're mentioning with simple understandable. Changes my motorbikes shoes to skating shoes. 😳 Looking forward to New & fresh vid on your channel and wish me luck. My love of adventure sports like skateboarding got me here ✌️ Looking forward to

[@antares9994]

always look for skate shoes that suit your preferences, and one that looks good for you so you feel better and more confident. for example you like shoes that feel thin and one with your foot for more boardfeel and you like something that looks classic, a janoski or a vans slip on would be your pick. If you like high cuts and feel more protected get the skate high. there are so many skate shoes you will always find the one you like and one that suits you perfectly.

[@_hwpo]

i d prefer high ones but i have issues with holes from the ollie... any recommandation?

[@antares9994]

@@_hwpo I never really skated high tops because they feel so restrictive and it feels like they’re hard to flick, and the way they look I just can’t find a nice set of clothes to match with it. but I have skated the sk8 hi for three days. maybe I could recommend it to you. there is suede on the area that I mostly get holes. the vans sk8 hi PRO is better since I’ve seen the differences between a normal vans and the pro ones. the pro line last waaaaay longer, grippier and have insoles that can give you wayyy more impact protection. The nike Blazer SB high also seems to be a great shoe since I hear people talking about them a lot. it looks hella good too.

[@alejskates2287]

The thing I look out for the most when buying shoes for skaitng, is that the bottom sole will last long. I used to ride vans and always ended up with holes under my toes. Currently, I've been using the Lakai Cambridge for the past 5 months and still the bottom soles look like they're new.

[@shafikahamzah]

iam not a skater or fans of skateboarding but for sure iam very loved wear skate shoes such as Etnies.. It very comfort with me and look stylish at the same time

[@Mannnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn]

love all the heelflip variations in this vid

[@s3etchy]

1:26 my mom bought these shoes by Vans in the middle for me and not for skateboarding but because they look good and this is such a coincidence that they are the best and highly recommended skate shoes lmao

[@et_ali4n994]

I’ve been wearing flip flops lmao

[@Raybkny]

LMAOOOOO I tried to skate in flip flops busted my ass

[@maxmediavidjologs2814]

#howtobadass101 🛹

[@jdoriginals9223]

Bruh your feet gotta have so many layers of skin, a session of Ollie's would be killer

[@claysoggyfries]

I watched the whole video even though I know about skate shoe tech 😂

[@mustafigusto1644]

I always watch trick tips even though i can do the tricks

[@juwanharris1334]

DC OG releases have been the go to

[@monadamus42]

This is a great video but I also wish you would have made a top picks for each category. Thank you!

[@TheGreatCosmicValley]

What a beautiful intro, never change that

[@40k0ff7]

I learned way more than I thought I would. Thanks tactics!

[@samdiaz786]

4:45 that gap looks fun.

[@eotwinkalman680]

i have found that leather converse work fantasticly, they mold to your foot and are very durable!

[@shockhs7371]

I had been breaking my run in downhill with my shoes and some weeks later my shoes got holes under the sole, so I recommend to learn to powerslide or swing with your skate to don't lose much control while run into it.

[@diezelvh4133]

I skate barefoot. Save a ton of money and skin growing back is free.

[@legokid2022]

I bought my first ever pair of skate shoes and they are vans so they will provide a lot of impact support and they are comfortable

[@Caprainzazu]

I wear Jordan ones to skate and I absolutely love them

[@silence.speaks7000]

I think that the Louie Lopez pros from converse is a very good shoe, it’s what I’m skating right now. It is suede so it is pretty durable, the insoles are cushy enough that you take impacts. You still have good board control. I usually skate vans pros and the chuck taylor pro that converse offers, and I think that the Louie Lopez pro is a perfect in-between of those two. I recommend trying it

[@jamesmateos2789]

God damn that intro is so satisfying

[@santiagoomegna1652]

Thank for the tips guys! 🔥🔥

[@casachezdoom2588]

This video was useful, very well researched.

[@SkateGuy32-rj2mm]

Have skated 2 pairs of Nyjahs and they are pretty good , right now im trying the adidas tyshawn

[@mycaremel3348]

I wish I knew about this before T~T

[@DriftHouse]

Very well put together video. Nice work guys!

[@itsuki6883]

thank you for the nice video man really appreciate it

[@stevenkirton6373]

If you are gonna skate a long time, like into 30 or 40, get orthotic shoes. I'm 30 and if I go out for a few hours the difference is night and day. Normal shoes make my ankles hurt, I really like the new balance line, they have large sizes for my old man feet and are often on sale at my local for 50$

[@christophermccartney7150]

The two best shoes I've had recently are The Vans Elijah Berle's and New Balance Jamie Foy's

[@Spootyskater]

Great video! I learned a lot

[@AustinAvery360]

Dude I love that intro.

[@ashmyblunt]

I like Vans or Janoski slip suedes, Huf Cromers, and the Adidas matchcourt slip. I pretty much exclusively skate slips

[@rejat1092]

great vid tactics keep shredding!

[@jcsk8]

Excellent video.

[@abysssss]

I don't think I've _ever_ learned *more* about something in less than 9mins than I just learned watching this vid. And I'm not brain-melted from all the new info either?! Where were you when I was getting a D in history? (lol)

[@victorperfecto6267]

I don’t care about boardfeel... so glad soletech and dc are stepping up the game with good reissued shoes

[@GatchamanG4]

I have freaking super high arches. 😢 Thank for the info. ✌🏻

[@Charlie-gq3pv]

I have a pair of those black and white adidas with the red heal and there pretty good they are my go too rn

[@Charlie-gq3pv]

But the Tongue moves to the side

[@ImAnEmergency]

Great video!

[@karlisveckagans9616]

Very good and insightful video!

[@controll8777]

I've tried a decent amount in this year. Osiris Hightops feel nice but I need a change on the insole and slight size bigger as it hurts my toes and the insole hurts the bals of my feet for long sessions or street skating. AJ1 are just expensive and a semi tight fit with a insole that has cushion makes AJ1 worth it if you find a cheap used pair. DCs, I've tried the small less bulky ones, they felt good, but never truly skated them to abuse. Tried the graffiti courts (bulky shoes or like me and my friend calls them "toaster ovens") they felt good but tight on the toes again. Hurts em. I've found that personally dunks or the reps aj1 off whites feel good asf. Trying out a sb blazer low but I plan on getting dunks as I've felt comfy with them the most

[@BenDover-no7nt]

I go with etnies, because I have wide feet and they feel comfortable

[@edgargutierrez8031]

Damn what are the odd? I just ordered some shoes a couple of days ago from tactics

[@tacticsboardshop]

Thanks for the support! 🙌

[@Skate247allday123]

Very good explanation!

[@zeusthefirst7793]

Shane Oneli 's are my favourite skate shoes

[@tweaking_off_the_mid]

Wow this was actually a really good video.

[@PryorSebastian]

Sb team classics, great all round shoe

[@tomvaughan5894]

they feel floppy af after a week or two tho

[@eryll]

0:52 THATS MY SCHOOL LOL

[@bertmclin]

Goddamn, that kicky bs nosegrind @8:00 was innnFKINNNsanneee!!! S/O Austin Thongvivong my man!

[@unbittensuiteyt]

I used converse, vans slip ons, Nike sb canvas, now I’m using vans Kyle walker pro 2, the best shoes in my opinion

[@judepickford4744]

I bought some half cabs about a month ago, and the outside of my foot has started to hurt when pushing after a long skate. Is it worth getting some insoles or some more protective socks? Great video, really helpful

[@DMC_Motorsports]

I would recommend getting a pair of skating insouls they are slightly more expensive but offer much more comfort and support, id pair then with some thicker socks too. Good luck bro

[@anointingofseer2596]

Vans pro high top! Thank you.

[@shrippie-4214]

I had vans once, and they sucked it started to rip with my worn out grip tape in a few days

[@sk8iny0]

The title at 4:05 was cool as fuck gg to the editor

[@ukafrode1595]

Amazing video, keep doing it

[@nickcvet7637]

Jordan ones are perfect skate shoes

[@paulhammer6446]

Poofy shoes beat Vulcanized shoes in everything except for looks and board feel if u tryna save some money get some DCs or eS

[@tjdaniels3706]

They the best for everything imo, board feel is the perfect amount

[@pedrohenriquepalmadossanto5751]

Pls made one for longboard

[@deniedaunt7747]

my tooth literally just came out lol, love the vids

[@B5Scheuert]

Got turf toe after a week of skating just from pushing and going down ramps: Guys, dont underestimate the power of shock absorption!!!

[@mebeasensei]

What about if you are a beginner, just rolled your ankle using teimberlands...duh...lesson learnt (will wait a few weeks before I try again). Should I buy a separate band to protect the ankle, or buy high sided or mid-high sided shoes.. BTW i am NOT young

[@adenmercado1564]

Ordered a pair of adidas busenitz vulcan from you guys😎😎

[@tacticsboardshop]

Thanks for the support! 🙌

[@giancarloacosta3047]

Ordered shoes and deck from you guys

[@tacticsboardshop]

Thanks for the Support! 🙌

[@EpixManz]

Hell yeah Vans got that ultra cush

[@Boogerbob]

idk if im right but i think vans re-branded there insoles i think they are called pop cush now but idk

[@tacticsboardshop]

Yup! Sometime after this video was published, Vans made the PopCush insoles standard in all of their Skate Classic shoes. The PopCush insole are a bit better because they're polyurethane instead of foam so they don't pack out as much as the UltraCush insoles. 👍 - Tim

[@waterbottle4241]

Step 1: Buy Emerica That’s it, all you gotta do

[@ilikeemerica9619]

Water Bottle done and done

[@uh-oh5324]

*Cough* Vans *cough*

[@claysoggyfries]

Water Bottle Booo

[@floridaboy9641]

Sorry. I want my shoes to last me longer than 2 weeks

[@tommorello8628]

@@uh-oh5324 why would you waste money buying garbage Vans

[@alexnagy2044]

Yo dude! First, thx for the video, really interesting exciting, and importan. Can I ask one thing? What that éS red shoe at 7:30 tell me pls...thank you! I have a Globe Sabre now which so very comfy, puffy and massive strong, and now winter it's practic, but I wan't change something like that éS and-or Etnies-PlanB - Marana. All the best, peace!

[@tacticsboardshop]

Thanks for the kind words! 🙌 The shoes at 7:30 were a special red Valentines day colorway of the éS Accel OG that came out a few years ago. You might be able to find a pair somewhere. Cheers! - Tim

[@jjrdias]

Very informative for a boomer noob. ty

[@xXThorsMjolnirXx]

What are the Black and White shoes at 0:22 they look super cool.

[@tacticsboardshop]

Those are the Emerica Provider G6 shoes which was Collin Provost's pro shoe. I don't think they make them anymore though so you'd have to do some searching. His new shoe is called the Provost G6 and has a similar silhouette. Cheers! 👍 - Tim www.tactics.com/emerica/provost-g6-skate-shoes/

[@xXThorsMjolnirXx]

@@tacticsboardshop Thank you so much I'll check out both I'm in need of a good shoe my lakai slip ons are near there end of life

[@g.gibson7255]

I feel that the video forgot to mention weight of the shoe. This for me is a must when considering a shoe. The weight of a shoe can affect ur ability to skate.

[@greecbacon7668]

Where can I get the shoes at 7:50? Love the way those look.

[@sasproductions701]

iim a fan of cupsole for life. ive skated quite a few pairs of vulcs and they are not for me. they flip good but are too thin for me and i like a solid structured shoe. for instance i like es accel slims but the STI insole is paper thin and i was getting hot pockets so i ordered FP insoles and i wish i had them sooner and they helped but then i went back to NikeSB dunks and dunks are my number 1 and ive skated many pairs and brands of shoes since early 2000s and all i wear is skate shoes day in day out. ive thought about skating my vulcs and having the FP insoles in but my janoskis are stupidly narrow footed and i hate that.

[@chewychicken5164]

my current shoes always rubbing my feet so im looking for new ones as im not able to get a full session in

[@iain6225]

Just get a shoe that feel good on your feet, have good grip on the board and looks good You will want to skate more in them and get better Love me some vans slipons as the grip is solid and I'm lazy when it comes to tying laces

[@rebecad1163]

I have messed up legs so I have to wear orthopaedic insoles which are super hard and have no impact support 🥲

[@Grumpy_Gordo]

Is the lakai manchaster a good shoe? Just ordered a pair yesterday 🙂

[@garg0yIe]

manchesters are sick bro you'll love em they're comfy

[@aviongray]

goodtumor Lakai’s in general are pretty good! hope you enjoy em homie

[@theramplocal]

Yes they are pretty much broken in out of the box, great boardfeel and decently durable, depending on how you skate

[@afeef2152]

Haven't started skating yet but planned to, and I already have one star suede, will that do for a starter like me? Nice video anyway, I really like the way you presenting it

[@tacticsboardshop]

Those suede One Star Converse should work just fine for ya! 👍 - Tim

[@Fknanvil]

What do you recommend for a flat foot

[@enverafid]

Herman G-Code still the best skate shoes to me

[@arminreep4056]

What should you look for in a downhill skating shoe?

[@tacticsboardshop]

Probably the most important aspect for a downhill shoe is having a durable outsole. You'd probably want to go for a cupsole shoe with a beefy rubber compound on the bottom like Etnies Michelin outsoles or something similar. Cheers! - Tim

[@Elhamburitto]

I'm gonna need a new deck my current one is wearing down and I'm still trying to learn an Ollie while riding 😂

[@ruihopracing8151]

i skate emerica reynolds, what do you skate

[@hvela3302]

What are some shoes you recommend for a dad wanting to learn how to skateboard. My family plus work I wont skate as much as I would like to I also dont want to but Im also on a budget so i cant spend more thN forty dollars.

[@tacticsboardshop]

Really any skate shoe will work, especially if you're just starting out. Maybe look for some cupsole shoes because they're gonna be more supportive. As far as the budget goes, you got to lurk through the sale sections. Vans tend to be relatively inexpensive and sometimes you can find some decent skate shoes at Ross Dress for Less. I hope you find a pair you're stoked on! - Tim

[@elsyuu6581]

What shoes should I buy if I want them to be really durable but not to expensive

[@qayyuumzaki8033]

Which do you guys prefer for me getting a new pair of shoes? Nike Sb , etnies marana or Vans?

[@jonathantomas9754]

I would go for vans specifically the kyle walker pros just because it has a little a it of everything meaning it is a combination of a cup and a vulc sole and it skates pretty good and lasts a while.

[@pallian3870]

Vans Berle pro, vans Chima pro 2, vans style 112, and converse cons best skate shoes ngl

[@g.gibson7255]

Chima pro 2 is a no for me, to heavy, bulky and uncomfortable.

[@stt3z]

Adidas tyshawn low or ishods ??

[@shane3736]

So as far as durability goes it would be... Leather>Suede>Canvas, correct?

[@tacticsboardshop]

For the most part yes. Sometimes you get different qualities of leather/suede depending on the shoe and sometimes the suede can be more durable than leather.

[@2faded2care]

Hi.😁 I have a pair of Converse Hi Tops.🙃 Are they ok for skating?🤔 Im a beginner.😅

[@tacticsboardshop]

Technically you can skate in any shoe, but ones that weren't specifically designed for skating tend to fall apart very quickly. If those Cons are made of canvas, then they might get shredded in just a couple sessions, especially if you're trying to learn flip tricks. But if they're suede or leather, then they should work great for skating and last you a while. Cheers! - Tim

[@2faded2care]

@@tacticsboardshopOk Thanks😁

[@matheusm6557]

when are you going to take the Vans Hockey AA Authentic Hi test?

[@MurdamanVon]

I actually recently bought a board from tactics 😂

[@enobrussee7153]

Does anyone know what the shoes at 5:57 are called, they look dope!

[@enobrussee7153]

Nvm they’re the ave pro skate shoes from vans and they look dope as hell