Shoe Wars: Which Skating Footwear Is Worth Your Time?
Skaters that love the sport and the style will always tell you that grippy, comfortable shoes are super- important products, almost as important as the actual skateboard.
When it comes to having the best shoes for skating, it would definitely come down (in my opinion) to the SB Nike skating shoes and Vans Old Skool pro skating shoes.
I really don’t have anything against either brand, but I have been an owner of both shoes. For this article, I tested them in skating, level of grip, and the endurance of the shoe itself. At the end of the day, I found positives and negatives in both shoes.
My experience with the SB Nike skating shoes was that it was the best feeling overall. The strong level of grip that they have makes them the best skating shoes that I have tried so far. I personally like these shoes because of how long they last, and not just that, but because of how they feel.
These Nike skating shoes are created by Shane O’Neill, and he made them the way that he thinks and knows a skating shoe should be made. He is actually a skater and is sponsored by the Nike brand. The Nike SB skating shoes make me feel very comfortable as I skate.
The Vans brand has always been one of my favorite brands to wear. The variety that the Vans brand always offers is amazing.
I really have no hate for Vans, but I can really say honestly that the Vans are really not good for skateboarding. I really don’t recommend Vans for skateboarding because of the lack of grip in the sole of the shoe. Vans s will end up ripping on the sides of the shoes if they are worn regularly. I would say that you would start seeing the rips by the fifth to the tenth time that you skate. Of course, it would all depend in how you skate,and how long every day..
The SB Nike skating shoes are in the range of $80-90 in any place you might be looking for them. The Old Skool Vans skating shoes will be around $60-65 in any Vans store. If you are a skater like me, the Nikes will be the best of the best when it comes to the grip, performance, and the comfortableness of the shoe itself. I will end up recommending the SB Nike Skating shoes.
Shaun Bates • May 7, 2021 at 2:27 pm
I not a skater but I do have to agree that the Vans are very comfortable shoes to wear and they do indeed last a long time. The Nikes though I have never worn those before I’m pretty sure they are comfortable.
Madi • Apr 19, 2021 at 9:24 am
I never really cared what shoes I wear when I skate but I make sure not to wear something that will slip off my feet. Usually, my Converses are my go-to but they do get worn out.
Jazmyn Sullivan • Feb 3, 2021 at 5:06 pm
While I skate I often wear vans so this was very helpful.
Leann Chloros • Jan 18, 2021 at 1:55 pm
I don’t really care about what shoes I’m wearing while skating, but for sure vans are the way to go. This article was very helpful!
Jonathan V. • Jan 12, 2021 at 5:02 pm
I have never thought of the Vans brand to be a bad kind of shoe for skating. I mean, it does have the qualities needed in a pair of skating shoes. But I guess there are some flaws.
Jada • Jan 11, 2021 at 1:56 pm
I haven’t skated before but this so helpful. Just in case I want to try skating someday I will make sure to buy myself a pair of skating shoes.
emma carter • Jan 11, 2021 at 12:35 pm
I have always seen vans superior in that department but I might reconsider now. You brought up some valid points and arguments. I like it!
Dally • Mar 11, 2020 at 10:42 pm
I love how we went from food wars to shoe wars it is a really cool idea and a really well written article
shashaida • Mar 10, 2020 at 2:29 pm
vans are one of my favorite shoes ! but nike is also a good shoe brand
zach • Mar 10, 2020 at 9:46 am
I dont skate but this would be helpful if I needed to pick some skating shoes.
karimey hernandez • Mar 9, 2020 at 1:40 pm
my friend skates!! ill be sure to tell him
Jasmine • Mar 5, 2020 at 1:44 pm
I love this article! I don’t even skate but it is something I always wanted to do, but great job by comparing those two brands.
eden • Mar 5, 2020 at 1:43 pm
For someone who does not skate this article is helpful and gives them an understanding and a clear path to see where you are coming from, this is a great article I loved it !!!
amy • Mar 5, 2020 at 1:42 pm
wow these article is really good , i didnt even know nike made skating shoes
Emily Royston • Mar 3, 2020 at 7:58 am
Informative article. I didn’t even know Nike made skating shoes! Great job, Luis!
Christian Torres • Mar 2, 2020 at 9:25 am
In my opinion the Nike shoe look better overall, great article been reading some of your articles lately.
Ava • Mar 2, 2020 at 9:19 am
I don’t skate but good job with comparing the two.
Aubrey • Feb 28, 2020 at 8:10 am
I love this article! i love vans i love the slipe on ones the best
Emily • Feb 28, 2020 at 7:57 am
Good job comparing the two.
Cristal • Feb 28, 2020 at 7:57 am
I don’t skate but this is really helpful, so thanks!
blaire odom • Feb 27, 2020 at 1:23 pm
Skating is fun, and this article brings me to seeing what type brand shoes I should wear for a skate board. Great and good article.