Tuesday, September 8, 2009

Skateboarding Footwear - Shoe Reverberations

By Keith Friedman

Skater shoes are made for stability and are masters of grip. The first thing you should be looking for is a comfortable fit while you have your socks on. Look for toe wiggle room; you don't want them to feel pinched. You want a comfortable fit and outstanding grip. Expect to pay more for a quality shoe.

Chuck Taylor skater shoes are likely the most popular skater shoe. A little history shows this American icon shoe was first popularized by the basketball player Chuck Taylor and became a favorite because It's great support and usefulness on court and off. Adapted to skateboarding, it is hard to beat. They quickly are broken in and become molded to your feet.

Vans Sk8 hi-shoe is a classic style that will never go out of style and as durability feature that lend itself to a timeless design with its cool color ways. The uppers are rugged, breathable and have a waffled look to themselves. The bottoms have superb traction.

Globe skate shoes developed by ballistic grade is a dynamic skateboarding shoe. They come in a multitude of styles in canvas and suede and synthetic leather combinations. Triple stitching and double-layered toe panels with sure grip soles make it a winner brand. They have the skateability in mind when they design shoes and it shows. They help tune up your skateboarding skills and the casual good looks will look great.

Tony Hawke has a great quality shoe with leather uppers. These leather skate shoes have leather uppers to withstand daily wear and tear better than synthetics. Leather is tough. The tongue, color and foot-bed offer overall cushioning and the sole offers long-lasting traction. A style feature is the Hawk embroidery that provides authentic appeal.

DVS skateboard shoes is another brand that has had favorable reviews. They offer a non-slip vulcanized outsole that is highly flexible and long lasing. DVS skateboard shoes DVS skateboard shoes featuring a lightweight midsole and shoe as well as choice of suede, leather or synthetic uppers, many just love this shoe. The open cell breathable mesh on the tongue option is a plus to the DVS skateboard shoe brand.

Another pro skater, Greg Lutzka, sports celebrity is endorsing K-Swiss skate shoes. At the moment it is in the design phase and is being built around a 3 piece toe and will feature both a high top and low top version of the skate shoe.

In tennis, Serena Williams has her own clothing and equipment line. Nike shoes has her Nike Serena shoe for women with a number of color choices and that coordinate with various color outfits.

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