Is Mall Grabbing A Skateboard Bad? It Isn’t!

holding a skateboard by the trucks or mall grab

The mall grab is often a dead giveaway that you’re dealing with a poser skateboarder. Grabbing a board by the trucks is generally frowned upon because to carry a skateboard around as a fashion statement grinds some skateboarder’s gear. At least that’s what the internet makes you believe, honestly mall grabbing is a non issue. … Read more

16 Best Shoe Brands For Skateboarding

the best skate shoe brands

So many brands, so many skate shoes but which skate shoe brand should you consider. The truth is that it depends on your type of skateboarding and your feet. Some brands aren’t great for wide feet while others feel bulky and uncomfortable. There isn’t a single skate shoe brand that’s the best, it all comes … Read more

Vulcanized VS Cupsole Skate Shoes Explained

vulcanized vs cupsole skate shoe

Skate shoes are about the most important part of skateboarding (or maybe a skateboard), and probably the most expensive stuff as well. I remember not paying much attention to skate shoes back in my days, I just went for the cheapest stuff available. The subject of cupsoles vs vulcanized is interesting because both have their … Read more

How Long Do Skate Shoes Last? + Fixes

worn out skate shoe

Skate shoes are the most expensive part of skateboarding. While there are ways to make skate shoes last longer, typically skate shoes don’t last longer than 60 hours. That means you have to replace your skate shoes every 10 weeks if you skate 6 hours a week. This also depends on what type of skater … Read more

Are Skate Shoes Good For Walking?

Adidas Tyshawn skate shoe black

There is this myth that skate shoes aren’t suitable for walking. While there is some truth in this, it really depends on your type of feet and the type of skate shoe. Vans Classics, for example, offer little arch support, but their pro models are very comfortable and great for everyday use. Skate shoes are … Read more