The 20" street thread

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The 20" street thread
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flag harry-h
Posted: Jun 30, 2015 at 15:42 Quote
unrooted wrote:
harry-h wrote:
I like a flexible sole, can't stand overly stuff shoes. Hence why I'll never ride in Etnies shoes...

So you're saying I should get etnies?!?
do you like the sole to be stiff as hell? Then yeah. I like to be able to wrap my foot around the pedal a bit, you also get a better feel for what the bike is doing with a more flexible sole I've found.
flag GrunderS
Posted: Jul 1, 2015 at 7:41 Quote
harry-h wrote:
unrooted wrote:
harry-h wrote:
I like a flexible sole, can't stand overly stuff shoes. Hence why I'll never ride in Etnies shoes...

So you're saying I should get etnies?!?
do you like the sole to be stiff as hell? Then yeah. I like to be able to wrap my foot around the pedal a bit, you also get a better feel for what the bike is doing with a more flexible sole I've found.

My etnies used to stiff as f*ck, rode brakeless for like 4 months and now they're nice and flexible. Janoski's are next on the list to try, but these don't seem to be dying anytime soon.
flag scrippsranchDJ
Posted: Jul 1, 2015 at 8:06 Quote
I've only really tried the halfcab pro skate shoes but they have a much thicker and absorbant sole compared to the regular vans models, completely different shoe.
flag wobblegoblin
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Posted: Jul 1, 2015 at 8:14 Quote
scrippsranchDJ wrote:
I've only really tried the halfcab pro skate shoes but they have a much thicker and absorbant sole compared to the regular vans models, completely different shoe.

Those are the ones I really want, but they don't make them in a 14. . . I'm looking at the etnies Rap CM for only $30: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RJX9H0A/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
flag scrippsranchDJ
Posted: Jul 1, 2015 at 9:27 Quote
Have you looked at the etnies brake? Bmx specific shoe, size 14 available on danscomp.
https://www.danscomp.com/products-SHOES/724193/Etnies_X_Cinema_Brake_20_Shoes.html
flag Urbaniste
Posted: Jul 1, 2015 at 10:29 Quote
I can vouch for the Brake being a decent shoe. Good tread pattern for pedals, not too soft, not too stiff, nicely padded.
flag gingy-0
Posted: Jul 1, 2015 at 10:33 Quote
I already got roasted for suggesting this but 5.10 dirtbags are great. Sole is very flexible and my shins have a lot less scars now because I don't slip the pedals near as much. And before somebody says they're too sticky I should add that I've never gotten them stuck doing a footjam or when using my foot for braking, (I ride brakeless). The soles wear out faster than vans but my halfcabs came apart at the stitches after a couple of weeks where the 5.10s are built much sturdier.

Edit: They're also like $35 on Amazon
flag ckholcomb
Posted: Jul 1, 2015 at 11:53 Quote
I might be a little biased cuz of been riding them for over 30 years...but Vans Era. Sizes up to 16 or more and always on sale somewhere. I however like to feel my pedals, almost like my foot kinda wrapping around the pedal a little so I like the thinner soles and I also ride brakes so they last me quite a while.
flag wobblegoblin
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Posted: Jul 1, 2015 at 13:09 Quote
I love era/authentics, despite the expected lifespan.

5.10 doesn't make the dirtbag in a 14.

I do wear my five ten freerider vxi when I'm dirt jumping, but I'm super scared of trashing my ankle with my pegs & pedals in the park.

The etnies brake looks great, but I've owned one pair of red shoes and felt like Ronald McDonald thanks to my size 14 foot.

I think I'll get a pair of the rap cm's at the very least for a shoe I wouldn't care about thrashing thanks to the price.
flag scrippsranchDJ
Posted: Jul 1, 2015 at 13:12 Quote
Well maroon isn't the only choice of shoe color, they have black/navy too but do whatever makes you happy.
flag guancho-libre
Posted: Jul 1, 2015 at 13:33 Quote
Stiffness of the sole has a lot more to do with the construction of the shoe not so much the brand.
If you want a stiffer sole look for something with a cupsole, this is where the sole and sidewall are one solid piece.
Unsecure image, only https images allowed: http://blog.skatewarehouse.com/wp-content/uploads/Vulcanized-Cupsole-3.jpg
If you want something softer look for a vulcanized sole, you can usually tell just by twisting the shoe but you can also see that the sole and side wall are not the same piece of rubber.
Unsecure image, only https images allowed: http://blog.skatewarehouse.com/wp-content/uploads/Vulcanized-Cupsole-4.jpg
I personally prefer the vulcanized shoes because they are more flexible and I feel like i can hold onto the pedals better for certain tricks, but they do lack the protection of a cupsole design. This is where insoles come in, it seems like a lot of riders are behind on the insole game, and I don't feel like going into detail on this so i'll just leave this here.
flag GrunderS
Posted: Jul 1, 2015 at 13:44 Quote
unrooted wrote:

I think I'll get a pair of the rap cm's at the very least for a shoe I wouldn't care about thrashing thanks to the price.

I have these, they've lasted me a year so far. sick shoes
flag bigbrotherbmx
Posted: Jul 1, 2015 at 13:54 Quote
guancho-libre wrote:
Stiffness of the sole has a lot more to do with the construction of the shoe not so much the brand.
If you want a stiffer sole look for something with a cupsole, this is where the sole and sidewall are one solid piece.
Unsecure image, only https images allowed: http://blog.skatewarehouse.com/wp-content/uploads/Vulcanized-Cupsole-3.jpg
If you want something softer look for a vulcanized sole, you can usually tell just by twisting the shoe but you can also see that the sole and side wall are not the same piece of rubber.
Unsecure image, only https images allowed: http://blog.skatewarehouse.com/wp-content/uploads/Vulcanized-Cupsole-4.jpg
I personally prefer the vulcanized shoes because they are more flexible and I feel like i can hold onto the pedals better for certain tricks, but they do lack the protection of a cupsole design. This is where insoles come in, it seems like a lot of riders are behind on the insole game, and I don't feel like going into detail on this so i'll just leave this here.

I love when people really put time into posts. Ty.
flag Urbaniste
Posted: Jul 1, 2015 at 13:55 Quote
ckholcomb wrote:
I might be a little biased cuz of been riding them for over 30 years...but Vans Era. Sizes up to 16 or more and always on sale somewhere. I however like to feel my pedals, almost like my foot kinda wrapping around the pedal a little so I like the thinner soles and I also ride brakes so they last me quite a while.

They're super comfortable, and a lot sturdier than I think they look, but I find as they get old they get a little too flexible for me.
flag guancho-libre
Posted: Jul 1, 2015 at 14:00 Quote
bigbrotherbmx wrote:
I love when people really put time into posts. Ty.
no problem at all, it only took a minute and it could be a huge difference for somebody, they have an awesome insole guide on their website (google fp insoles) that has a list of symptoms and different types of insole to help in different ways.
it may not make a difference for some people but it could be the difference between riding for an hour a day or riding 6 hours a day.

 


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