Best Skateboarding Shoes
From Nike and adidas’ latest models to signature shoes by Nyjah Huston and Tyshawn Jones, everything you need to know before buying your next pair of skate shoes.
What are the best brands for skateboarding shoes?
Most major sportswear brands, including Nike, adidas and New Balance, operate skate-specific divisions dedicated to specialized shoes and apparel. In addition to those, Vans and Converse are two of the most popular skateboarding shoe brands.
What are the new skateboarding shoes that are coming out?
Brands are constantly releasing skateboarding shoes in new colorways and designs. For more, head to our dedicated skateboarding shoes page.
How to tell if skateboarding shoes are authentic?
GOAT uses machine-learning technology, digital authentication, in-hand verification or a combination of these methods to determine if sneakers are fake or real. By doing so, we seek to ensure the skateboarding shoes you purchase are both authentic and as-described.
What are the upcoming skateboarding sneaker releases?
Upcoming and recent skateboarding sneaker releases include:
What famous skaters have their own sneaker?
Several famous skaters have signature shoes including Dennis Busenitz, Nyjah Huston, Tyshawn Jones, Eric Koston and more.
How to lace skate shoes?
There are various ways to tie skate shoes, with some people preferring to not lace them up at all for a looser fit. For a standard fit, start by passing the laces through the lower eyelets and then cross them over each upper set of eyelets. Tighten the laces as you go to achieve a snug fit. Finally, tie off with a double knot or a strong bow to prevent them from coming loose while skating.
Are Dunks considered skate shoes?
The Nike Dunk was created as a college basketball shoe in 1985 but was later adopted by the skate community due to its grippy sole and excess padding. In 2000, the Swoosh’s SB division debuted the Dunk SB in 2000 as a specialized skateboarding version of the Dunk. For more on the Dunk, visit our beginner’s guide.