Skate Culture Insider Team

Before skateboarding was commodified by malls and faceless online warehouses, the real ones were holding it down in their neighborhoods. They built communities out of concrete and plywood—running shops where …

Before the era of e-commerce, skating and shopping for skate gear were part of the same workflow. The places you shopped, whether the mall or the local brick‑and‑mortar with a …

The 21 Best Skateboard Shoes — Reviews 2020 

As all skateboarders know, skating is tough on your shoes — from constant contact with the tar on the undersole, to the abuse from ollies, kickflips, and nollies, the shoes you choose need to be tough enough to withstand the constant attack from grip tape.

Not only do they need to be strong, but your shoes need to be comfortable and supportive too. Skateboarding is notoriously hard on your body, not least your feet, and you’ll need all the support you can get. Lastly, the aesthetic of the shoe you choose needs to match your unique personality and style of skateboarding.

With the ever-growing popularity of skateboarding these days and the consequent explosion of products, it can be difficult to choose the right shoe to suit your uniq