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== Features == Skate shoes can be split into [[Vulcanized rubber|vulcanized]] and cupsole models. Vulcanized shoes are flexible and have good board feel, while cupsole shoes offer better protection and support.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://athleteaudit.com/how-to-choose-skate-shoes/|title=How to Choose Skate Shoes - Tips, Advice, & Selection |date=2016-10-20 |website=Athlete Audit |access-date=2017-07-24}}</ref> Shoe innovations include preventing "heel bruises" (damage to the heel area of the foot caused by harsh landings), enhancement of "skateboard feel" through increased flexibility, and increased grip traction allowing for more predictable handling. Many features of a skate shoe are designed to increase durability. Skate shoes are subjected to the abrasiveness of a skateboard's grip tape regularly; this is why skaters tend to go through shoes quickly. Super suede, action leather, and plastic reinforcing the [[toe box]] help to extend the life of a skate shoe. Lace loops and protectors are designed to prevent laces from ripping by shielding the most common areas that come into contact with grip tape. Other common features include reinforced stitching to prevent ripping, and wider shoe width so that there is more contact with the board, with thicker tongues and sides to compensate. Technical features include: *Ollie patch (Vision Street Wear, [[Airwalk]] β 1980s)<ref name="History_SF" /> *Duracap ([[Vans]]) *Air pockets in the heels *Dynamic Grip Technology (DGT β [[DC Shoes]])<ref>{{cite web|title=DC - Pro Spec 2.0 Mid 7816784|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2-pHhsxzo8|work=YouTube|publisher=Google, Inc|access-date=24 September 2012|author=ZapposGear|date=31 March 2011}}</ref> *System G2 Cushioning ([[etnies]], [[Emerica]], Γ©S){{Citation needed|date=September 2012}} *STI foam ([[etnies]], Emerica, Γ©S){{Citation needed|date=September 2012}} *Silicone Rubber makes shoes last longer (SiRC) *Stash Pockets under sole or tongue ([[DVS Shoe Company|DVS]],<ref>{{cite web|title=Stash Pocket 420 by DVS|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pN9In5L6nlM |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211212/pN9In5L6nlM| archive-date=2021-12-12 |url-status=live|work=YouTube|publisher=Google, Inc|access-date=24 September 2012|author=hurbangrower|date=12 January 2012}}{{cbignore}}</ref> [[Ipath]]<ref>{{cite web|title=CUSTOMER REVIEWS FOR IPATH GRASSHOPPER - MEN'S|url=http://reviews.ccs.com/8008/115745/ipath-ipath-grasshopper-mens-reviews/reviews.htm|work=CCS|access-date=3 October 2012|author=BrotasticLaxer|date=4 August 2012}}</ref> and [[Supra (footwear brand)|Supra]]<ref>{{cite web|title=SUPRA SKYTOP BLACK/PURPLE DETAILED LOOK|url=http://www.nicekicks.com/2008/09/supra-skytop-blackpurple-detailed-look/|work=Nice Kicks|publisher=Complex Sneakers|access-date=3 October 2012|author=Nice Kicks|year=2008}}</ref>) *Shock-Absorbing insoles ([[Nike SB]]) *[[Kevlar]]-reinforced laces (Nike SB)<ref>{{cite web|title=NIKE SB DUNK HIGH PREMIUM|url=http://www.revert.nl/en/product/9455.html?id=9455|work=revert|publisher=Revert.nl|access-date=3 October 2012|year=1995β2012}}</ref> *Lunarlon (Nike SB)<ref>{{cite web|title=Nike - Lunarlon Cushioning With Eric Koston|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rc2I0Lhi81Y| archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110723132624/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rc2I0Lhi81Y&gl=US&hl=en&has_verified=1| archive-date=2011-07-23 | url-status=dead|work=YouTube|publisher=Google, Inc|access-date=3 October 2012|author=nikeskateboarding|date=7 July 2011}}</ref>
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