Skating shoes under 300

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After extensive research on more than 40 popular and high-performing models available today, we bought 6 of the best skate shoes for testing. Our skate experts spent weeks skating in each model to find out how they fit, feel, and perform. From freestyle to cruising, we skated countless hours to learn how these shoes differ in critical areas like comfort, board feel, durability, and traction. So, whether you need some shoes to cruise around in occasionally or you're a dedicated skater who's out shredding every day, we identify the pair of kicks to fit your style, budget, or skill level. For your Editor's Note: We updated this article on March 8, 2023, to ensure our selection is current and that all products are still available for purchase. Minimal ventilation The Since the Pillar is a mid-top with more material than the other models, it is slightly heavier, although not enough to make a noticeable difference when skating or to affect its ranking in our assessment. The entire upper of the shoe is suede (aside from the canvas tongue), so they can get rather hot, but the few small perforated areas provide some ventilation. The break-in period was a bit longer than most of the low-tops, but they also held up longer, making it a pretty fair trade-off. The sole is somewhat thick, so the foot sits slightly higher above the ground, which can decrease stability. But fortunately, the footbed sank as the shoe broke in. While the Pillar provides ankle support, the insole is very flat ...