Reebok RB1735 Men's Safety Toe Skateboard Work Shoes - Black Steel Toe Work Boots for Construction, Warehouse & Industrial Use

I bought these shoes for Skateboarding. I have had two separate incidents where I have hurt my big toe. I was wearing Van’s Hi tops which do not give much protection to the toe. After my 2nd incident I began looking for skate shoes with steel toe. There were 3 different brands that offered this, but Rebok was the only on I could find in a High top. I was a little uneasy paying $90 for a shoe that will get torn up skateboarding but pleasantly surprised with an additional discount bringing the price down to $70.I received the sho last night and was amazed at the quality. It is a bulkier shoe than what I am used to(Vans), but after weighing them, they were only 3 oz more. The toe box is awesome. Lots of room and and protects the toes. You could smash it with a hammer and I am pretty sure it would hold up. The soles of the shoes are flat and have a great tread for gripping. I was locked into my skateboard better than ever. The inserts are nice and plush and felt great. Even with some 2 foot jumps and drops. Overall, my foot feels extremely protected and I am sure the backs are going to hold up to those heel smacks really well.As for performance, these shoes felt amazing. They are still flexible with the steel toe box, fit snuggly around the foot, and provide the protection to your feet. I was able to feel the difference immediately and felt more stable. I was able to pull off 2 trick that I have been trying for weeks. I am positive it was how secure the shoe felt and the extra grip it provided. My confidence level is up and I am looking forward to learning more.I have ordered two more pairs at the current price to replace these as they wear out. I am curious to see how long they last compared to my vans which typically last 3-4 months. I am thinking they may last 6-12 months with the quality. I will provide updates later.If you are like me and want a great high top skateboard shoe that protects your toes, these are excellent.