Borrowing from 2002's Air Max Moto, the ribcage quarter panels of the Nike SB Vertebrae Skate Shoes give this modern silhouette the perfect touch of retro. Constructed with a blend of suede, mesh, and leather, these shoes offer improved breathability with perforations on the toe box and lightweight mesh tongue. A cupsole construction with a cored out rubber outsole provides enhanced support with optimum board feel. Completed with double row stitching for added durability and subtle yet stylish branding throughout.
Sole
Cupsole
Primary Upper Materials
Suede
Synthetic
Details
Double Row Stitching
Embossed Logos on Heel and Toe
Vertical Logo Print on Tongue
Minimal Layers Around Toe For Easy Flick
Cored Out Rubber Outsole
Elastic Gusseted Tongue
Lightweight Mesh Tongue
Perforations at Side
Features
Sole
Cupsole - Durable and shock-absorbing to provide the best impact protection against hard landings. Cupsoles generally last longer than a vulcanized sole but don't provide as much flexibility and board feel right out of the box.
Details
Cored Out Rubber Outsole - Interior of the rubber outsole is cored out in a honeycomb pattern for weight reduction and flexibility.
Elastic Gusseted Tongue - Lets you wear the shoe like a slip-on when laces are removed.
Lightweight Mesh Tongue - Increases breathability to keep your feet comfortable.
Perforations at Side - The perforations on the side of the shoe allows moisture and heat to escape providing a more comfortable wearing experience.
Very comfortable and supportive. It has a nice cup that my heel slips right into and has a firmer material on the sides which does a good job of keeping my feet secure as well as protected. I'm able to feel with my toes and the mesh keeps my feet cool. I wasn't aware they can be worn with or without laces and be slipped on and off. The tongue has sturdy elastic on each side which keeps it in place. I would of liked them in a 10.5 wide because they're a little snug around the outside edges. They will more than likely loosen up a bit the more I wear them. As my title states, the blue looks a lot better in person than in the pictures. I'm very happy with the price and how quickly I received them. Thanks as always!
