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+35 years of designing, developing and manufacturing footwear to be the most comfortable, durable and performance driven products you've ever stepped your foot in

OUTSOLE

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Michelin OC1
Skate formula with 3x MORE durable outsole with maximum grip made with Michelin rubber compound

Formula G
A compoud that is 2X MORE grippy than a standard rubber and provides a specific grip for all-around riding.

Michelin Grip
Michelin tire tread inspired design for 3X MORE grip

Geo Hex
Geo-Hex tread pattern designed for excellent multi-directional grip and flexibility

400 NBS
Standard rubber compound for out-of-the-box grip and flexibility

2X Wrapped Tape
Double wrapped vulcanized foxing tape construction provides great support and durability

Recycled
20% reground rubber outsole for better sustainability and friendly to our environment

Evolution Foam
STI Evolution Foam outsole unit is a lightweight molded EVA that provides superior cushioning and comfort that doesn't pack out

MIDSOLE

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Evolution Foam
STI Evolution foam midsole is a lightweight molded EVA that provides superior cushioning and comfort that doesn't pack out

Pedal Shank
The reinforced board last in the midsole provides support and protection while still flexible for pedal feel

Eva Foam
Standard die-cut EVA foam midsole provides great comfort and cushioning

Bloom
Bloom foam is the world's first plant-based foam formulated with Algae Biomass

UPPER

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Force Shield
Extra reinforced upper shell adds support and helps prevent upper from bagging out from skating or riding.

Evertoe
TPR rubber toe cap provides maximum durablity and abrasion resistance for a long lasting upper. 

Tongue Straps
Elastic tongue straps secure the foot for less heel slip, support and a snug fit

Perforated Foam
Perforated foam in tongue provides air flow around the foot for a cooler and dryer foot.

Lace Guard
Optional lacing system for lace protection.

Reflective
Reflective overlays help keep you visible long after the sun has gone down.

Vegan
Non-leather based upper materials and water-based glues are loved by animals and our vegan friends.

Eco-Friendly
Eco-friendly upper materials made from either biodye, recycled microfiber, PET laces, organic cotton or lining made of lyocell.


Insole

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STI Comfort Level 1
The STI Comfort level 1 insole is a die-cut airy PU made for comfort

STI Comfort Level 2
The STI Comfort level 2 insole is athicker molded airy PU made for comfort and built with an arch support and heel cup

STI Performance Level 1
The STI Performance Level 1 insole is a new improved lightweight PU compound. It is designed for high impact and built with a molded arch support and heel cup

STI Performance Level 2
The STI Performance Level 2 insole is a new improved lightweight PU compound that is thicker for the drop to floor construction. It is designed for high impact and built with a molded arch support and heel cup

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