Shoe Features: Suede upper with breathable mesh and perforations for heat reduction. Low-profile vulcanized outsole provides better board feel. Single padded tongue with elastic centering straps. Optional lower and upper lace protection. Polyurethane insoles provide cushioning. First of all, these shoes are super comfy. They're also suede, which means they skate really well. With the low profile sole, you don't even need to break them in? Just lace ‘em up and go skate. Plus, they've got the vulcanized sole; if you don't know about vulcanized yet, you've been sleepin' under a rock!