this is one of my favorite skate shoes. not only do i like the style of these shoes but the grip on the bottom is amazing. gives you a good foot stuck to the board feel and doesnt wear out like other brands. usualy the soles of shoes last me 2 or 3 weeks skating but any gravis sole will last me at least a month of skating. the waxed canvas isnt extreamly durable but with a little shoe goo it will keep looking great and skating great