Our verdict
With the ever-evolving state of today’s skate shoes, the Etnies Faze is a step back to the past with its classic-looking build infused with modern enhancements. It’s a nostalgic take on the early 2000s classic skate sneakers – emphasizing cushioning, durability, and visuals. It also comes with a thick tongue and padding, acting like armor for your feet when skating. So, if you’re looking for comfortable, tough, and stunning shoes that can withstand the abuse of intense skating, the Faze is for you!
Pros
- Soft and comfortable to wear
- Suitable for wide feet
- Sick visuals
- Easy to style
- True-to-size fit
- Classic-style skate shoes armed with a flair of modern features
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- Great impact absorption
- Sturdy construction
Cons
- Why trust us
- Stiff sole feel
Stiff sole feel
Whether you skate or not, the Etnies Faze is perfect if you want the following:
- A shoe that fits wide feet excellently
- Classic-style skate shoes armed with a flair of modern features
- Heres how a few experienced this level of comfort found in the Etnies Faze.
Who should NOT buy it
This pair isn’t ideal for people who want superb arch support. One alternative, in this case, would be the Etnies Kingpin. Furthermore, skaters who love the flexible feel vulc shoes provide should stay aloof from the Etnies Faze. If you want a more flexible shoe, you might want to check the Vans Skate Old Skool.
It feels like a dream to skate on
The Etnies Faze’s sole and padding construction help deliver a comfortable skating feel. It also comes with a thick tongue that provides a softer wearing experience. Not to mention, it features a padded collar that improves the shoe’s overall comfort.
Here's how a few experienced this level of comfort found in the Etnies Faze:
- “I liked the fit it was great and the padding is soft.”
- “Great impact absorption.”
- “Comfortable and secure and feels like a hug for your feet.”
A match made for wide feet
“For someone with a wide foot, it's hard to find a shoe that fits” one comment stated. The same comment also said that the Etnies Faze is one of the shoes that perfectly fit his feet— the other being the DC Court Graffik.
Sticks like adhesive
The Etnies Faze offers great traction on grip tapes. One reviewer noted that his pair delivered an “awesome grip” on his board. This is attributed to the shoes’ utilization of a 400 NBS rubber outsole which creates better surface friction, enhancing board control.
Works well as both walking and skating shoes
Many skaters can’t get enough of the Faze’s jaw-dropping looks. “I’ve received many compliments” and other similar comments run aplenty when it comes to this shoe’s design. Many skaters can’t get enough of the Faze’s jaw-dropping looks. It led to one of them saying that the Etnies Faze is “lit as f***”.
Highly versatile skate shoes
From skating down to casual strolls, there’s nothing the Etnies Faze can’t handle. Some reviews about the Faze stated that it’s suitable for walking, work, and even BMX riding! With these in mind, it's evident that the Etnies Faze passed every test skaters threw at them with flying colors.
Built like a tank
There are numerous reviews that praise the Fazes in terms of its build quality and durability. One skater has pushed the Etnies Faze by skating on it consistently for 2 straight months! In spite of that, his pair was able to withstand that level of abuse.
Disappointing arch support
The Etnies Faze has seen complaints about its lack of facilities that support foot arches. As it turns out, the shoe has a reduced arch area, which is not appreciable when compared to older Etnies models. Another backed this up by wishing that his Faze had better arch support.
A bit hard on soles
There have been some complaints about the Etnies Faze that they are “too stiff and flat.” According to one user, the Faze makes standing on concrete a bit uncomfortable. A critic emphasized using aftermarket insoles as a workaround to this problem.
