Our verdict
Continue your skating momentum with DVS Honcho. This skate sneaker from DVS has the bells and whistles that keep you going even in the cold season. The leather-plus-nubuck upper provides divine comfort, supplemented with the padding-heavy ankle for a gentle ride. The iconic silhouette comes in many color combinations for a price that doesn’t break the bank.
Pros
- Sublime comfort
- Sufficient padding
- Great heel feel
- Available in many colorways
- Incredible ankle support
- Iconic design
- Great value for money
Cons
- Feels stiff during break-in
- Runs narrow
Who should buy DVS Honcho
Get your own pair of DVS Honcho if:
- You are a fan of mid-top skate shoes that are gentle on the heel.
- Leather-made skate-inspired kicks are on your shopping list.
- You want a comfy and rad-looking sneaker that is worth every penny.
Who should not buy it
Militia Boot is another eye-catching mid-top skate sneaker from DVS that you should check out. They don’t require a break-in period too. If you want to venture to other brands, try Add a product because it has no issues with fit and sizing.
DVS Honcho runs a half-size small
According to the reviews, you should buy at least a half size up for the Honcho. The fit is great but they are “too small in the width,” noted one reviewer. For additional reference, skim through the DVS size chart. If you don’t know your shoe size, learn how to measure your foot with this guide.
Why trust us
There’s no question regarding how comfy DVS Honcho is. The Honchos are “really comfortable on foot”, a tester wrote in their review. According to another sneaker fan, they love how the shoes are comfy especially on the heel area because of the ankle padding.
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According to the reviews, the kicks are not comfy right out of the box. “They are very rigid [when] breaking them [in],” a sneakerhead reported. They also reported that their feet were aching during the break-in period. “I'm just not that much of a fan of the stiff and rigid feel,” they added.
Exceptional ankle support of DVS Honcho
Many skaters love the heel and ankle lockdown of these skate shoes. “My favorite skate shoe so far is the ankle support helps a lot,” noted one experienced skater. Another reviewer noted that the kicks have heavy ankle padding for support. One skater also emphasized that the kicks should be tied all the way up. These shoes should be tied all the way because, according to a user, “they give INCREDIBLE ankle support when tied right.”
Feels stiff during break-in
The kicks are dope as described by several testers. The skate shoe is available in many bold colorways too. One reviewer noted that they love the rad colors of the Honchos. Another reviewer expressed that they were “stoked to see” a timeless design and quality shoe. One sneakerhead compared the looks of the Honcho to the classic Airwalk Prototype.
The price is right with the Honcho
With a price tag of $82, DVS Honcho is a steal for many sneaker fans and skating enthusiasts. “The shoes look great and I'm happy with the price,” one reviewer noted in their review. One tester even suggested that if the stitches were doubled for the sole, they would gladly pay even $120 bucks.
In comparison, the average price of all mid-top skate shoes on the Stefoy-les-lyonShops database is $86. Additionally, the mean price of all DVS sneakers is $70.
