Our verdict
These 90s reissues are still just as good now as they were many years ago when they first came out. Many users are astounded by the feel and toughness of the eS Accel OG, which lasts longer than many average skate kicks. It offers plenty of protection and can help pop out some of the nicest frontside flips possible. And if you’re a non-skater, the chunky styling is very much on-trend.
Pros
- Durable
- A skateboard companion capable enough to last a long time is what you prefer
- Who should not buy the eS Accel OG
- Crowd favorite
- True to size
- Appealing colorways
- Grippy outsole
- Huge and it's a good thing
Cons
- Requires a break-in period
- Not breathable
Who should buy the eS Accel OG
The eS Accel OG might suit you well if:
- A skateboard companion capable enough to last a long time is what you prefer.
- Also, sneakerheads who need a summer-ready shoe may have to take a look at the.
- A sneaker protective enough to shield your heels and ankles against harm is what you are after.
Who should not buy the eS Accel OG
Wearers looking for a shoe that offers comfort on day one may have to take the eS Accel Og off their list. They are better off with the eS Accel Slim. Also, sneakerheads who need a summer-ready shoe may have to take a look at the eS Silo.
The eS Accel OG's well-fitting design
The eS Accel OG sneaker boasts a true-to-size fit so finding your perfect match shouldn’t be a problem. The fit is on point as well as observed by a few owners. Moreover, the shoes hug the feet, and the huge, poofy tongues keep the feet locked in place.
Lasting kicks
Many eS Accel OG users cited the durability of the shoes as one of their main reasons for liking them, especially the stitching which could last longer than three weeks.
Short break-in needed
According to a tester who even grew up skating in these shoes and now bought a new pair - it takes only 2 days to break these in and get that good board feeling.
Big yet functional
Many complain about the Accel OG looking huge, however, those who grew up with these shoes - whether wanting them or actually skating in them - know that, due to that volume, the shoes are comfy and durable AF.
Requires a break-in period
The chunky profile of the eS Accel OG is not just for style but also provides enough padding and cushioning that makes any high-impact skater smile.
Who should not buy the eS Accel OG
These chunky, low-top sneakers offer a lot of protection, a good number of testers stated. The risk of bruised heels and rolled ankles is also greatly lessened.
The favorite of many
A lot of skateboarders claimed that eS Accel OG skate shoes are their favorite skating footwear ever because of the perfect combination of style and function.
Amazing colorways
Some eS Accel OG reviewers were ecstatic about the amazing colorways. The shoe is available in brown/gum and white/black colorways too.
Not so breathable
There is A LOT of padding and not many ventilation holes. So, not the best summer shoe - expect sweaty socks.
Aggressive outsole traction
Among the skate shoes from the eS brand, eS Accel OG.
Requires a break-in period
Whether you skate or not, the rise of the beetle-crushers is unavoidable. It’s everywhere from lifestyle shoes to skating kicks. And if you skate, well, consider it a bonus that with eS Accel OGs you’ve got exceptionally functional footwear that’s very much on-trend.
- Take the eS Accel OG navy/white/red colorway and pair them with white pants, a red long-sleeved sweater, and a blue jacket.
- eS Accel OG sneakers in black/charcoal or black colorways and pair with loose grey pants, a burgundy shirt, and a red jacket.
Notable features
Way before the chunky shoe trend started, there was the eS and the Accel model. Accel shoes have an ultra-technical construction that takes into consideration every need the skateboarder has.
eS Accel OGs feature STI open-cell foam cushioning that, while excellent at absorbing impact, is also good for providing board control and feel. The 400 NBS gum rubber enhances the outsoles’ longevity and toughness.
updated 26 May 2023
“Everything a shoe should be for skateboarding,” as one reviewer put it, may explain why the Accel silhouette remains the eS brand’s most popular silhouette since the company was founded in 1995. The sneakers were some of the first releases of the brand.
The sneakers’ puffy shoe design was an innovation that was not seen much on skaters’ kicks then which were mostly your basic cupsole shoe with suede fabric. And since Accel shoes ticked all the boxes skaters needed in their skating footwear (comfort, function, durability, and style), it was no wonder that these became the skating footwear of choice for many pros. In fact, The Accels were just as ubiquitous as blue jeans, and most skaters in the 90s to the 2000s had one or two of these in their closets.
The success of the Accel silhouette was followed up with many more memorable models. It was triumph after triumph for eS, not just with its shoes but with the legendary team of riders it managed to gather—Sal Barber, Chad Muska, Eric Koston, and Paul Sharpe, to name a few. However, in 2012, Sole Technology, which owns eS, etnies, and Emerica, decided to put eS on hiatus because the hype surrounding it might endanger its other brands.
The clamor for the eS brand grew loud, and four years after the hiatus, eS came out of its hibernation, all rested up and ready to take on the skateboarding world by storm again. And what better way to do this than by reissuing its most famous model as the Accel OG?
