Skate shoes hit $35 flat across multiple brands — here's what to grab
A wave of shoe deals has pushed prices to $35 or less across Lakai, Converse, Nike SB, and eS. Here are the five most interesting pickups right now.
Something unusual is happening in the shoe category this week. A broad cluster of skate shoes has settled at $35, representing drops of 50 to 59 percent off original retail across brands that normally sit in very different price tiers. That means a Lakai, a Nike SB, and a Converse are all priced identically today, which makes the buying decision less about budget and more about what actually fits your skating. A few outliers above that floor are also worth attention. Here is what stands out.
Shoes: Converse Louie Lopez Pro 2 — 59% off
The Converse Louie Lopez Pro 2 is sitting at $35, down from $85.37, which is a 59 percent drop on a vulcanized shoe that has a real reputation in technical skating circles. Vulc construction means a thinner, more flexible sole with direct board contact, and Louie Lopez built his name on exactly that kind of precise, controlled footwork. The low weight and minimal padding profile here are intentional design choices for flip tricks and footwork where you need to feel the board reacting under you.
At full price this shoe competes in a crowded vulc market. At $35 it is simply the best value in that category right now. If you skate technical street and you have been putting off picking up a dedicated vulc shoe, this is a reasonable moment to stop waiting.
Shoes: Nike SB Bruin High — 59% off
The Nike SB Bruin High at $35 (was $85.37) is the one deal in this batch that shifts the conversation toward transition and park skating. High-tops are a practical choice if you skate ramps or bowl with any regularity, because the ankle collar gives you meaningful support on landings that are harder on joints than flat ground. The Bruin silhouette has been around the Nike SB catalog long enough that the fit is well understood, and the vintage basketball DNA means the sole has real substance underfoot.
The catch with high-tops is always board feel. More material around the ankle usually means slightly less direct feedback from the deck. For skaters who prioritize that connection above everything else, this is a tradeoff. For anyone who has rolled an ankle recently or who spends time on vert terrain, $35 for a high-top with Nike SB construction is worth serious consideration.
Shoes: eS Accel Slim Black/Black — 50% off
The eS Accel Slim Black/Black (2020) drops to $35 from $69.99, a 50 percent cut. The Accel line has been a staple in eS's catalog for years and the Slim version narrows the fit and reduces material specifically to push board feel closer to a vulc without fully committing to that construction. Low profile, minimal bulk, designed for technical skating where the distance between your foot and the deck matters.
What separates this from the other $35 shoes in today's batch is the fit profile. Slim cut shoes skew toward skaters with narrower feet, and if that describes you, finding a skate shoe that actually fits without excess material shifting around is genuinely useful. The all-black colorway also means it will not show wear the way white or light options do, which is a practical consideration for a shoe you are going to beat on.
Shoes: New Balance 933 Andrew Reynolds — 52% off
The New Balance 933 Andrew Reynolds sits at $65, down from $134.95, a 52 percent reduction and the only pro signature in this recap that actually lands at a price reflecting real skate-specific engineering. Reynolds has been associated with board control and heavy-duty skating for his entire career, and a signature built around his preferences is going to lean toward support and impact protection rather than minimal-feel vulc construction.
This is the shoe in today's deals aimed at skaters who put serious mileage in and need cushioning that holds up. At $134.95 it asks you to make a commitment. At $65 the math changes considerably, especially for anyone who has burned through cheaper shoes quickly and is looking for something built to last longer sessions.
Shoes: Vans Old Skool 36+ — 56% off
The Vans Old Skool 36+ at $35 (was $79.55) deserves a mention specifically because of what the 36+ designation adds over the standard Old Skool. The reinforced stitching and protective toe capping make this a more durable version of one of the most proven silhouettes in skate shoe history. The original Old Skool has been on skateboarding feet since the 1970s and the proportions and board feel are as well understood as any shoe in the category.
At $79 this competes fine on durability grounds. At $35 it becomes a practical choice for anyone who wants a reliable everyday shoe without thinking too hard about it. The fit is familiar to most skaters, the sole delivers consistent vulc-adjacent board feel, and the reinforced construction means it will hold together longer than the base version. Sometimes the right call is just the shoe that you know works.