Skate shoes are unusually cheap right now, five deals worth knowing about
From Andrew Reynolds' signature NB 933 to the Adidas Samba ADV, this week's biggest shoe drops are deep enough to actually matter. Here's what to grab.
Today's recap is almost entirely shoes, which makes sense because that's where the money is moving right now. The drops range from 40% to 59% off, and a few of them land on shoes with enough pedigree or technical intent to make the discount genuinely interesting rather than just a clearance flush. If you've been putting off a shoe purchase because nothing felt like the right moment, this week is probably the moment. Five picks below, ordered by how much they're actually worth thinking about.
Shoes: Lakai Conrad, 59% off
The Lakai Conrad is down to $35 from $85.37, which is the single steepest percentage drop in today's data at 59% off. Lakai has been building skate shoes since the late nineties and the Conrad sits at the entry level of their current lineup. No specs were provided, so there's no foam density or outsole compound to break down, but contextually this is a straightforward low-profile skate shoe built around basic impact protection and board feel rather than any stacked tech.
At $35, the math is simple. Even if you burn through it in two months, you've paid less than you would for one session of replacing a blown-out toe box on a more expensive shoe. This is the pick if you want a backup pair, a beater for learning tricks, or just something to put on your feet while your main pair dries out. Lakai's construction quality at this price point is hard to argue with.
Shoes: New Balance 933 Andrew Reynolds, 52% off
The New Balance 933 Andrew Reynolds is at $65, down from $134.95. That's 52% off a pro-model signature shoe, which is the kind of discount that usually only shows up when a colorway gets discontinued or a retailer is rotating stock. Reynolds is a legitimate skating institution and New Balance's skate line has put serious engineering resources into their footwear since re-entering the market, so this isn't a name slapped on a generic silhouette.
The context notes enhanced support and impact protection, which tracks with what you'd expect from a shoe designed around Reynolds' style of heavy, consequence-absorbing skating. If you're skating ledges, stairs, or anything that puts repeated shock through your heel and ankle, a shoe built to absorb that is worth paying for. At $65 instead of $135, it's worth paying for twice over. This is the headline deal of the day.
Shoes: Adidas Samba ADV Dusky, 50% off
The Adidas Samba ADV Dusky is at $50, cut from $99.99. The Samba ADV is the skate-specific version of one of the most recognizable shoe silhouettes in existence, updated with reinforced overlays and gum rubber for actual skate use rather than just the aesthetic. Gum rubber outsoles have long been preferred by board-feel-focused skaters because they grip grip tape without being sticky to the point where you lose the ability to adjust your foot position mid-trick.
The "Dusky" colorway is presumably a muted palette variant, which matters if you care about whether your shoes look beat after a week or not. Darker and more neutral colorways hide scuffs and sole schmutz better than anything bright. The half-price entry here gets you a shoe with real crossover appeal between skate performance and everyday wear, which is either relevant to you or it isn't, but the price is right either way.
Shoes: Last Resort AB VM003 Suede High Top, 50% off
The Last Resort AB VM003 - Suede High Top is at $49.95, down from $99.90. Last Resort AB came out of Sweden and their VM series has built a reputation for skate-specific construction that doesn't compromise board feel for bulk. The high-top version adds ankle coverage without the usual trade-off of reduced flexibility, and suede is the right material choice here because it wears in rather than wearing out, conforming to your foot while maintaining structural integrity longer than canvas alternatives.
High-tops are a personal preference, but for skaters who've dealt with rolled ankles or just want the added lateral support during technical tricks, this is a legitimate option at a price that removes most of the hesitation. At $50 for a suede high-top from a brand that has earned its credibility in the skate-specific footwear space, there's not much to argue against.
Shoes: Adidas x ADWYSD Always Pro Model, 50% off
The Adidas x ADWYSD Always Pro Model Black/Semi is at $60, down from $119.99. ADWYSD (Are Days Wasted You Skate Daily) is a UK-rooted skate collective that has built a real scene presence, and collaborative shoes from brands with genuine skate community ties tend to reflect that in the construction choices rather than just the graphic. The "elevated materials and craftsmanship" noted in the context language is vague, but Adidas's skate line has consistent baseline quality and collabs of this type typically push that baseline upward rather than downward.
The Black/Semi colorway gives you flexibility across outfits and setups, which matters when you're paying for a shoe that's meant to last. At $60 for a collaborative pro model that was $120, you're getting something with design intent behind it at the price point of a basic skate shoe. If you're going to spend $60 on shoes this week, this is one of the more interesting ways to do it.