In 1992, skaters ditched skate shoes (after they were done cutting them down and duct taping them) in favor of PUMAs and adidas. Brands like Airwalk and Etnies reacted by creating stripped-down ...

7. Gourmet Footwear Quattro Skate 2 WR These shoes are made of water-resistant Wolverine suede and have a perforated ollie area -- all on an athletic cupsole. $100 ...