Emerica skate shoes are a staple in skateboarding Created in 1996 to speak directly to the core skateboarder, Emerica skateboard shoes are built to be highly functional and tailor-made for skateboarding The legendary Emerica team has a rich history and has always consisted of some of the best professional skateboarders there has ever been - Heath Kirchart, Chris Senn, Justin Strubing, Erik Ellington and Jamie Thomas to name a few previous riders The Wino G6 Slip-On builds upon the Wino G6, infusing it with a G6 PU Insole for first-rate cushioning, Double Wrapped Vulc Construction for more board feel, and Emerica s Fit Heel Anchor System Features - Vulcanized construction - G6 foam insole - Double wrapped foxing - Perfed lycra internal fit system - Desert Grip Tread - Synthetic Suede - Vegan