Did you know the average skateboarder buys a new pair of skate shoes every 2 months? STI set out to find a way to let you skate longer in your shoes. e-Suede™ is STI’s latest creation and was developed to withstand the demands of skateboarding where abrasion and friction from grip tape can destroy regular types of suede in only a couple days. Tested exclusively in the STI research lab on its custom built Ollie and kick flip machine, e-Suede™ has been proven to provide significant durability performance compared to other types of suede.
e-Suede™ features a unique fiber structure that is stronger than traditional suede and is infused with a friction reducing oil which acts a lubricant to keep the fibers silky smooth. The result is highly durable skate shoes which last weeks longer than regular suede shoes while still providing great board feel and flick.