New Balance Numeric is the “new kid on the block” in the skateboarding shoe market. I know some dudes out there don’t like big sports brands trying to get their foot into the skateboarding industry. But I think it’s gonna be very interesting how the comprehensive Know-How from brands like New Balance will influence new shoe technologies. I was very excited to skate the New Balance Numeric PJ Stratford 533. Let’s see what this shoe can do for you!
Fit and Feel
“The shoe features a very solid cup sole construction and strong padding.”
Right from the first look and feel, the PJ Stratford 533 makes a very good impression. The shoe features a very solid cup sole construction and strong padding. Furthermore, the shoe has a rather slim fit and in combination with the stiffness at the beginning, the Stratford 533 felt uncomfortable. It took three intense skateboarding sessions to get used to this new pair of shoes.
But from that point on, the shoe showed all its potential. Thanks to the combination of the cup sole construction and the RevLite Foam midsole, you can expect a high level of cushioning for high-impact skating. But you surely don’t have to worry about board feel! PJ Ladd’s signature shoe offers a good amount of comfort and a lot of boardfeel for technical skateboarding. The whole time while wearing this shoe, I was impressed with the tight fit. That gave me a confident feeling while skating.
Durability
“Another positive aspect of this skate shoe is the form stability…”
The New Balance Numeric PJ Stratford 533 impresses with the outstanding strength of the velour material as well as the outsole. I tested this shoe for more than a month and went skating nearly every day. And I have the feeling I could skate this shoe another month as intensively as I already have. As far as I can remember, the PJ Stratford is the first skate shoe I’ve worn where I didn’t need to change the laces. Another positive aspect of this skate shoe is the form stability, even after numerous sessions.
Conclusion
“This shoe is worth the money.”
The New Balance Numeric PJ Stratford 533 skate shoe rightly is one of New Balance Numeric’s brand-new flagships. A break-in period is needed to enjoy a nice wearing comfort. But if you accept it, you’ll get a high-quality, abrasion-resistant skate shoe equipped with a great cushioning system and the boardfeel you need. This shoe is worth the money.
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• Durability
• Cushioning & support
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• Long break-in period
