I enjoy this new dad or bro approach Ben! I laughed more than I probably should have during this video. I can tell you are having fun and not taking things too serious, which is what makes the best content!
Grant Taylor’s the raddest dad out! Just finished skating a pair of GT’s myself and they were by far the best feeling shoes I’ve ever had. However I’m a chronic ankle roller and sprained my ankle 3 times while I had these so I think I’ve got to stick with the blazer mids for that extra bit of ankle support and protection
Ben don't even worry about doing serious reviews, I don't blame you for being tired of it. This was really good, funny and still very informative. If you ever feel like doing more reviews just have fun with it we all wanna know what else is dad or bro. Also I'd love to see more collabs with Gifted Hater, you guys make sick videos together
This is too much! I like how you're cracking up in the early part and then somehow say rad dad and sweatpants dad with a straight face. Dad vs Bro is really just a super creative pro and con list in the end
Yeah Ben! So how did you get to take over that tennis court? So cool, a bank ramp butting up to the mini ramp will get it flowing good. Have you tried those Kyle Walkers, they might be different.
100% agree with you here. Those grey blazer lows before they made them all GT were my favorite shoes in the past ten years probably. They were the same ones that Nyjah was wearing consistently before his pro model came out. I didn't really see many other pros skating them. The GTs afterwards were slimmed down a bit I think and the suede felt thinner too. Still my favorite Nikes to skate along with the Blazer Mids.
I miss your stuff reviewing contents a lot LOL I know that you love what you skate and would never be changing some random stuff on your setups but bro.. if you have some rad stuff about sk8boarding or whatever you thing it’s nice to share to ppl like us, please….. Hope to see for more your vids 🙏🏻🍾 much love from 🇹🇭
This video was all over the place, loved it! As for GT pros, I can’t wear them for the same reason you love them, they are pretty pointy and narrow and I got a wide foot, they would just kill my feet.
@@bakedbeings I have pretty wide foot and they feel fine when you lace them looser from bottom to top. Also they have lace hoops inside on the first three holes
Here's me watching this video about skate shoes to see if GT Pro Blazers fit the same as Blazer Mids, thinking "Why is he so familiar?" Yep. He taught me how to plaster my walls. When i was doing DIY, @Vancouver Carpenter was by far the best How To for plastering! That's an extra DAD point.
I love blazers, but I get a ollie hole in them within a few sessions... So far the NB Jamie Foys have been good to me, and they have a rubber shield going around the whole shoe, pretty much
@@jouhajohnny Yup. Same problem. I'm notorious for getting ollie holes. Blazer mids lasted a whole lot longer then the lows, but thats most likly duo to it not making me flex my ancle as much. And therefore not wear at the typical place.
NB skate shoes are pretty solid aren’t they? I’ve been using the Jamie Foys as well but im thinking about trying the 1010 Tiagos this coming week. Hope they’re just as good if not better.
@@OleMisss I tried the 1010's on, and even in a size that was too snug, I got heelslip. So dont they work for my foot shape, unfortunately. Got mediumish feet with narrow heel area
It's almost like you listened to me in the last video. I asked if dad or bro was going to be a series and you have delivered to the fans. Best wishes from Vancouver Island
Snagged a pair of Blazers for £20 because some store is going out of business and I’m so excited to try them because I’ve heard nothing but good things about them
I guess I'm a dad now. After skating 3 pairs of es swift 1.5, I wanted to try something else and I think you made me buy these. I remember I enjoyed an OG bruins back in the day so I think Blazers GT will be fine as well.
I skated the blazer mids as my last shoe. I thought I didn't like it. Copped these e's accel explorers and the difference is night and day. Blazers are actually pretty good
Big fan of the og Blazer Lows. Would be curious to hear your opinion on the first Eric Koston pro model from Nike if you have tried them. If not, you should try to get your hands on a pair, favorite skate shoe of all time. I still buy them when I can find a pair on Ebay, since they havent been discontinued that long new-old stock isn't hard to find or exspensive. That crook at the end was so sick!
Now I can’t resist anymore. I‘ve been thinking of buying a pair since 2 months. I like Nike as a casual shoe but never skated a pair. While I have 4 pairs of SB Dunks but just for normal wear. Love the look of the Blazer and when you say they are that good and your favorite, I need a pair but I will go for the Black/White ones. Usually I stay away from vulcanized shoes and prefer Cupsoles.
Hey Ben. I have wide feet, like Flintstone feet. My skate shoe choices are limited, to say the least. Do you know any experienced skaters with wide feet and what they wear? Please advise if you see this? Thank you sir. Hello from Chicago!
100 dollars for a shoe is kinda on the expensive side imo. Btw when you mentioned that these shoes were super durable, were you talking about the leather or suede version? Thanks
SB Blazers, low and mid, are $80-$85 USD. Remember, Ben said CAD for prices. Premium versions of SB Blazers usually cost around $105 +/- $10. Edit: I think the only pairs reviewed on the channel have been suede. The Orange Label white leather joints looked out of the box fresh.
@@bendegros the scientific method in skateboarding always comes back to"preference"anyway, the human factor is so important that scientific consistency is impossible to achieve in that particular case.
so funny. I loved this video. I thought as soon as you explained the DAD v BRO board that it was AWESOMELY silly and was excited about that- then watching you laugh and lose it over how silly it was confirmed we were on the same page. Rad original content as always. keep shredding 🤘🏼🛹
Hey Ben, glad to see you're doing well. I didn't know where else to message you so I figured I'd ask you my question on here. I stripped down a 18' x 8' trailer and I wanted to build a mini pipe onto it that has a 2.5' transition with a 5.5' radius. I was wondering how you would go about doing this? Maybe you could make a video about it or just your thoughts. No biggs though, love your vids. Thanks man
hey ben, wish i could take your recommendations but i think my feet are way wider than yours, tried the lakai manchesters and i broke where you lace the shoes. Ive been skating the vans rowans for the last 2 years and they last me about 3-4 months. the sole wears out before the side of the shoes or flicking area even gets holes, wish they would make the top of the rowan shoe with a better sole that doesnt wear out so fast
I tried skating in my blazer mids and it was the worst. I want to try a vulcanized shoe but my legs seem to get tired quicker. Currently skating in the Adidas Busenitz.
Ben is great Nike 🚫 not so much . Vans try the ave pro they look great extra laces and are very comfortable are responsive super grip on any surface never seem to wear out I'm 44 I still use my 1st pair as work shoes every now and then still haven't ate through ,for me % 💯 AVE pro vans. For you Definitely worth a try 👍
How do you feel about slip ons? I switched to Nike SB slip ons and have really enjoyed them. I have that same issue with Vans, my feet just don't fit well.
@@chrisXjosi There's more to it. I'm just not interested. But trust me I get it. You've watched some of my past videos and you're interest in product is piqued. I was there too a few years ago. But after riding a whole bunch of different stuff and messing with my setup for over 4 years I'm just done with it. I know what I like and I'm not changing it and my curiosity about new or different products just isn't there. Sorry to disappoint but I'm not revisiting that part of my creative past.
@@bendegros thank you so much for your reply, i appreciate that you took the time to respond. You already said this in your past videos and i understand it. Iam having 16 different trucks and iam testing all out and iam coming always back to Indy Titanium with the standard baseplate, not the forged. I dont want to give up and test out, its so boring to skate indys and spitfire, because everyone skate with it.
I disagree that durability is a dad tick mark. Bros want to flex how much the shoe costs, but they spend so much they don’t want to have to buy new shoes quickly. Dads on the other hand LOVE to get at least one new piece of gear once a week and you can’t replace your whole entire setup fast enough to go through a set of shoes in that time
These were such a strange shoe for me. Took months to break in and have me the most painful feet and blisters but then they were indestructible after that and skated really well. Didn't get any ollie holes even though I usually do
Ben, I will watch every particle of skate footage you put out until you hang it up. You are my internet skate dad. This comment is weird... Love from Ontario!
I broke my ankle in blazers and they kind of gave me ptsd but at the same time, NO other shoe can heel flip like that. Use Sb dunks for kickflippy variantions and blazers for heelflip variations and you saving yourself some time while filming lol.
Yeah I love GT blazers (and blazers in general) bought the white sude with gum soles from my local shop and skated them right out the box. I think they skate pretty well without being worn in first (suede version) and agree with your comment on the heelflips, did one first try in them on the hip 😊
I enjoy this new dad or bro approach Ben! I laughed more than I probably should have during this video. I can tell you are having fun and not taking things too serious, which is what makes the best content!
This
def. bro vibes
Dad bro squad
youve put in the time and effort to do "serious" reviews for years. this is just as informative and i laughed the whole time lol
no ben ur not premiering this in 13 hours. you’re premiering it rn bud
lmao
Let’s get this comment to receive a pin and 10 likes from the truck madness guru!
😂 I can't win.
I really liked you in Cheers 🍻
Ben: "this is so stupid" Us: "this is perfect"
Grant Taylor’s the raddest dad out! Just finished skating a pair of GT’s myself and they were by far the best feeling shoes I’ve ever had. However I’m a chronic ankle roller and sprained my ankle 3 times while I had these so I think I’ve got to stick with the blazer mids for that extra bit of ankle support and protection
Ben don't even worry about doing serious reviews, I don't blame you for being tired of it. This was really good, funny and still very informative. If you ever feel like doing more reviews just have fun with it we all wanna know what else is dad or bro. Also I'd love to see more collabs with Gifted Hater, you guys make sick videos together
I’m gonna check the pants out. So good to see you out ripping again. Maybe I’ll try some blazers sometime! Thanks Ben
-dad
Hey Ronnie! I loved your part in Menikmati. Still holds up to this day and is an incredible part.
Ben, glad to see
you back at it. Do what you can when you can bud. You know we will check it out when it drops. Glad the knee is getting better.
This is too much! I like how you're cracking up in the early part and then somehow say rad dad and sweatpants dad with a straight face. Dad vs Bro is really just a super creative pro and con list in the end
Yeah Ben! So how did you get to take over that tennis court? So cool, a bank ramp butting up to the mini ramp will get it flowing good. Have you tried those Kyle Walkers, they might be different.
100% agree with you here. Those grey blazer lows before they made them all GT were my favorite shoes in the past ten years probably. They were the same ones that Nyjah was wearing consistently before his pro model came out. I didn't really see many other pros skating them. The GTs afterwards were slimmed down a bit I think and the suede felt thinner too. Still my favorite Nikes to skate along with the Blazer Mids.
I have the leather ones. The quality is superb. $55 on sale can’t beat it
This video was great! I like the switch up. Keeps it fresh and adds some comedy. Definitely awesome to see you skating some more! Keep ripping🤙
I think a pair of chunky DCs would fit the dad vs bro idea very well, hahaha...
I miss your stuff reviewing contents a lot LOL I know that you love what you skate and would never be changing some random stuff on your setups but bro.. if you have some rad stuff about sk8boarding or whatever you thing it’s nice to share to ppl like us, please…..
Hope to see for more your vids 🙏🏻🍾 much love from 🇹🇭
This video was all over the place, loved it! As for GT pros, I can’t wear them for the same reason you love them, they are pretty pointy and narrow and I got a wide foot, they would just kill my feet.
Ben you the shit bro wether your talking or skating! #Skillz4dayzzz keep ‘em coming we need a whole trick tutorial series!
What a friendly humble man! Love your vid man. I’ll give ya a bro point on that! 😉👊
Ben you should try the new Ishod shoe they feel like a mix of a blazer and dunk with modern touch
Held them in store today and they're super long and skinny too
@@bakedbeings I have pretty wide foot and they feel fine when you lace them looser from bottom to top. Also they have lace hoops inside on the first three holes
Here's me watching this video about skate shoes to see if GT Pro Blazers fit the same as Blazer Mids, thinking "Why is he so familiar?"
Yep. He taught me how to plaster my walls. When i was doing DIY, @Vancouver Carpenter was by far the best How To for plastering! That's an extra DAD point.
that double sided curb came out perfect ! looks so fun
The best skate shoe Nike makes.
You'd be surprised too, I have 2E wide feet and the blazer GT fits me true to size, unlike dunks or the blazer mids...
I love blazers, but I get a ollie hole in them within a few sessions... So far the NB Jamie Foys have been good to me, and they have a rubber shield going around the whole shoe, pretty much
Have you tried the new Ishods 🫣
@@jouhajohnny Yup. Same problem. I'm notorious for getting ollie holes. Blazer mids lasted a whole lot longer then the lows, but thats most likly duo to it not making me flex my ancle as much. And therefore not wear at the typical place.
NB skate shoes are pretty solid aren’t they? I’ve been using the Jamie Foys as well but im thinking about trying the 1010 Tiagos this coming week. Hope they’re just as good if not better.
@@OleMisss I tried the 1010's on, and even in a size that was too snug, I got heelslip. So dont they work for my foot shape, unfortunately. Got mediumish feet with narrow heel area
It's almost like you listened to me in the last video. I asked if dad or bro was going to be a series and you have delivered to the fans. Best wishes from Vancouver Island
Shoes 👟 is looking cool to proving a great dad and skateboarding around the tour of a famous spot to executing and landing it smoothly!
Brilliant video. Gave me a good chuckle.
Now the important question… When are you going to review the dunks?
When they are thrashed.
Dad or Bro has to become a series
I think every real sk8er should strive to avoid ollie holes and lace rips
Love my GT blazers. The insoles seem a little thinner coming from vans. Do you swap your insoles?
I approve of this type of review, for you this is surely Dad. Please do Es or Emerica or even DCs see if it's Dad or Bro
I want to see a discussion of the middle east explained in dad and bro terms
Snagged a pair of Blazers for £20 because some store is going out of business and I’m so excited to try them because I’ve heard nothing but good things about them
I guess I'm a dad now. After skating 3 pairs of es swift 1.5, I wanted to try something else and I think you made me buy these. I remember I enjoyed an OG bruins back in the day so I think Blazers GT will be fine as well.
Could you review the new balance skate shoes? Specifically the NB 1010 Tiagos. I think you may be pleasantly surprised by them.
You may be pleasantly surprised in the not so distant future :)
Those shoes are ripe for dad or bro
@@bendegros I’m excited. Us dads gotta rep the new balance 😂
Hey Ben! Love the reviews! I’m a huge GT Blazer fan. FYI NIKE has the powder blue on sale! Just got myself a pair.
I skated the blazer mids as my last shoe. I thought I didn't like it. Copped these e's accel explorers and the difference is night and day. Blazers are actually pretty good
Honestly this has to be one of my fav videos from you, had me laughing and the review was killer
12:24 As a 27 yr old I mostly skate with the under 20 or the above 30 generation so I always feel like the weird mix in between :D
Big fan of the og Blazer Lows. Would be curious to hear your opinion on the first Eric Koston pro model from Nike if you have tried them. If not, you should try to get your hands on a pair, favorite skate shoe of all time. I still buy them when I can find a pair on Ebay, since they havent been discontinued that long new-old stock isn't hard to find or exspensive. That crook at the end was so sick!
Never tried them
Now I can’t resist anymore.
I‘ve been thinking of buying a pair since 2 months. I like Nike as a casual shoe but never skated a pair.
While I have 4 pairs of SB Dunks but just for normal wear.
Love the look of the Blazer and when you say they are that good and your favorite, I need a pair but I will go for the Black/White ones. Usually I stay away from vulcanized shoes and prefer Cupsoles.
What the ™️ was that Crook line on the rail man that was nuts-- I agree with that dude, you caught that crazy that's wild 💪🏾
As always great video Ben!
Question, when we can see the review of the new wheels "Dragon Formula" from Powell Peralta?
Sorry to disappoint but possibly never. I'm just not into doing real reviews of actual products anymore. I barely change anything on my setup now.
Perfect mix of information and comedy
The courts have a mini ramp 🤯
You're such a dad bro. Great skating and review!!
Hey Ben. I have wide feet, like Flintstone feet. My skate shoe choices are limited, to say the least. Do you know any experienced skaters with wide feet and what they wear? Please advise if you see this? Thank you sir. Hello from Chicago!
A formal request to bring back the primitive pants they look too good
Dad v Bro content is great. Keep it coming Ben!
Man your mini looks so perfect, what are the sizes on it?
3.5 feet tall with 6 foot transition. 15 feet wide
100 dollars for a shoe is kinda on the expensive side imo. Btw when you mentioned that these shoes were super durable, were you talking about the leather or suede version? Thanks
It's not expensive in canadian dollars. Thats a middle of the road price IMO
SB Blazers, low and mid, are $80-$85 USD. Remember, Ben said CAD for prices. Premium versions of SB Blazers usually cost around $105 +/- $10.
Edit: I think the only pairs reviewed on the channel have been suede. The Orange Label white leather joints looked out of the box fresh.
i like it when its not really a review.
Me too.....real reviews are dumb
@@bendegros the scientific method in skateboarding always comes back to"preference"anyway, the human factor is so important that scientific consistency is impossible to achieve in that particular case.
One of my favourite videos from u
you are such a cool dude, love the vids man!
so funny.
I loved this video.
I thought as soon as you explained the DAD v BRO board that it was AWESOMELY silly and was excited about that- then watching you laugh and lose it over how silly it was confirmed we were on the same page.
Rad original content as always.
keep shredding 🤘🏼🛹
I’m a dad and I get sale shoes half the time…
Facts on the price 😂 I ride skater owned companies like Emerica tho, not Nike…
Love the look of tail tap reverts on mini ramps !
Can’t do them Yet being the key word
this was my favorite video by far, make more of these
Hey Ben, glad to see you're doing well. I didn't know where else to message you so I figured I'd ask you my question on here. I stripped down a 18' x 8' trailer and I wanted to build a mini pipe onto it that has a 2.5' transition with a 5.5' radius. I was wondering how you would go about doing this? Maybe you could make a video about it or just your thoughts. No biggs though, love your vids. Thanks man
Thanks once nome Ben, I am looking for a pair of shoes to replace my Adiddas busenitz and well, definitely gonna try this out
Blazer gt gave me heel flips on steriods. Great vidya Ben👍
hey ben, wish i could take your recommendations but i think my feet are way wider than yours, tried the lakai manchesters and i broke where you lace the shoes. Ive been skating the vans rowans for the last 2 years and they last me about 3-4 months. the sole wears out before the side of the shoes or flicking area even gets holes, wish they would make the top of the rowan shoe with a better sole that doesnt wear out so fast
I think those collabs with GH are rubbing off on you man, I like it.
Love your videos! You seem like a cool and humble guy, keep up the good work🫡👍
I'm in the UK and I hate how all pants are tight these days. Struggle to find baggy clothes (which I love)
"Worst video ever" dude your videos are so wholesome and wonderful and excellent insight on products
I tried skating in my blazer mids and it was the worst. I want to try a vulcanized shoe but my legs seem to get tired quicker. Currently skating in the Adidas Busenitz.
Hilarious. Maybe my favorite of yr vids
The problem of these shoes is the insoles are too thin. Suggest putting Cariuma insole into them. Happy feet…..
I just started watchimg but these Are definately dad
Ben is great Nike 🚫 not so much . Vans try the ave pro they look great extra laces and are very comfortable are responsive super grip on any surface never seem to wear out I'm 44 I still use my 1st pair as work shoes every now and then still haven't ate through ,for me % 💯 AVE pro vans. For you Definitely worth a try 👍
How do you feel about slip ons? I switched to Nike SB slip ons and have really enjoyed them. I have that same issue with Vans, my feet just don't fit well.
Slip ons are full dad....nuf said
Would like to see reviews of trucks and wheels. Please make it happen, 1 time a week! 🤞
Are you paying?
@@bendegros this!
If i have enough money, i would for sure!
@@chrisXjosi There's more to it. I'm just not interested. But trust me I get it. You've watched some of my past videos and you're interest in product is piqued. I was there too a few years ago. But after riding a whole bunch of different stuff and messing with my setup for over 4 years I'm just done with it. I know what I like and I'm not changing it and my curiosity about new or different products just isn't there. Sorry to disappoint but I'm not revisiting that part of my creative past.
@@bendegros thank you so much for your reply, i appreciate that you took the time to respond. You already said this in your past videos and i understand it.
Iam having 16 different trucks and iam testing all out and iam coming always back to Indy Titanium with the standard baseplate, not the forged.
I dont want to give up and test out, its so boring to skate indys and spitfire, because everyone skate with it.
What make are the dark blue chinos man?
Yuuuh, a video on my birthday
Please review the last resort
I disagree that durability is a dad tick mark. Bros want to flex how much the shoe costs, but they spend so much they don’t want to have to buy new shoes quickly. Dads on the other hand LOVE to get at least one new piece of gear once a week and you can’t replace your whole entire setup fast enough to go through a set of shoes in that time
Recent subscriber and this video was amazing. Please more dad v bro swag videos this idea is genius looool
These were such a strange shoe for me. Took months to break in and have me the most painful feet and blisters but then they were indestructible after that and skated really well. Didn't get any ollie holes even though I usually do
Ben, I will watch every particle of skate footage you put out until you hang it up. You are my internet skate dad. This comment is weird... Love from Ontario!
Slappy Ben is the best. Always a pleasure to watch your videos.
i want to skate that counter top box so badly! xD
need to do a tier list with gifted hater about this
I have the same issue with vans. I’m also a blazer guy and always loved vans but cannot skate in them and don’t fit right
Love this video and every time you put something out! Much love from Vegas! #Raddads
dad bro goals
Great review, all the info and some fun.
lol always good to see your face again in my recommended
Im of the mind to get a pair, possibly?
Ben, how do you casually have a full skate park in your back yard? I don't think you have ever talked about the slappy curb either?!
I broke my ankle in blazers and they kind of gave me ptsd but at the same time, NO other shoe can heel flip like that. Use Sb dunks for kickflippy variantions and blazers for heelflip variations and you saving yourself some time while filming lol.
Love the dad or bro break down!
How about them thunders tho? Any word on when they are releasing?
Ben! turn any loose baggy jeans/pants into 40 yr old pants/jeans by simply cuffing 1-2 times.
Keep it comin bro . We like your videos
try the wayvee model from vans. Its more high-tech and the best vans shoe I've ever had!
Yeah I love GT blazers (and blazers in general) bought the white sude with gum soles from my local shop and skated them right out the box. I think they skate pretty well without being worn in first (suede version) and agree with your comment on the heelflips, did one first try in them on the hip 😊
I would skate them but my local skate shop doesn’t have them (no skate shops do thanks to nike) so i’m gonna stick to half cabs or lakai telfords
I've been eyeing this exact shoe but I already know if I bought a pair I will end up taken em back - why can't Nicki(Nike) make a wider option.
I would recommend the adidas aloha super
Dude, your "fit" is Tom Hanks/Jimmy Buffet....BUT....between the Nikes & Thunders all you need is an energy drink hat & you can go full SLS.