Real Reviews from Real Skateboarders

No marketing talk. Just honest feedback from people actually skating and wearing Emerica.

From first-session board feel to long-term durability, this page brings together verified reviews across footwear and apparel so you can see how each style fits, feels, and holds up in real use.

Use these reviews to compare:

Fit — true-to-size, width, and break-in
Comfort — straight out of the box and over time
Board feel & grip — how the shoe performs underfoot
Durability — how it lasts through real skating
Overall wear — everyday comfort, travel, and off-board use

Whether you already know the model you want or you’re still deciding, this is the best place to hear it from the people who put Emerica to work.

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Have been wearing these for the last year or two

Have been wearing these for the last year or two - and have had around 3 pairs of them. Super comfortable shoe. It is a tad wider than Vans, so the toe box and cup sole are roomy, but not too loose. They hold up pretty well to skating - outlasting many of the other shoes I’ve skated in. A personal favorite shoe!

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One of the most comfortable shoes ever

One of the most comfortable shoes I have ever put on my feet. Right from the get go, felt snug and did not have to break it in like you do with a lot of other shoes. They also look sharp and I received a lot of compliments with them on my feet.

This is what we love to hear! Nothing beats a shoe that feels right straight out of the box, and we're stoked the Moca delivered from day one.

The compliments are always a nice bonus too. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience, and enjoy putting plenty more miles on them!

Artur from Emerica Customer Service

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Replaced the accel as my favorite shoe?!

I have skated accels for decades and have tried plenty of others in that time as well, but nothing seemed to be able to really challenge the accel. I had never tried the MJs/ OG1 in all those, but finally got a pair earlier this year. Since trying them I can comfortably say the accel is at least sharing the number one spot now if not stepping down. These are just simply a truly great shoe. I have since gotten another pair and plan on grabbing more.
PLEASE DON’T STOP MAKING THESE!!

Love hearing this! Decades of skating Accels is a pretty solid benchmark, so having the OG-1 challenge that top spot means a lot. Thanks for giving them a shot and for coming back for another pair already.

And don't worry, we've heard the 'PLEASE DON’T STOP MAKING THESE!!' loud and clear. We'll make sure the team sees your feedback. Enjoy the fresh kicks and keep shredding!
Artur from Emerica Customer Service

Very nice

Great shoe. Fits true to size. The padding is amazing and so is the grip and board feel. Great toe cap for flick. Its not bulky but its not slim either, i say its just right!

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Marc was my friend

Marc was my friend. I’m stoked to wear these in his memory.

Hi Jonathan,

Thanks for sharing this.

We’re truly glad the OG-1 means something special for you and that you’re choosing to wear them in Marc’s memory. Sending respect your way — we appreciate you being part of the Emerica community.

Cheers,
Artur
Emerica Customer Service

Awesome and comfortable

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Great shoe for skating pools or street

Amazing board feel for transition skating and great grip on the sole. The gum is nice and flexible. Does wear a little quick on the bottom on your front foot

Appreciate the feedback — glad the Moca is delivering that board feel and grip for transition and street. Noted on the faster wear on the front foot, that kind of input is valuable for dialling in durability zones.
Artur from Emerica Customer Service

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So good I bought 2

Quality Made shoes at a good price, so good I purchased another pair in white a few months later.

Maybe runs a little narrow in the toe, squeaks on floors like a basketball shoe.... Loosening my laces a bit helped with tightness. Some versions come with a leather upper which is great anti stain resistance.

**** shoe I like it.

Hey Cruz,
Stoked to hear that — thanks for the detailed feedback. Good to know the Heritic is landing well overall and that you’re getting solid durability and value out of it. Noted on the slightly narrow toe and the squeak as well, that kind of real-world input is super useful for future refinements.
Appreciate you backing it enough to grab a second pair.
Artur from Emerica Customer Service

My favorite Emerica shoe.

GREY/HEATHER / XL

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Good fit

BLACK / 11.5

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Thank

Thank you

CREME / 10.5

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great shoe, great

great shoe, great company

Hey Nate,
Appreciate that — glad the Heritic is treating you well. Thanks for the support
Artur from Emerica Customer Service

BLACK/WHITE/GOLD / 9

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Very dope

Very dope shoe!!

GREY/RED / 10.5

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Good price solid skate shoe 10/10

Good price solid skate shoe 10/10 🙏

Hey Ryan,
Appreciate that 🙏 Glad the Cadence is hitting the mark for you — solid skate shoe at a solid price is what it’s all about.
Artur from Emerica Customer Service

BLACK/GOLD / 11

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Always wanted a pair of emericas since I was a

Always wanted a pair of emericas since I was a kid and this is my first pair and they're everything I ever expected nice job everyone at emerica!

Hey Jason,
That’s awesome to hear. Means a lot that your first pair lived up to the expectations after all those years. Hope the Hobans get plenty of skate time
Artur from Emerica Customer Service

TAN/GUM / 9.5

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Amazing look and feel

Amazing and comfortable

BLACK/WHITE/GOLD / 9.5

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Very nice shoes

Comfortable, good looking and affordable

Hi José,

Thank you for your review. It is amazing to hear that you love your pair of Hobans.

We always do our best to create the highest quality shoes possible at an affordable price, and we are happy to hear that they worked so well for you.

Do not hesitate to reach back on the review page soon!

Guillaume
Emerica customer service

WHITE/GREEN / 12

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Longest lasting shoe ever

Longest lasting shoe ever.

Hi Ben,

Thank you for reaching out. We are stoked to hear that you love your pair of OGs!

Having a pair of skate shoes that lasts a long time is extremely important, especially for skating, so it is amazing to hear that they have been holding up well for you.

Feedback like yours truly means a lot to the team and helps confirm that we are moving in the right direction with our products.

Thank you again for your support!

Guillaume Emerica customer service

BLACK/WHITE/GOLD / 12

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Great shoes, great price, love

Great shoes, great price, love them!

DARK NAVY / 9.5

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Emerica user since 1996

Hi Miguel,

Thank you so much for your review and your loyalty to Emerica. We are stoked to hear that you have been enjoying Emerica since 1996.

We hope you love the Low Vulc and all your other pairs of Emerica shoes for many years to come.

Guillaume Emerica Customer service

GREY/BLACK / 9.5

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Only thing wish they had shorter laces but they skate great

BLACK/WHITE/GOLD / 10.5

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Bombproof!

Emerica does it again. So stoked to start skating these.

BROWN/BLACK / 9

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10/10 fantastic shoe

10/10 fantastic shoe. Very comfortable.

Hello,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. The Slip-On is a classic and will remain part of the Emerica line for a long time! We’re really happy to hear that you love them!

Thanks again for your support and happy skating!

Guillaume
Emerica customer service

BLACK / 8.5

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Awesome shoes!

Comfortable and looks good!

Hi Bhart,

Thank you for your review. The KSL G6 has such a great look, and we’re glad to hear you feel the same. Creating shoes that look good and feel comfortable is a top priority for us, so it’s great to know that comes through for you.

Thanks again, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any other great review ideas.

Guillaume
Emerica customer service.

Love the MJ/OG 1s

Love the MJ/OG 1s.
So comfortable, 41 year old man, wearing shoes I always wanted but never got as a kid.

Hi Jonathan,

we're thrilled to hear you love them! It's great to be part of your journey to find those nostalgic kicks.

Thanks for sharing your experience!
Cheers
Anna
emerica Customer Service Team

Todo perfecto

Todo perfecto , llegó muy rápido.
Muy satisfecho con la compra !!!
5 estrellas

Great service and products

Great service and products, really happy with the T-shirt I bought.

Thank you so much for your kind words and 5-star review! We are stoked to hear that you had a great experience shopping with us. We take pride in providing high-quality items, like the T-shirt you purchased. We appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again in the future. Have a wonderful day!
Guillaume
Emerica customer service

Really good board feel and grip. The fit feels secure and they hold up well during regular sessions.

Hi there! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a positive review. We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the great board feel and grip, as well as the secure fit. Keep shredding and thanks for choosing our product! :)
Cheers,
Corto - Emerica Customer Service

Great for skateboarding, though they lean more toward performance than casual comfort.

Clean classic style that works great for skating. They feel responsive and comfortable right away.

Hi Paolo,

Thank you for taking the time to write a review. That out-of-the-box feel is so important, and we’re happy to hear that our work in designing comfortable, reliable shoes is paying off.

Please don’t hesitate to come back and share another review soon!

Guillaume
Emerica Customer Service

Been wearing them since the first line came out in 1996, always held up when I had to ollie some stairs. Awesome shoes, simple and to the point. They almost look like dress shoes. I really hope this company stiays around.

Hi Paul,

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. Making high-quality skateboard shoes is always our top priority, the aesthetics come second, so we’re stoked to hear that both the performance and the look are working for you.

Wishing you plenty of clean landed stair gaps in your KSL G6!

Guillaume
Emerica customer service

The single-wrap vulc construction and triangle tread give excellent grip and control, while the G6 footbed helps absorb impact on landings.

Hi Anna. Thank you for taking the time to leave such a positive review! We are thrilled to hear that the single-wrap vulc construction and triangle tread have given you excellent grip and control. Thank you for choosing our product and we hope to continue providing you with great experiences. Keep shredding!
Corto - Emerica Customer Service

Solid, skate-focused shoe with a secure fit and strong traction.

Favorite skate shoe

God bless Emerica

Your store is making it impossible to buy shoes

Been a fan of Emerica since Jerry hsu. I was about to buy a pair of shoes but the website is only dedicated to customer reviews. I have literally no option to purchase product. It’s a never ending reel of customer reviews. Smh.

No Response from Customer Service/Contact eMail

I still haven't heard anything back from customer service about my returned goods for a refund.
This is really frustrating.

Hi Cormac,

Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We apologize for the delay in responding to your email regarding your returned item. We always strive to provide prompt and efficient customer service and we regret that we have not met your expectations this time. We value our customers and their satisfaction is our top priority. We hope to have the opportunity to make it up to you in the future.

Alex Emerica Customer Support

Great company

I love emerica and es. Under the same umbrella. I want my money to go to companies that care for their customers. I will admit I was a big Nike n Jordan guy as well as vans. But let's face it they push their liberal agenda on ya. I'm not for that.