Braden B.
As a long time skateboarder when I put…
As a long time skateboarder when I put on my first pair of 298's I went and bought two more pair and a pair of TJ's. These are hands down the best skate shoe I've ever owned out of the box. What makes it even cooler is the styling and the attention to detail on the shoe itself. Two sets of eyelets! I mean that's awesome. Added to that the shoes come laced up and ready to go with an extra set of laces in a different color. This is a company dedicated to skating in sea of companies making so-called skate shoes that are cheap, uncomfortable, and disintegrate quickly.
Response from eS SkateboardingJun 12, 2026
Thanks, Braden, for taking the time to share this. Stoked to hear the 298s and TJs are hitting that out-of-the-box feel and holding up strong for you. Appreciate you calling out the details like the eyelets, extra laces, and overall skate focus—that’s exactly the kind of stuff we put into the design for real skate use. We really appreciate the support. Artur from éS Customer Service