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Shoes - DC Avenue, Anthony Van Engelen's signature model

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By Steve Cave, About.com

DC Shoe Co USA Avenue

The Bottom Line

DC's Anthony Van Engelen signature shoes are quality. They come packed with features, and a slight old school look. Something like a cross between a large puffy skate shoe and a tight running shoe, these shoes offer a good ballance, while still being solid skate shoes.
Pros
  • Anthony Van Engelen signature model
  • DGT Outsole design enhances board control and the durrability of the shoe
  • Low profile skate shoe - looks like a blend between skate and running shoes
Cons
  • Narrow toes - if you have wide feet, you won't like Avenues

Description

  • Anthony Van Engelen signature model
  • Strong action nubuck, action leather or action suede upper
  • Pal Ab 2003 or suede toe cap
  • shock absorbant airbag in the heel
  • innovative DGT outsole design for enhanced board control and durability
  • perfomalite midsole is lightweight and provides cushioning

Guide Review - Shoes - DC Avenue, Anthony Van Engelen's signature model

DC skate shoes come pretty high tech, with various features to help you skate better, more comfortably, and to help your shoes last longer. The DC pro signature series has the best of the best, and that's what Anthony Van Engelen's Avenue's are.

One special feature of the Avenues is DGT - Dynamic Grip Technology. This is a new breakthrough with DC where the rubber of the soles are made of different durrometers in different places, providing control, traction and durability where you want it.

Some models come with pal ab toe caps, and some with suede. It depends on what style you are going for, but if it doesn't matter to you, definately go for the pal ab. It's great for protecting your shoes and helping durring technical tricks.

Just make sure you watch for comfort. The heel collar grips your heel very well, and the shoes have plenty of padding. But, if you have wide feet, these shoes will pinch your toes, which can get old. But, if this isn't a problem for you, check these shoes out for sure.

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