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The Best BMX Shoes in 2021 + Brand Guide
Trying to find the best BMX shoes? No problem. Our 5-minute guide lists all the best shoe brands, and two BMX shoe recommendations.
If you’ve already read through our guide to BMX for beginners, you’ll know BMX shoes are pretty much all you need in terms of clothing to start riding.
Finding the best BMX shoes isn’t easy, and for good reason. There are pretty-much zero brands making BMX specific shoes.
Why? Who knows.
MTB and skateboarders have their own range, but brands obviously don’t think there’s a big enough market for BMX.
But, all is not lost. Both MTB and skateboarding shoes are suitable for BMX.
Which BMX Shoes Would I Choose?
I’m a big fan of DCs, so when I upgrade, that’s where I’ll be putting my money.
If I rode park only, I’d head for the Pure Action.
If I need (which I do) a shoe that’s suitable for park, street, dirt jumping (and even mountain biking!), then I’d head for the DC Spartans.
I’ve been impressed with them and I’d say they’re the best BMX shoes for the money.
BMX Shoe Buying Guide
So, what do you need to be looking for in a BMX shoe?
Sole
The most important part of the shoe is the sole. You’ll want a thick and shock absorbant sole for when you land of ramps and do tricks.
Even more important if you ride brakeless.
And, that’s why MTB and skate shoes are suitable. Those riders are trying to get the same thing out of their shoes that we are.
Reviews
Finding the best shoes for BMX isn’t like it used to be. A quick check on shopping websites brings up a whole host of reviews. The reviews are definitely worth flicking through.
They bring up any issues such as poor quality, when shoes aren’t suitable for those with wide or flat feet, and how they compare to the buyer’s old shoes.
Whatever BMX shoe you plan on buying, I’d definitely suggest having a look through these reviews before making a purchase.
This Year’s Best BMX Shoe Brands
So, besides a thick sole and a product with reviews online, there’s one other thing to consider; choosing the right brand.
I’ve created a quick list of the best BMX shoe brands below.
Any skate or MTB shoe from these brands is going to be perfect:
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