Technical Lakai Griffin skate shoes delivering superior board feel, cushioned protection, and streamlined style from skateboarding's skater-owned footwear pioneer.
Created by skateboarding's most respected footwear brand, the Griffin represents Lakai's commitment to performance without unnecessary bulk or marketing hype. Founded by skating legends Mike Carroll and Rick Howard, Lakai designs footwear specifically for skateboarding's unique demands rather than retrofitting athletic shoes with skate aesthetics. The Griffin features their Para-Mount outsole with deep herringbone tread pattern that delivers reliable grip for flip trick control at downtown spots while maintaining the perfect balance of board feel and impact protection. Its streamlined silhouette provides enhanced flexibility essential for proper flick at Richmond's technical ledge spots, with reinforced ollie areas that withstand the specific abrasion created during all-day sessions at Texas Beach DIY. The shoe's interior features DELUX-LITE insoles with targeted cushioning that absorbs harsh impacts when attacking gaps or transition at Manchester without compromising your connection to the board. Unlike bulkier alternatives, the Griffin's low-profile collar allows unrestricted ankle mobility for proper trick tweaking while maintaining enough structure to prevent internal slippage during demanding lines. The clean aesthetics transition seamlessly from skating to daily wear, with durable suede and breathable mesh panels strategically placed for both performance and comfort through humid Virginia summers. Each colorway undergoes extensive field testing from Lakai's team riders across various terrain types, ensuring the Griffin performs consistently from Richmond's smoothest concrete to its most weathered brick plazas. When your footwear represents the critical interface between your body and board, the Griffin delivers technical performance wrapped in clean aesthetics from skateboarding's most authentic footwear brand.
