Nike SB Force 58
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Cupsole Durability Meets Vulcanized Boardfeel
The Nike SB Force 58 solves the trade-off skaters have lived with for decades: cupsole shoes last but feel stiff, while vulcanized shoes flex but wear out fast. The Force 58 delivers both in one build. The rubber sole carries a full cupsole stitch for long-term structural durability, while the overall construction retains the low-profile flexibility that lets you actually feel the board beneath your feet. Right out of the box, this shoe skates broken in.
Upper Construction
The upper pairs suede and canvas, two materials chosen deliberately. Suede handles abrasion from grip tape and repeated ollie impact. Canvas panels add breathability and reduce overall weight without sacrificing structure. Perforations on the toe box improve airflow during extended sessions, and the Swoosh detail on the toe is a direct reference to Nike's heritage basketball silhouettes, giving the Force 58 a clean, recognizable profile on and off the board.
Tri-Star Sole Technology
The outsole geometry is where Nike SB did the engineering work. Tri-star shapes molded into the rubber expand and contract with foot movement, which does two things: it increases grip on the board surface as weight shifts, and it improves tactile feedback so you feel what the deck is doing through the sole. Most cupsole shoes sacrifice this sensory connection. The Force 58 keeps it.
Inner Gusset
A stretchy inner gusset wraps around the foot interior and hugs the foot even when laces are loose or blown out. This is a practical skate feature: laces take punishment, and a shoe that stays on your foot without perfect lace tension is a shoe that keeps you skating. The gusset also contributes to a secure, wrapped feel that reduces interior slippage during technical footwork.
Nike SB Heritage
Nike SB operates out of Nike headquarters with a mandate to combine Nike's performance materials and design with the specific demands of skateboarding, snowboarding, and surfing. The Force 58 reflects that lineage directly: basketball shoe DNA (the perforated toe, the Swoosh placement, the cupsole sole unit) rebuilt from the ground up for skate performance. The result is a shoe that reads as a classic but performs as a skate-specific tool.
Shop the Nike SB Force 58 at Island Water Sports
The Nike SB Force 58 is available in store and online at Island Water Sports. Use the variant picker above to find your option. Questions? Call us at 954-427-4929.
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Specifications
- Brand
- Nike SB
- Model
- Force 58
- Upper Materials
- Suede and canvas
- Sole
- Rubber cupsole with full cupsole stitch
- Sole Technology
- Tri-star shapes that expand and contract for grip and boardfeel
- Toe Detail
- Perforations and Swoosh; nod to heritage basketball styles
- Interior
- Stretchy inner gusset for secure foot hold
- Category
- Skate shoe
- Gender
- Men's
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes the Nike SB Force 58 different from a standard cupsole skate shoe?
- The Force 58 uses a full cupsole stitch for durability but pairs it with tri-star sole geometry that expands and contracts with foot movement. The result is cupsole longevity with closer-to-vulcanized boardfeel, which most cupsole shoes do not deliver.
- Is the Nike SB Force 58 good for skating or just casual wear?
- It is a skate-specific shoe. The suede and canvas upper resists grip tape abrasion, the tri-star outsole is engineered for board grip and tactile feedback, and the inner gusset keeps the shoe on your foot if laces fail. It works casually too, but the design choices are driven by skate use.
- What is the inner gusset on the Nike SB Force 58?
- It is a stretchy fabric sleeve inside the shoe that wraps the foot independently of the lace system. If your laces loosen or break mid-session, the gusset holds the shoe against your foot so you can keep skating.
- What does the Nike Force 58 on feet feel like compared to vulcanized skate shoes?
- The Force 58 is designed to feel more flexible and board-sensitive than a typical cupsole shoe. Nike describes it as delivering vulcanized-level boardfeel while keeping the structural durability of a cupsole construction. The tri-star sole geometry is the key mechanism behind that flex and feedback.
- How does the suede and canvas upper hold up to skateboarding?
- Suede is one of the most abrasion-resistant natural upper materials used in skate footwear, which is why it appears on the high-wear zones. Canvas provides structure and breathability on panels that see less direct grip tape contact. The two work together to balance durability and comfort across a session.
- Where can I buy the Nike SB Force 58?
- The Nike SB Force 58 is available at Island Water Sports in store and online. Use the variant picker on this page to select your option, or call 954-427-4929 for help.
- What is the heel design on the Nike SB Force 58?
- The heel panel features a large Swoosh graphic, a design detail that references Nike's heritage basketball silhouettes. The perforations on the toe box repeat that basketball-inspired aesthetic while also improving ventilation.