![]() ![]() The laces cinch up easily and hold tight to keep the pressure where you want it, but are very long, and with no useful way to trap them I had to resort to stuffing them down the tongue. That said, experience has taught me that a higher top can limit flexibility, so their mid top choice makes a lot of sense to retain some pedal friendliness. The mid top offers reasonable support and protection thanks to the padded rings, but I would like to see an even higher cut to further boost the support. Their sizing is fairly roomy but true to size, with enough volume to allow for an ankle guard to squeeze in for most or a generously cushioned sock. I think the Vice Mids look great – super clean with a subtle hint of RC styling that allows them to happily serve double duty on the bike or in the pub. This suede upper is perforated for breathability, and the protection is bolstered by a TPU toe box. This upper uses a suede material to provide their desired blend of casual styling while retaining the desired durability and performance. ![]() The Vice Mid uses a mid-top construction with select padding in the most damage-prone area at the top of the cuff to provide more protection and support. The Vice Mids are the mid-top version of the Ride Concepts Vice shoe in essence – the shoe designed to offer dirt jumpers and freeriders improved pedal feel and maneuverability compared with the grippier shoes in the Ride Concepts lineup. It’s safe to say I’ve got a new favorite. It just so happened that my Etnies Semenuk Pro shoes were ready for retirement, so when Ride Concepts asked me if I’d like to test any of their shoes, I was quick to grab a set of Vice Mids to fill in for BMX duties. It turns out he wasn’t alone in wishing for the Vice in a higher cut, and in 2021 Ride Concepts released the Vice Mid to offer the same blend of performance and style with some extra protection and stability. The Vice came into the Ride Concepts lineup a few years ago to offer a slightly more casual and flexible shoe that still packs high performance, and Drew was a fan aside from its low cut. Review by Robert Johnston | Photos by Adam Lievesley ![]() RIDE CONCEPTS VICE MID SHOES REVIEW SKATE STYLE SNEAKS WITH TECH ![]()
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