Our verdict
For such an affordable sneakerboot, the Cure High-Top brings more than skate excellence to the table. In this stunning high-top kick from DC, you'll go places with uber-pampered feet, whether on foot or on the board. It also delivers a heightened sense of security, especially around the ankle, giving you a level of boldness you've never had before.
Pros
- Aesthetically incredible
- Who should NOT buy it
- Quite long-lasting
- Gets clean easily
- A suffocating experience for chunky-footed folks
- Supportive collar
- Longboarding wonder
Cons
- Too cramped
- The cure for fashion blandness
If you want a high-top kick with a more forgiving fit, opt for the
A finely crafted layered leather sneaker is the DC Cure High-Top. Buy it if:
- You're into boots These shoes are incredibly narrow.
- Skate sneakers that take less time to clean are what you're after.
- Among the easiest to clean from DCs lineup.
that take less time to clean are what youre after
If you want a high-top kick with a more forgiving fit, opt for the Crockett High from Vans. Also, consider The Lizzie if you need something cushier and springier underfoot.
A suffocating experience for chunky-footed folks
Sneaker fans in droves are simply astonished by the Cure High-Top's slick beauty. "spiffy," "dope-looking," and "I absolutely love the look" are remarks that back their observation.
Why trust us
This skate-inspired shoe from DC is a trove of comfort, and many reviewers agree. One of them says that it "feels amazing to walk in."
Avoid those pointy rocks
The Cure High-Top, which is hailed by a sneaker collector as a pair of "sick kicks," is quite heavy-duty. It's "holding up pretty good," says someone who's been practically abusing the featured sneaker for months.
Skates like a dream
Tenacity on the board is one of the Cure High-Top's aces. Because of this, a sneakerhead highly recommends the boot, saying that it's "great for longboarding."
The Cure High-Top's supportive shaft
Based on reports, the DC Cure High-Top is very good at stabilizing the ankle. A non-professional reviewer says that it gives "a lot of support to the ankles."
Cure High-Top: Invigoratingly affordable
Numerous sneaker fans are unimpressed with the narrowness of the DC Cure High-Top. Take a look at these unfavorable comments:
- "A suffocating experience for chunky-footed folks."
- "These shoes are incredibly narrow."
- "Skates like a dream."
- "Lovely walking comfort."
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Its sole unit could be a bit more protective or thicker. A shoe collector says that it's "super thin," which makes treading on rugged roads with sharp rocks a not-so-pleasurable experience.
Among the easiest to clean from DC's lineup
There are those who find the Cure High-Top such a breeze to clean. This is despite the shoe's multi-layered upper, which can be a challenge to maintain on other high-collared sneakers.
Lovely walking comfort
Its budget-friendly asking price of $70 is quite a steal. Compared with most high-top skate shoes, this eye-catching bad boy is $17 cheaper. For other affordable pieces, click here.
