Emerica OG-1 Low-Top Shoe Skate Skateboarding Durable

OG-1

BROWN/BLACK/GUM / 7
€99,95 EUR
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Emerica OG-1 Low-Top Shoe Skate Skateboarding Durable

OG-1

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€99,95 EUR
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Late-90s legend reissued – the OG-1 brings back a bulletproof cupsole and ’90s flair

The OG-1 is a time capsule from the late ’90s, bringing back a timeless Emerica silhouette for today’s skaters who crave that era’s style and toughness. Originally loved for its rugged build and classic aesthetic, the reissued OG-1 stays true to the form that made it an iconic part of Emerica’s history, but with a few modern upgrades to ensure it handles today’s demanding skateboarding.

Built for Durability:
The OG-1 features a full rubber cupsole that can take a beating. It’s been called “bulletproof” for a reason: this thick rubber outsole is designed to survive endless sessions of street and park skating, while the internal EVA midsole provides all-day comfort and impact protection. Whether you’re landing hard or grinding rough surfaces, the OG-1 keeps your feet protected and comfortable.

Tough Upper with Added Comfort:
True to the original design, the OG-1 combines durable suede with breathable mesh panels, offering a great balance of longevity and ventilation while you skate. The triple-stitched reinforcement around the toe and ollie area ensures that these areas hold up longer than most skate shoes, so you can focus on skating rather than worrying about blowouts.

Classic Tread for Superior Grip:
The OG-1 features a classic herringbone tread pattern that provides reliable grip for flips, slides, and tricks. This tread-and-sole combo offers more support and protection than a typical vulcanized shoe, making it ideal for skaters tackling gaps, stairs, and rough terrain. The OG-1 gives you the stability and control needed for more demanding tricks, all while feeling responsive underfoot.

Authentic Design with Modern Comfort:
Even with its beefy build, the OG-1 becomes surprisingly skateable after just a short break-in period. The suede softens up and the cupsole flexes, offering that perfect mix of support and boardfeel that skaters crave. Emerica kept the original design details intact – subtle logo hits, a padded tongue with retro styling, and the overall shape that defined skate shoes of its time. It’s a piece of skate history, now more comfortable and performance-oriented than ever before.
Size & Fit

Our footwear is designed to fit true to size, allowing you to confidently select your regular size every time.

For detailed sizing guidance, visit our Sizing Guide.

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Care & Maintenance

To keep your Emerica shoes looking sharp and skate-ready, treat them with care. Simple practices like gentle cleaning and proper storage will extend their durability and performance.

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Based on limited feedback, customers gave this product a positive 4-star rating. The review data suggests general satisfaction, though specific product details and features were not elaborated upon by shoppers. More customer feedback would provide better insight into capabilities and performance.

  • Customers rated this product positively with 4 stars
  • 5 stars: 134 (88%)
  • 4 stars: 6 (4%)
  • 3 stars: 5 (3%)
  • 2 stars: 1 (1%)
  • 1 star: 6 (4%)
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Jonathan Miller (Trenton, New Jersey, United States)
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Replaced the accel as my favorite shoe?!

I have skated accels for decades and have tried plenty of others in that time as well, but nothing seemed to be able to really challenge the accel. I had never tried the MJs/ OG1 in all those, but finally got a pair earlier this year. Since trying them I can comfortably say the accel is at least sharing the number one spot now if not stepping down. These are just simply a truly great shoe. I have since gotten another pair and plan on grabbing more.
PLEASE DON’T STOP MAKING THESE!!

Wow, thank you for sharing this, coming from someone who's skated Accels for decades, that's about as high a compliment as it gets! We're honestly thrilled to hear the MJs/OG1 earned a spot at the top after all that time. It means a lot that you've not only kept coming back for more pairs but trust us with your go-to shoe. And don't worry, we're not going anywhere. Thanks again for the loyalty and for taking the time to write this! Cheers.

Corto - Emerica Customer Service

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Matt Simon (Las Vegas, Nevada, United States)
Great shoe ! Super comfortable love skating

Great shoe ! Super comfortable love skating these! Literally no flaws with the shoe. The only shoes ima be skating that’s fosho !

Hi Matt!

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We’re so happy to hear that you find them super comfy for skating. We’re glad to know they’re your go-to shoes for skating! Keep shredding and filming tricks in your OG-1s! :)

Guillaume
Emerica customer service

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David M Martinez (Queen Creek, Arizona, United States)
BLACK/YELLOW / 11.5
Reunited and it feels so good!

I've been holding out so long
I've been sleeping all alone
Lord, I miss you
I've been hanging on the phone
I've been sleeping all alone
I want to kiss you (sometime)
Ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh
Ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh

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Brownandgum (Medford, Oregon, United States)
BROWN/BLACK/GUM / 8
Best shoe ever!

Best shoe ever, thanks emerica for embracing your rich heritage of fantastic shoe designs and functionality. Also durable as ****, been skating the same pair on and off for around 8 months

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Hey!

We're so glad to hear that our OG-1 shoe has been serving you well for 8 months. We take pride in our rich heritage and are always striving to create the best designs!

Cheers
Anna
emerica Customer Service

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Andre Luiz Pacheco Mendes (Longwood, Florida, United States)
BLACK/YELLOW / 9
Marc shoes is really good!

For me this shoes will always be Marc Johnson, I really like him! So I have a couple of pairs!!!

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Christopher Curry (Mesquite, Texas, United States)
BROWN/GREEN / 9.5
Great looking shoe

Shoes are awesome! Toe cap seems tighter than on my skateshop day og1s, no need to size up on these for me. Colors are great!

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Francisco Vidal (Indianapolis, Indiana, United States)
BROWN/GREEN / 14
SWICH THE TOE CAP BAG TO ORIGNAL

Love the shoes, colorways are sick… but terrible the decision to “modernize the shoe” and changing the toe cap to a bullet shape… it crunches your toes… I had to size up from 13 to 14 (see comparison on black and with shoes) you changed the material on the ankle area and now it pushes your toe forward… switch to first iteration of of the shoe add good quality insoles you have the perfect shoe.
I have bought over 20 pairs combined of every colorway you have re issues… I can give you a detail list of all the little changes you have made to the shoe from the MJ To the weird awkwardly shaped and fitting shoe that is is today… but you are ruining it… why change the toe cap WHY?

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Donna Smartnick (Knoxville, Tennessee, United States)
BLACK/YELLOW / 10
Built to perform

The OG-1 delivers the grip, durability, and a confidence inspiring feel. Great for park skating! Always getting complements on the black and yellow too.

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Bradley Summerhill (Owings Mills, Maryland, United States)
BLACK/YELLOW / 10.5
5 star Og's

These kicks really take it back to the Golden age of Emerica and skate shoes in general. We absolutely need more throwbacks brought back from the past like these!

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Customer (Tucson, Arizona, United States)
OLIVE/TAN / 12
Need more colors

Please don’t stop making these. This is a great skate shoe.🔥🔥

help me with a lot of my skate tricks very comfortable💯

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Jonathan

Epic

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Jack

Great out the box to skate

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Andre

A master piece of skateboarding shoes, so comfy, style and good protection! For me this is the best emerica model!

Thank you for such kind words! We're so glad the comfort, style, and protection are all coming together for you, and hearing it's your favorite Emerica model means a lot. Thanks for the support, and happy skating! 🛹 Cheers.

Corto - Emerica Customer Service

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Alec Geldart (Creston, British Columbia, Canada)
BROWN/BLACK/GUM / 10.5
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One of the best skate shoes ever made

One of the best skate shoes ever made. Solid, comfortable and has that classic profile that old heads like me are always looking for.
If Emerica keeps making them, I’ll keep buying em.
RIP MJ

Thanks so much, Alec. Hearing the OG-1 earn a spot among the best skate shoes ever made means a lot, especially from someone who's been around long enough to know the classics.

We're stoked you're digging the comfort and timeless silhouette, and we definitely hope to keep you stocked for years to come. Thanks for the support.

RIP MJ. ❤️

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Jonathanrbryce (College Station, Texas, United States)
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Marc was my friend

Marc was my friend. I’m stoked to wear these in his memory.

Hi Jonathan,

Thanks for sharing this.

We’re truly glad the OG-1 means something special for you and that you’re choosing to wear them in Marc’s memory. Sending respect your way — we appreciate you being part of the Emerica community.

Cheers,
Artur
Emerica Customer Service

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Customer (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States)
WHITE/GREEN / 12
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Longest lasting shoe ever

Longest lasting shoe ever.

Hi Ben,

Thank you for reaching out. We are stoked to hear that you love your pair of OGs!

Having a pair of skate shoes that lasts a long time is extremely important, especially for skating, so it is amazing to hear that they have been holding up well for you.

Feedback like yours truly means a lot to the team and helps confirm that we are moving in the right direction with our products.

Thank you again for your support!

Guillaume Emerica customer service

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Josiah Tripoli (Wichita, Kansas, United States)
NAVY/WHITE/YELLOW / 10
Not bad not bad!Looks and skates as good as I

Not bad not bad!
Looks and skates as good as I hoped, and the OG name still has the OG vibe of the MJ original!

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Josh Karlen
OLIVE/TAN / 10.5
These shoes are the bees knees! A blastvfrom the

These shoes are the bees knees! A blast from the past!

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Anonymous (Hawthorne, California, United States)
OLIVE/TAN / 9
great cushion and board

great cushion and board feel

Hi,

Thank you for your review! We’re stoked to hear that you love the board feel and cushioning of your new pair of OG-1. We always love hearing that our shoes are being used for skating and performing well.

We look forward to serving you again soon!

Guillaume
Emerica Customer Service

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Richard

Fit well, and skate well, I was buying other brands but the sizes were not consistent, so far so good

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Customer

Came in great condition, fast shipping 10/10

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Chelsea

Love this shoe!!! Classics

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Ira Andes (Almere Stad, Flevoland, Netherlands)
BROWN/BLACK/GUM / 9.5

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