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Classics or TWs?

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zac_v
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ok so im looking into getting some Fulltilts, and im 16 and my feet are still growing, so i was wondering if its really worth the 550$ on the TWs or if i should get the Classics for 350$, they both fit great, and are super comfortable. just need opinions if TWs are really that worth it..
Feb 6 2013 1:31AM
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dadunda
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For a $200 difference I would just stick with the classics. Same fit, same flex, just not a pro liner or active boot board.
Feb 6 2013 1:53AM
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Jewschoolers
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also the replacement soles but itd honestly just get the classics probably. im kind of frugal
Feb 6 2013 2:40AM
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Phommy
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tws. way better

Feb 6 2013 9:11AM
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Blake.P
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Get the classics because they are cheaper now, the. When your feet stop growing, get the twalls
(This is all assuming full tilts are the right boot for you)
Feb 6 2013 11:32AM
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zac_v
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thanks guys K+
Feb 6 2013 6:53PM
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zac_v
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bump, do the active boot boards make a difference at all? like if i got classics would it matter? i ride like 90% park, maybe would it be better to get drop kicks? they fit well too
Feb 7 2013 12:48AM
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SPUTnik.
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classics cause they are cheaper and you wont be a trendwhore
Feb 7 2013 12:47PM
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TK.
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Go with the classics
Feb 7 2013 2:17PM
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Thadius.Castle
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Twelve year old's opinion is invalid. People have the Classics, so you would still be a trendwhore. Full Tilt in general is a trend, or a phase. What does it matter which model boot he decides on? If they fit his foot and are comfortable, either would be suitable.

I personally would say the Classic, being it's $200 cheaper, and I think the colors look bomb this year. I hate the TWall earth tones and Timberland shit. I think they suck this year.
Feb 7 2013 3:53PM
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zac_v
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yeah im thinking classics, but what about the drop kick?
Feb 7 2013 4:24PM
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mmallender.
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how the fuck is full tilt a trend? ever head of raichle? its a proven shell design that is fucking awesome.


op, get the classics, buy some active bootboards/different tongues/etc if you feel it necessary.

the boots are completely modular and interchangeable (staying within the respective shell design of course - cant use fti influence shell (new booter) parts in the fts soul shell (new twall with the replaceable rubber toe and heel soles and wider toebox) and i am not sure about the fts and the classic shell, but id assume that 90% of the parts are still interchangeable between the two.

this of course is all assuming that you are basing your choice off a boot that FITS, first and foremost. dont base your choice off a boot that "looks cool" that doesnt fit. if it doesnt fit, its a shitty boot for you, end of story.
Feb 7 2013 4:41PM
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Thadius.Castle
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How is it a trend? Do you not see the x50000 threads a day, with people asking if/what type of, Full Tilt they want to buy, without having gone to a boot-fitter beforehand. Yes, they have copied some other brands, the shell is awesome, I love my Drop Kicks, but you can't honestly say this isn't a trend. They just aren't for everyone, and a lot of people buy them for looks.
Feb 7 2013 4:55PM
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mmallender.
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trend
/trend/
Noun
A general direction in which something is developing or changing.
Verb
(esp. of geographical features) Bend or turn away in a specified direction.
Synonyms
noun. tendency - drift - course - run - direction - set - tenor
verb. tend - incline

this "trend" has been going on since before fulltilt existed. the trend is kids wanting to look like their favorite pro, and wanting to buy them because they look cool. this happens with every single new/cool boot. dalbello rampages, il morros, nordica ace of spades, whatever. there are hundreds of threads from kids asking the exact same question about various different boots.

idiot kids is not a trend. kids wanting to buy a pair of boots without trying them on is not a trend, it is a fact. a HUGE majority of kids are total idiots, they dont know better. a trend implies that this is something new, and is going to fade away. kids will be kids, they have been asking about full tilts since the brand came to be fulltilt.
Feb 7 2013 5:13PM
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zac_v
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probably going to get drop kicks, its in between
Feb 9 2013 10:53AM
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Thadius.Castle
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I'd really say the Classics lol. Not a huge difference between the two, and the Classics look better, and will cost you less.
Feb 9 2013 11:02AM
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marsh.
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Drop kicks are really nice dude. Perfect flex for park, and are cheaper than the TW's
Feb 9 2013 11:44AM
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Blake.P
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ehh the 4 flexes are too soft imo. get the dropkicks and upgrade to a 6 flex, which is perfect for park
Feb 9 2013 10:20PM
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zac_v
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this years dropkicks come with a 6 flex, but im actually thinking of geting classics because i have enough money for them with my staff discount

Feb 10 2013 2:17AM
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Thadius.Castle
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Honestly, I would go with the Classic's. The only real difference between the two, aside from price and looks, is the Drop Kick's have an Active Boot Board, which coming from someone who has them, I find it marginal, but nice. They both have 6 Flex tongues, both are 99m last. If you want to pay more you can, but I think if my local shop had them, I would've gotten the classics.
Feb 10 2013 7:48AM
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zac_v
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yeah the active boot board was the one thing that was sort of stopping me from getting classics, do you think it will make a difference? i have booster straps to put on which ever boot i get too.
Feb 10 2013 11:06AM
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zac_v
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bump

Feb 12 2013 7:22PM
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