SB Air Force 1

How does the SB AF1 compare to the OG?

The most notable change is the fat SB tongue replacing the paper-thin OG version — just like the SB Dunk. It also swaps in rounded laces instead of the standard flat ones.

The SB Air Force 1 rides lower than the OG. Bringing your foot closer to the ground for better board feel, it’s not just internal — the whole build sits lower, especially at the heel, making it feel smooshed, but in a good way.

Besides the height, the most notable difference in the SB Air Force 1 is the width. Similar to an SB Dunk, the SB Air Force 1 is significantly wider than the in-line model, especially in the toebox. The wider, lower toebox is ideal for skating.

Sitting next to an SB Dunk, the SB Air Force 1 is noticeably thinner and slightly taller, with the Air Force 1 suddenly looking more like the OG in comparison.

If the SB Dunk is a little too baked-potato thick for you and the Air Force 1 is a little thin and long, the SB Air Force 1 is truly a Goldilocks fit, merging the best of both worlds without going too big.