The short version
- Typical range: £15 – £55
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Shoes & Footwear
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used skate shoes is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for skate shoess, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £55 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £46 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £35 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £24 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £13 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
These are the five grades WishThrift listings use, and sellers set the grade themselves — see what each condition grade means. Figures are shown in pounds as a reference point. On WishThrift prices display in your own currency, and sellers set their own asking price.
What raises the value of a skate shoes
- Recognised skate brands with a following
- Intact ollie patch with no wear-through
- Vulcanised soles with tread remaining
- Original box and spare laces
What lowers it
- Wear-through at the ollie patch
- Separated vulcanised soles
- Collapsed heel counters
- Fashion copies of skate silhouettes
How to work out what yours is worth
- Check the ollie patch area on the outer side
- Inspect where the sole meets the upper for separation
- Photograph the soles and both outer sides
Once you have those three answers you can place your own skate shoes on the table above with reasonable confidence. If it sits between two rows, price it toward the lower one — items priced honestly sell faster than items priced hopefully.
Ready to sell it? Listing on WishThrift is free, there is no commission, and you keep the full amount you agree with the buyer — see how selling works or create a free account.
Frequently asked questions
Where do skate shoes wear first?
The ollie patch on the outer side of the foot, from board grip. It is the first place buyers look.
What is a vulcanised sole?
A bonded rubber sole giving board feel. It is the standard skate construction, but it separates once the bond fails.
Are skate shoes worth selling if worn?
Lightly worn pairs sell well. Once the ollie patch has worn through, the shoe is near the end of its life.
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