Looking for some new flat pedals shoes that sit somewhere between a standard Vans and a stiffer soled shoe. I'm not really riding big days out or anything too gnar where the stiffness and protection comes in handy, but normal Vans are a bit too flexible on the sole.
I've had the Etnies Brandon Semenuk shoes for ages now and they're good but have that stiff and clumpy feel of a MTB shoe still. Looking at reviews people say these should sit in that middle ground but I still find them a bit uncomfortable.
Used to have Orchid and Lotek BMX shoes which I remember feeling nice so was thinking of trying the Vans BMX Proof or Peak model - anyone tried them or anything similar from other brands?
Would be nice if they were made of a material that doesn't soak up water like a sponge as well, the Etnies are pretty good for this with whatever the shiny material they use on the outer.