Arriving in a versatile black and white colorway with a high-top silhouette, the 440 skate shoes from New Balance Numeric lends a bit more ankle protection compared to a low-top shoe. Borrowing from a popular 70s model originally created for tennis, the 440 has been outfitted for skateboarding with an NDurance rubber outsole and a C-Cap midsole for increased impact absorption and long-lasting support. Perforations in the heel and toe box provide comfy ventilation, finishing the New Balance high-top with a sleek look credited to a classic athletic design.