USD Shadow (XSJADO) Review and First Impressions

After a short wait, the USD Shadow is now released. This skate ditches the footwraps in favor of MyFit Eclipse liner, wider velcro top strap and reinforced cuffs. I rode Xsjado skates in 04' and 08' so these feel all too familiar. Appreciate that Powerslide kept these alive. UPDATE on 01/03/2109: Took the skates out and did several grinds at the local park. Skates feel great after getting used to them. They feel like they look, a frame under shoes. My only concern is how the toe strap and toe strap loops will hold up after time since they're fully exposed. With the original 3 piece soul, at least the loops were covered.