No, they have been incredible skates. I havent has any issues with them breaking down or anything whatsoever and they fit my foot like a glove. If you want a high preformance skate and nike or bauer is your skate, then go for it. If not, go for something else thats not as expensive I saw the exact same skate on eBay a month ago and didn't sell for $150. You might want to search for it and make an offer. I think the guy used your photo too, K.!