I really don't think the shoe makes much of a difference. The plate is what makes the difference.

yeah Cleans won't be nearly as comfortable as something like the Express, but if you can live with that, they will certainly outlast any of HSL's Soap shoes, and some of Artemis' other models too.

best shoe hands down.

i think express only run to 12

Well, if you wear size 13, I would get those MB Tanks off Ebay, cuz SOAPs tend to feel a little smaller than the actual size.

MusicSoaper, there are no Express shoes in a size 13. HSL doesn't make Soaps, or Heelys for the matter, in anything larger than a size 12. In addition, imho the HSL size run is size-graded one size off (small)... e.g. their size 12 fits like everyone else's size 11. The only hopes of finding a size 13, 14 or a true size 12 is vintage Artemis/InStride Soap stock on either eBay or from a former dealer. Many of the International dealers were left unsupported after HSL took over because they re-worked the Master Distributor relationships, so off-and-on you will see some Canadian, Australian, or British dealers with vintage stock. The bad news is that the USD exchange rate really sucks right now and Airmail Parcel Post from half-way around the world will cost about $32.00-$35.00 in shipping, thanks to the USPS postage price increase May 16th. Keep a serious eye on eBay. Gmbus is still trying to sell the MB Tank Trailmix there in size 14 for a premium, but that is cheap compared to bringing a pair over from the UK. Good luck and good hunting. --- Steve