At least your feet will feel all right.
Yeah, just wearing the Nike Men's Paul Rodriguez 9 VR Skate Shoes probably won't give you the ability to land 8 stairs with the same grace as ol' P-Rod, but their soft suede upper, gum rubber sole, and cushioning EVA midsole will keep your feet comfortable when you do decide to send some big gaps, even if your face and elbows don't feel quite as comfortable afterwards.
Suede upper
Dual-density midsole
Gum rubber sole
Paul Rodriguez pro model
Item #NKE00I1
Upper Material: suede
Profile: low-top
Closure: lace
Midsole: dual-density EVA
Sole: gum rubber
Recommended Use: skateboarding
Manufacturer Warranty: limited