LXVI – Prime (Spring 2014)

Feb 24 14 under LXVI | Comments Off

“With a focus on progressive designs Vans LXVI presents its new Prime silhouette for spring. Bridging the label’s classic aesthetics with technological updates, the Prime sees the use of leather and mesh across its taped upper, while an option of speckled or python prints accent the tongue and heel panel. The lightweight sneaker sits atop an Ultracush midsole and rubber outsole for comfort and greater traction. Fitting as both a lifestyle shoe for the season ahead, the Vans LXVI Prime is set to release in March 1 in black/light grey and light grey/white at select stockists.”

“Inevva” thought I’d see this silhouette from Vans, but it’s not bad at all. We’ll just have to wait and see when it arrives!

Van Doren – Sk8-Hi Reissue “Stars & Stripes” (Spring 2014) (Available Now!)

Feb 19 14 under Van Doren | Comments Off

It’s about time the USA got a Stars & Stripes themed Sk8-Hi. Similar renditions have released across Europe over the past few years, but with a hefty $100+ price tag. This retro print, came right out of the early days of Vans, when they were made in the good ‘ol USA. As with all Van Doren releases, these have been treated with that familiar enzyme wash for a vintage look and feel, and they sit on a classic white vulcanized sole with black foxing stripe. The coolest part about these shoes are the dual-patterns, featuring the white stars on blue canvas with contrasting red jazz stripe for the outer panels, while the inner panels receive the red and white stripes with a blue jazz stripe. It’s like two shoes in one! These are available now from the Vans webstore by clicking on the pic above! Support Under The Palms!

pics via Hypebeast

WDYWT: Everyone From The Past Week!

Feb 17 14 under OTWS, WDYWT | Comments Off

LV_1790 – Vault x Diemme – Montebelluna Hi LX

A.Skate – Era Laceless Pro (Available Now!)

Feb 17 14 under Collaborations, General Release, Pro | Comments Off

Words via Hypebeast:

“Vans teams up with A.skate — a non-profit organization that helps introduce kids with autism to the world of skateboarding — for its first-ever Era Laceless Pro. In the absence of laces, a UltraCush HD sockliner is built-in to keep your foot secure while skate-friendly features such as a Duracap toe bumper and Ollie Underlays in the upper add to the shoe’s comfort and durability. The collaborative shoe also features the artwork of Jay Croft in the form of an Obsessed to Skate” illustration on the insole. Priced at $65 USD here, a donation will be made to A.skate to support its cause in empowering kids with autism.”

Vans Syndicate – AVE/Dill AV Classic “S” & AV Classic Hi “S” (Video Reviews by @samcolt12)

Feb 17 14 under Collaborations, Reviews, Syndicate | Comments Off

Our buddy Tom, aka @samcolt12, always provides us with these nice video reviews. Informative, insightful, and even a few personal opinions are thrown in for you all. Follow his webstore, as he has been dropping a lot of great stuff lately at Goodshoez.com!

WDYWT: Everyone From The Past Week!

Feb 13 14 under OTWS, WDYWT | Comments Off

tmrsn – Syndicate Rapidweld Old Skool “S”

Vans OTW – Palm Camo Collection (Spring 2014)

Feb 13 14 under OTW | Comments Off

Words via Hypebeast:

“Welcoming the hotter months, Vans reintroduces the Palm Camo print to the OTW line for Spring 2014. Extending the captivating print across three style of the Bedford and two offerings of the Prescott, the classic skate silhouettes feature the print detailing in various parts of the shoes — tongue, interior, heel and allover. Crafted via premium herringbone, canvas, and leather and sporting a vulcanized outsole with an UltraCush Lite insole for comfort and support, the 2014 “Palm Camo” collection is now available at selected Vans OTW stores with the Bedford retailing at $80 USD and the Prescott at $65 USD.”

Vans Vault – OG Old Skool LX “Vansguard” (Spring 2014)

Feb 13 14 under Vault | Comments Off

Words via Hypebeast:

“As spring is frequently synonymous with equal parts warm weather and transitional wetness, Vans is set to introduce one of its newest technologies across a set of Vault releases. The OG Old Skool LX silhouette, which is being celebrated this year, has been executed with Vansguard technology – a treatment that was designed to repel water, dirt and other moisture. Per Vans Vault’s slightly more formal aesthetic, these renditions of the shoe are composed with full twill uppers, accented by rich chocolate corduroy at the tongue and tartan plaid accents at the interior. In keeping with the outdoors and sportswear influence, a reverse waffle outsole has also been paired with this fusion offering. Look for the OG Old Skool LX Vansguard to drop at Vans Vault retailers in early February, conveniently priced at $80 USD.”

Vans Vault – Sk8-Hi Zip LX (Spring 2014)

Feb 13 14 under Vault | Comments Off

Words via Hypebeast:

“The Vans Vault collection kicks off Spring 2014 with a two-piece release featuring the premium Sk8-Hi Reissue LX. Dressed in premium materials, the revamped Sk8-Hi duo boasts a combination of full-grain leather and nubuck throughout the upper as contrasting suede Jazz Stripes stretch across the quarter panels. Additional details include everything from a heel zipper and leather lining to metal eyelets, rawhide laces, foxing stripes and vulcanized rubber soles. Retailing for $140 USD each, the luxurious take on the classic high-top will be available in “Mocha Bisque” and “Moroccan Blue” colorways from Vans Vault stockists soon.”

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All Nations Skate Jam 2014 – Pendleton Half Cab (April 2014)

Feb 5 14 under Collaborations | Comments Off

We’re no strangers to the awesome Vans that Todd Harder and his All Nations Skate Jam put together each year, for their annual skating event which benefits the Native American youth in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This is the first time they’ve chosen to use the Half Cab, with the blessing of Steve Caballero, who is a regular attendee at the skating event. The ASNJ Vans are becoming quite the collector’s item, mainly due to the usage of authentic Pendleton wool material, in Native-American inspired patterns, and have even been featured in the annual All Gone book, by LaMJC owner Michael DuPuoy. Every year, these shoes sell out in most popular sizes, so this year Todd has allocated one pair of each size for pre-order through their eBay page. The price is $150 + shipping, but don’t let the price scare you away. These are extremely limited, and otherwise only available at the All Nations Skate Jam in Albuquerque on April 26 & 27 of 2014, plus all proceeds benefit the Nibwaakaawin youth organization. Money well spent! Head on over to the eBay auction to see if they have your size left!