The Skate Authentic Mid updates Vans’ original silhouette with a balanced, skate-ready profile. Sitting between low and high, the mid-top design adds just enough coverage for a more secure feel without sacrificing flexibility. As with all of our Skate models, we built it with our vulcanized SickStick™ rubber outsole for perfect grip and boardfeel, PopCush™ insoles for unmatched impact protection, and the DuraCap™ underlays for added protection against the wear and tear of griptape. With a clean, unpadded upper and a functional, snug fit around the ankle, the Skate Authentic Mid is lighter, more flexible, and designed for skateboarding.
• Suede and canvas upper
• Skate Mid-top silhouette based on Vans’ original shoe
• Deconstructed, unpadded construction for flexibility and board connection
• Lace-up closure with cotton laces and metal eyelets
• Snug ankle fit for added coverage and control
• SickStick™ rubber—our stickiest yet—keeps you glued to your board
• PopCush™ footbeds offer impact protection for extended skating
• DuraCap™ is a thin rubber underlay designed specifically for skateboarding, placed in key areas to protect against griptape wear
• Internal tongue straps prevents it from sliding during movement
• Signature waffle outsole pattern for reliable grip since '66
• Vulcanized sole construction for classic boardfeel and flexibility
• Style VN000ECRFRN