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Vans pays tribute to over 50 years of “Off The Wall” design history by releasing the Anaheim Factory pack, a collection of Classic silhouettes that draws inspiration from the original footwear produced in Anaheim, California. When Vans opened for business in 1966, a 400 sq. ft. retail store was connected to the front of the production factory, which sold a handful of simple canvas footwear. Today, Vans calls upon those early styling cues to release a modern update to Vans Icons. Every design element within the Anaheim Factory pack could be dated back to the late ‘60s and early ‘70s. Style numbers are used to signify the original design mold of three footwear models – the Authentic 44, Old Skool 46 and Sk8-Hi 38. Each style utilizes a marshmallow sidewall with a higher profile and is treated with a slight sheen that was present after going through Vans’ early vulcanization process. The entire offering features heavy a 10-oz. canvas and the Sidestripe models showcase a

How to Make Vans Footwear with Steve Van Doren and Christian Hosoi | 50th Anniversary | VANS. From the first pair of Vans in 1966, to countless pairs of Vans in 2016, Steve Van Doren, the Godfather of Vans, has been putting his staple on Vans footwear since he started working for his father’s company 50 years ago. His dedicated led to the production of the first-ever skateboarding shoe. Get a glimpse into the past and take a tour of what goes into making a pair of Vans shoe with Steve and Vans Skate Legend Christian Hosoi.

Following the success of the Vans Hologram pack, Vans release its second fashion week story in consecutive seasons, this time focusing on a denim special. The Vans Denim Pack will be featured across both apparel and footwear and highlights historic Vans icons including the Old Skool, raglan and coach jacket.

Unique to the collection is the coach jacket, produced in VF’s very own denim factories across Europe. The raglan is a cotton jersey which comprises of an all over denim print, whilst the white tee makes you consider which of your favourite denim will you match with it. To complete the apparel assortment is a white hoodie that offers a street edge to this 90s inspired collection. All apparel features Vans and “Off the Wall” embroideries throughout to maintain a feminine feel.

The Old Skool is featured across two colourways, all white & all black with a premium leather finish and denim touch in the lining.

SOUL BMX // MADE OF CONCRETE. First episode of our trilogy dedicated to DIY spots, produced in association with VANS. We asked Nicolas Cambon and his crew from ALBI roots to create some spot with concrete ; see more behind the scene photos of Simon Cassol on the article on new SOULBMXMAG.COM. Next episods will be about wood and steel.

Vans, the original action sports footwear and apparel brand, presents the Authentic™ Chino, as part of the spring 2017 Men’s Apparel collection. The Authentic™ Chino features Vans’ Sturdy Stretch twill fabrication, highlighting a purposeful innovation that embraces timeless style and skateboard functionality all-in-one. To create an everyday staple that can be worn from day to night, Vans gained insight from their skate team to fulfill the need for classic style, lifestyle functionality and all-day comfort. The Authentic™ Chino utilizes a poly-covered Lycra® thread, which serves as the foundation of Vans’ unique Sturdy Stretch formula, to provide a long-lasting stretch and shape retention that is built for durability and comfort. Hidden functionality features include flat felled seams to prevent crotch blowouts, sewn bar tacks for reinforcement, curved slant pockets and a hidden coin pocket. The chinos feature a woven Vans branded label and are available in classic colorways including black, dirt and dark slate.

The Authentic™ Chino is available now across Europe at Vans’ retail locations and online at www.vans.eu.

Eden, Utah - Fuzzy Hall found his perfect location on a secret mountain in Utah to build the perfect dirt jump overlooking his home state of Utah. Riders Mike “Hucker” Clark, Tj Ellis, Pat Casey and Cory Nastazio uncork all of their contest tricks at golden hour for the most epic dirt session ever recorded with a BMX flashback from Fuzzy himself to set the tone for this unique dirt jumping montage."The Siren” by Graveyard”
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They're finally here, the Stay Strong x Vans shoes. Of course in Black/Yellow/White and it comes with a side sole Stay Strong print. Only 100 pairs made but available at stysrg.com to anyone. You better be fast though because once gone, they're gone. Enter VANS at checkout on the site to get 20% off softgoods when purchased with these shoes! Worldwide shipping. Stay Strong: "We're honoured to announce a Limited Edition collab from longtime sponsor Vans. A huge thank you to Jerry Badders and Steve van Doren for making this happen!"

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Vans announced the formation of the Vans BMX Pro Cup Series, a new global BMX competition to establish the premier global points ranking system and to define the BMX park terrain discipline. Poised to be the world’s preeminent BMX competition, the Vans BMX Pro Cup Series will kick off its inaugural season in Sydney, Australia as the series embarks on a global tour in 2017, concluding with the crowning of the first-ever Vans BMX Pro Cup World Champion.

Founded in 1905, Horween Leather Company offers an unparalleled blend of quality, consistency, responsiveness and innovation. Rich in heritage with a commitment to premium quality and craftsmanship, Horween Leather and Vans team up this holiday to offer a premium collection of the Sk8-Hi and Old Skool. Cultivating 100+ years of experience, this dynamic offering features an all-leather lineup, incorporating traditional, old world tannage processes and techniques updated with modern applications to deliver a deluze offering of Sidestripe