new Vans models

[Atiba Applebum]

..."Their friend Ako Jefferson, who is the Creative Director at Vans, and Ako’s twin Atiba, a renowned photographer who co-purchased the Urbana home with the band and also works for the shoe brand, had the idea to not only launch an American Football shoe, but also throw an epic house party to celebrate, complete with its own built-in skate park."...

SZA is nothing but a marketing front for Vans. Atiba got his bro a job under the guise of SZA.

I would think Ako helped out Atiba.  Ako was a designer or something for eS in the Chomp era so he does have a background in shoes

[oyolar]

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https://www.pastemagazine.com/music/american-football/american-football-vans-house-party-scene-report

Saw this article today about American Football getting a colorway. I had no idea Atiba's brother was the Vans creative director, lmao.

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Ako is SZA?

SZA is the Artistic Director. No idea what the actual difference is.

[jums]

Excuse me

Ako Jefferson is the Creative Director

SZA is the Artistic Director

[kintetsubuffaloes]

https://www.pastemagazine.com/music/american-football/american-football-vans-house-party-scene-report

Saw this article today about American Football getting a colorway. I had no idea Atiba's brother was the Vans creative director, lmao.

almost like they deliberately picked the most insufferable people imaginable to run vans. they had American Football taking turns playing drums to charli xcx, robyn, and destiny's child, with the frontman's girlfriend singing a karaoke version of Shania Twain’s “Man! I Feel Like a Woman!”

this brand is so cooked

[dusterfan]

Looks like Rowan is wearing a new Vans shoe most likely a rowan 3?
Definitely looks like the same toe panelling as his other models and would make sense since theyre phasing out the 2.
Hopefully it's the same sole as the 2

[jums]

Another ugly shoe

Vans needs a purge

[kintetsubuffaloes]

Did they even sell any of the 2 tbh

[Murge]

Did they even sell any of the 2 tbh

I got some 2s. Loved the Rowan 1s and I feel like they are an upgrade in almost every way. But I’m currently skating skate old schools but if I was gonna have a long session I’d probably run them or if I was gonna skate something where I want more cushion.

[doorpanel]

Wow another piece of shit from vans

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Did they even sell any of the 2 tbh

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I got some 2s. Loved the Rowan 1s and I feel like they are an upgrade in almost every way. But I’m currently skating skate old schools but if I was gonna have a long session I’d probably run them or if I was gonna skate something where I want more cushion.

For real. I think the 2s are surprisingly comfortable, and I can see why people talk so good on their durability, flick etc. But, idk the look somehow doesn't really fit with me, and I find em hard to match with pants. In the end I just go back to random Adidas, Old Skools or Last resorts.

[Sk.A.T.A.N]

Looks like Rowan is wearing a new Vans shoe most likely a rowan 3?
Definitely looks like the same toe panelling as his other models and would make sense since theyre phasing out the 2.
Hopefully it's the same sole as the 2

Can't see it in too much detail but from that pic I actually like them.
I feel like they always tried this kinda goofy Kohls/discount store vibe on Rowans that I have a soft spot for.
The 2's were kinda cool but had awkward proportions, collar was too small and tall (almost midtop like), jazz stripe too far back, the sole unit was quite tall and had a weird undercut shape...
I feel like these look like they address what I disliked on the previous one and are just a more straight forward cupsole design.

[BALARGUE]

where do you see differences ?
I'm pretty sure these are Rowan 2s

Edit: I see a different stitching on the toe box (similar to a sk8-Hi stitching), different stitching on the side (his right foot) and the last top lace hole stitching is square (it's round on the 2s)

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[Sk.A.T.A.N]

where do you see differences ?
I'm pretty sure these are Rowan 2s

Edit: I see a different stitching on the toe box (similar to a sk8-Hi stitching), different stitching on the side (his right foot) and the last top lace hole stitching is square (it's round on the 2s)

Sorry but you are not allowed to view spoiler contents.

The Outsole unit is definitely different too... I mean, It's not a huge departure from the previous 2 so I get it why it's not super exciting. Wouldn't be surprised if it's just a sample either.

[roba]

to me it looks like the same sole but the upper is different. the rowan 2 had a half-cab-esque toebox with a rubber underlay between the panels, this toe looks like three suede panels stacked on top of each other. there's also a lot going on under the stripe on the inside, the 2s had less stitching there

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where do you see differences ?
I'm pretty sure these are Rowan 2s

Edit: I see a different stitching on the toe box (similar to a sk8-Hi stitching), different stitching on the side (his right foot) and the last top lace hole stitching is square (it's round on the 2s)

Sorry but you are not allowed to view spoiler contents.

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The Outsole unit is definitely different too... I mean, It's not a huge departure from the previous 2 so I get it why it's not super exciting. Wouldn't be surprised if it's just a sample either.

yes you're right.
I can't see the outsole stitching / relief from the 2s

[oyolar]

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https://www.pastemagazine.com/music/american-football/american-football-vans-house-party-scene-report

Saw this article today about American Football getting a colorway. I had no idea Atiba's brother was the Vans creative director, lmao.

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almost like they deliberately picked the most insufferable people imaginable to run vans. they had American Football taking turns playing drums to charli xcx, robyn, and destiny's child, with the frontman's girlfriend singing a karaoke version of Shania Twain’s “Man! I Feel Like a Woman!”

this brand is so cooked

If Ako is just taking this job to throw parties for himself and his friends, I could get behind that.


For the new Rowan shoe, didn’t he talk about being inspired by a Kohl’s model called like the Bearcat or something for his first pro model? And then since the two (and it looks like the three) are super similar to the one, that DNA is maintained.

[JakeBeskatin]

Bought the cream colored new Atiba x halfcab and the shit is hardbody karate

[DarkPools]

I do not understand how anyone can fit their foot comfortably inside the Rowan 2 😬 i went up a whole size and they were still narrow everywhere. I assume most who've elected to not buy them share this experience + didn't like the look perhaps.

Hopefully, if those are Rowan 3s, they fit closer to the Rowan 1 than the 2

[DeanMaple]

I do not understand how anyone can fit their foot comfortably inside the Rowan 2 😬 i went up a whole size and they were still narrow everywhere. I assume most who've elected to not buy them share this experience + didn't like the look perhaps.

Hopefully, if those are Rowan 3s, they fit closer to the Rowan 1 than the 2

Had the same problem.
And i refuse to go up a whole size.

[Crabby_Bastard]

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I do not understand how anyone can fit their foot comfortably inside the Rowan 2 😬 i went up a whole size and they were still narrow everywhere. I assume most who've elected to not buy them share this experience + didn't like the look perhaps.

Hopefully, if those are Rowan 3s, they fit closer to the Rowan 1 than the 2

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Had the same problem.
And i refuse to go up a whole size.

I used a shoe stretcher on the maximum width for a few days and they were barely wide enough to fit it in the toe. They skated well but they were not wide enough in the heel. It felt like the inside of my heel was resting on the outsole.

The current AVE shoe is like this as well and maybe worse because of that plastic arch plate.

[DeanMaple]

i just rewatched GIMME A BREAK and tfunk alone made me bought 3 different cws of skate old skools
His outfits are not for everyone, but i like how he uses colors without looking fresh.

[DeanMaple]

I know its been two year, but how do u guys feel about the rowans 2?

[Murge]

I know its been two year, but how do u guys feel about the rowans 2?

I enjoy/enjoyed mine. I found them comfy and snug like a hug on your foot. But some dudes saying they are tight so if you can maybe try them on.  They skate great. 

[Shuh]

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I know its been two year, but how do u guys feel about the rowans 2?

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I enjoy/enjoyed mine. I found them comfy and snug like a hug on your foot. But some dudes saying they are tight so if you can maybe try them on.  They skate great.

Couldn't make them work because I have Wide feet sort disappointing given I like the Rowan 1s and they fit like a glove once broken in.

[dstrytruitt]

I know its been two year, but how do u guys feel about the rowans 2?

I like them a lot. One of the few shoes I wear without aftermarket insoles, so the support is really good. I never really liked any of the colorways but that's my only slight.

[DeanMaple]

Yeah, the cws were trash, but i really liked the frost one.
A simples grey shoe. Got those with 65% off. Couldnt let that pass

[StormonMormon]

i just rewatched GIMME A BREAK and tfunk alone made me bought 3 different cws of skate old skools
His outfits are not for everyone, but i like how he uses colors without looking fresh.

TFunk is a G , that Ollie at China Banks lives rent free in my mind.

[Blouie Blopez]

I’ve strictly skated the Rowan 2 since they came out and I have really enjoyed them. Like mentioned many times before, the color ways aren’t/weren’t the best, but they have a great midsole and I’ve never hurt my feet from jumping in them. I’m not big on wanting board feel but these aren’t too bulky and are a great happy medium for supportive and functional.

[Shuh]

I also tried walking in the Rowan 2s as I walk around a lot, it's also the most terrible walking shoe ever somehow. Probably just how the outsole insole shoe combo that makes it like that

[soot_yawd]

The wafflecup Half Cabs are the superior Half Cabs. Hope Vans keeps making them.