new Vans models

[pizzafliptofakie]

Have kind of not been into vans for years but sincs the skatw half cab is apparently stiffer i'm curious to try. How the fit generally?

They are stiffer in the ankle part, which in my opinion is really good for keeping the shape of the shoe. Mine have lasted quite a long time.



But yeah, as the post above indicates, true to size. Fairly consistent as Vans go, in my experience. I also can’t compare these to the old Half Cabs, but these new ones have been some of the best performing shoes I’ve had in awhile.

[concerned_parent]

aight who got the lizzies

[concerned_parent]

nevermind i see there's another thread that confirms someone got the lizzies

[pizzafliptofakie]

I know it's been acknowledged in this thread a couple times, but I had my first session in my Skate Old Skools and they were absolutely killing my feet. I've worn them as chillers for awhile but they just suffocate my feet which is kind of a bummer cuz the former Old Skool Pro was my favorite shoe for awhile.

To those who had them and had the same issue, how long did it take for them to feel better, if at all?

[roba]

Have kind of not been into vans for years but since the skate half cab is apparently stiffer i'm curious to try. How's the fit generally?

the regular skate halfcabs fit tighter than the old halfcab pros. it's not a size up situation, they're just a little tight around the toes but they break in. the skate halfcab 92s are wider there. the heel is very stiff at first but after 2-3 wears it loosens up a little while still feeling secure. i feel like they are tight and stiff at first so that they can mold to your foot after wearing them for a bit without bagging out.

[LebowskisRug]

I know it's been acknowledged in this thread a couple times, but I had my first session in my Skate Old Skools and they were absolutely killing my feet. I've worn them as chillers for awhile but they just suffocate my feet which is kind of a bummer cuz the former Old Skool Pro was my favorite shoe for awhile.

To those who had them and had the same issue, how long did it take for them to feel better, if at all?

Are they too stiff? Also- they’re full suede or partial? I find mine take like a couple hours total to fully break in and get a bit more flexible in the upper and feel like clouds, but the sole and insole stay consistent. I actually really like this because then they never flop out unlike the old Pro ones did.

I have the leather ones and those stay pretty stiff compared to the Suede 92’s I have.

[pizzafliptofakie]

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I know it's been acknowledged in this thread a couple times, but I had my first session in my Skate Old Skools and they were absolutely killing my feet. I've worn them as chillers for awhile but they just suffocate my feet which is kind of a bummer cuz the former Old Skool Pro was my favorite shoe for awhile.

To those who had them and had the same issue, how long did it take for them to feel better, if at all?

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Are they too stiff? Also- they’re full suede or partial? I find mine take like a couple hours total to fully break in and get a bit more flexible in the upper and feel like clouds, but the sole and insole stay consistent.I actually really like this because then they never flop out unlike the old Pro ones did.

I have the leather ones and those stay pretty stiff compared to the Suede 92’s I have.

They're partial suede. The black and white ones, specifically. I think the stiffness has been a huge improvement for the other revamped models so I guess I'll just keep trying these. The old ones did sag out kinda quick but they were also my favorite silhouette.

[Slugboi22]

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I know it's been acknowledged in this thread a couple times, but I had my first session in my Skate Old Skools and they were absolutely killing my feet. I've worn them as chillers for awhile but they just suffocate my feet which is kind of a bummer cuz the former Old Skool Pro was my favorite shoe for awhile.

To those who had them and had the same issue, how long did it take for them to feel better, if at all?

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Are they too stiff? Also- they’re full suede or partial? I find mine take like a couple hours total to fully break in and get a bit more flexible in the upper and feel like clouds, but the sole and insole stay consistent.I actually really like this because then they never flop out unlike the old Pro ones did.

I have the leather ones and those stay pretty stiff compared to the Suede 92’s I have.

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They're partial suede. The black and white ones, specifically. I think the stiffness has been a huge improvement for the other revamped models so I guess I'll just keep trying these. The old ones did sag out kinda quick but they were also my favorite silhouette.

it’s been a little while since i had the Skate Old Skools but if i remember correctly, my big issue with them was the heel. It just took me some time to kinda squish down the heels a bit to make em a bit less stiff. Gave em a few twists too and that really helped loosen em up. Besides those little things i though they were great shoes. i personally enjoyed them more than the old skool pros for the sole factor that they kept their damn shape 

[pizzafliptofakie]

Alright, I'll take y'alls word for it and keep going with them. I've worn them around but I could probably be a bit more aggressive with the break in process. Worst case scenario, I've got another pair of Skate Half Cabs on ice. 

[LebowskisRug]

I'm a fucking moron and read Half Cab, not Old Skool. Honestly I love the Half Cabs, but my Old Skools feel weird. They're canvas suede all black with white stitching and laces. The ankle area feels uncomfortable but got softer- the rear does feel stiffer and the shoe is too grippy in the flick. I can skate Half Cabs for a session and they feel awesome, but I've skated these like 4 or 5 times so far and done a lot of dog walks and I'm not super stoked.

[JugeL]

I had the full suede Old skool and they fucked up my feet first. Got used to it pretty quick and would still buy any full suede Old skools.

The canvas ones... Fuck no

[pizzafliptofakie]

I'm a fucking moron and read Half Cab, not Old Skool. Honestly I love the Half Cabs, but my Old Skools feel weird. They're canvas suede all black with white stitching and laces. The ankle area feels uncomfortable but got softer- the rear does feel stiffer and the shoe is too grippy in the flick. I can skate Half Cabs for a session and they feel awesome, but I've skated these like 4 or 5 times so far and done a lot of dog walks and I'm not super stoked.

oh well in that case we're on the same page lol. For me the Half-Cabs feel good straight out of the box even if it takes a session or two to properly break in. Still gonna try the Old Skools, but I think I'm converted to a Half-Cab guy now.

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I'm a fucking moron and read Half Cab, not Old Skool. Honestly I love the Half Cabs, but my Old Skools feel weird. They're canvas suede all black with white stitching and laces. The ankle area feels uncomfortable but got softer- the rear does feel stiffer and the shoe is too grippy in the flick. I can skate Half Cabs for a session and they feel awesome, but I've skated these like 4 or 5 times so far and done a lot of dog walks and I'm not super stoked.

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oh well in that case we're on the same page lol. For me the Half-Cabs feel good straight out of the box even if it takes a session or two to properly break in. Still gonna try the Old Skools, but I think I'm converted to a Half-Cab guy now.

I fucked up and bought some not half cabs today. Shoulda just got half cabs. Out here, out thinking myself.

[DERBY]

just saw these vans that were made for the us airforce. if they released a crockett high or even a half cab in this colour way it’d be an automatic cop for me

[pizzafliptofakie]

just saw these vans that were made for the us airforce. if they released a crockett high or even a half cab in this colour way it’d be an automatic cop for me

These are pretty close, but they're lows. Coulda swore they had a similar one in the high top but I think I may have been mistaken for the ones with the tan stripe.

[europa1991]

Anyone fuck with the skate fairlanes?

[Crabby_Bastard]

Anyone fuck with the skate fairlanes?

I love them. Most comfortable Vans in years. Skate well but take a while to get good flick with the slippery leather.

[Frank and Fred]

Went to the skate shop today and homie was excited to show me some new half cabs with a barb wire graphic embroidered on the heel. i was hoping to get some half cabs this year at some point bc of the 30 year anniversary, but all i could think of was Pamela Anderson's bad tattoo.

[dustyassrocketswitchv]

Went to the skate shop today and homie was excited to show me some new half cabs with a barb wire graphic embroidered on the heel. i was hoping to get some half cabs this year at some point bc of the 30 year anniversary, but all i could think of was Pamela Anderson's bad tattoo.

I refuse to let Berle ruin barbed wire for me.  Pam forever

[funeral_tuxedo]

Went to the skate shop today and homie was excited to show me some new half cabs with a barb wire graphic embroidered on the heel. i was hoping to get some half cabs this year at some point bc of the 30 year anniversary, but all i could think of was Pamela Anderson's bad tattoo.

the next Berle colorway will 100% be Calvin pissing

[Monopolyman]

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I love them. Most comfortable Vans in years. Skate well but take a while to get good flick with the slippery leather.

Whoa that shoe looks so rad.  And it almost looks wide enough to where I could actually wear/skate them.  I usually have to order Vans custom wide and theres no skate options im aware of…

[Crabby_Bastard]

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I love them. Most comfortable Vans in years. Skate well but take a while to get good flick with the slippery leather.

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Whoa that shoe looks so rad.  And it almost looks wide enough to where I could actually wear/skate them.  I usually have to order Vans custom wide and theres no skate options im aware of…

Width wise, they fit similar to the Half Cab '92. The only two Vans models in years that didn't give me blisters on my pinky toes.

[MC3]

Fair warning on the new skate Slip-Ons. The collar at the heel is REALLY pointy for the first bit of wearing them until they break in. Like gonna-rub-you-til-you-bleed pointy. I just physically bent them around and wore them with some band-aids for a bit and they're getting to be more normal, but if you buy them, be aware of that and don't end up like me, where the entire inside is stained red with blood.

[Monopolyman]

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I love them. Most comfortable Vans in years. Skate well but take a while to get good flick with the slippery leather.

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Whoa that shoe looks so rad.  And it almost looks wide enough to where I could actually wear/skate them.  I usually have to order Vans custom wide and theres no skate options im aware of…

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Width wise, they fit similar to the Half Cab '92. The only two Vans models in years that didn't give me blisters on my pinky toes.

Interesting. 

Have you tried Wavees or AVEs before? 

Those actually seem sorta wide from photos but I cant fully tell, trying to understand this Vans lineup I’d previously assumed wasnt for me.

[Crabby_Bastard]

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I love them. Most comfortable Vans in years. Skate well but take a while to get good flick with the slippery leather.

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Whoa that shoe looks so rad.  And it almost looks wide enough to where I could actually wear/skate them.  I usually have to order Vans custom wide and theres no skate options im aware of…

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Width wise, they fit similar to the Half Cab '92. The only two Vans models in years that didn't give me blisters on my pinky toes.

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Interesting. 

Have you tried Wavees or AVEs before? 

Those actually seem sorta wide from photos but I cant fully tell, trying to understand this Vans lineup I’d previously assumed wasnt for me.
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I couldn't fit my orthotics in the AVEs. I had a couple pairs of Wayvees but they are pretty thin on the bottom of the sole. Not a very supportive cupsole. Great, breathable Summer shoes though.

[Sila]

Any word on sizing for the Lizzie's?

[dumptruck12]

Any word on sizing for the Lizzie's?

I’d get a half size up, ima 10 but I had to get 10.5

[manysnakes]

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I love them. Most comfortable Vans in years. Skate well but take a while to get good flick with the slippery leather.

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Whoa that shoe looks so rad.  And it almost looks wide enough to where I could actually wear/skate them.  I usually have to order Vans custom wide and theres no skate options im aware of…

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Width wise, they fit similar to the Half Cab '92. The only two Vans models in years that didn't give me blisters on my pinky toes.

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Interesting. 

Have you tried Wavees or AVEs before? 

Those actually seem sorta wide from photos but I cant fully tell, trying to understand this Vans lineup I’d previously assumed wasnt for me.

I have wide toes and it’s for this reason that I love the AVE. One of the best shoes I’ve found for someone whose feet are constantly bound in most skateboard shoes.

[Kombuch-A-Holic]

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Anyone fuck with the skate fairlanes?

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I love them. Most comfortable Vans in years. Skate well but take a while to get good flick with the slippery leather.

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Whoa that shoe looks so rad.  And it almost looks wide enough to where I could actually wear/skate them.  I usually have to order Vans custom wide and theres no skate options im aware of…

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Width wise, they fit similar to the Half Cab '92. The only two Vans models in years that didn't give me blisters on my pinky toes.

[close]

Interesting. 

Have you tried Wavees or AVEs before? 

Those actually seem sorta wide from photos but I cant fully tell, trying to understand this Vans lineup I’d previously assumed wasnt for me.

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I have wide toes and it’s for this reason that I love the AVE. One of the best shoes I’ve found for someone whose feet are constantly bound in most skateboard shoes.

Same here. It’s weird. Love them. I need those white/yellow ones to go on sale.

[BoxStuffer]

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I’d get a half size up, ima 10 but I had to get 10.5

Same for me.  Usually a 10 in Vans but got a 10.5.
Outlet pickup from a month or so ago.