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Didn't see this posted yet- 18east just launched some half cabs.
Colorways are clean, but they say it was a 2.5 year development process working with different parts of Vans to make a shoe as close to the ones in the 90's...
Just ordered, will be interested to see how all those details come together. colors aren't anything 'new' but IMO pretty tasteful
https://18east.co/collections/18-east-x-vans-vault

Yeah, I posted it in the upcoming Vans thread awhile back, but not this one. I was lucky enough to snag a tan/black tongue pair in my size. Had to excuse myself from work to do so because I had a feeling they'd fly, and they did. Not to rub it in. I doubt I got one of the first 100 pairs and the mixtape that comes with, but I think it's just a collection of tracks from skate videos. The insole is made from UltraCush so I'm hoping it'll be easier on my feet than the standard OG half cab insole. Really hyped to skate them.
I went full sneaker mode and was able to get in pretty quick at launch... as a 39 year old I have mixed feelings about that haha.
Just arrived today, super happy with them. I was able to get the mixtape, but as someone without a cassette player, if someone actually would listen to it and want it let me know.
For those that missed out, I did see them post up that their shop might have had stock still and if you emailed them they might be able to fulfill the order. This was back on launch day though so not sure if they'll still have stock