Everybody knows that Vans makes the a solid skate shoe. But with their Surfsider series, Vans proves that their shoes are equally at home in the surf as they are on the turf. Their Surfsiders shoes are not only meant to be worn hard and put away wet (Surfsiders shoes, like the Michoacan above in Khaki/Turtledove, feature removable, washable Vanslite footbeds) but they also are created with the mindset of preserving the beaches, oceans and natural world for the next generation, using sustainable materials (like the Hemp Surfjitsu shoes below in Black), recyclables (such as the Plushfoam cushioning on the Nexpa Suede Flip Flops, bottom in black/khaki) and eco-friendly manufacturing practices to make sure the endless summer stays that way. If you need some summer shoes equally at home at sea as they are on land, check out our selection of Vans Surfsiders shoes and clothing online now at Trucker.
One of Vans Shoes‘ big strengths is being able to create limited edition and seasonal editions of their classic designs, such as the Authentic, the Era, the Era 59, that bring updated design, color and style elements into the mix while retaining the spirit of what made the shoes classics in the first place. The latest example of this is the new Mustache Pack Era 59 shoes from Vans (above in Classic White Marshmallow Leather), which take the canvas Era 59 skate sneaker and embellish it with leather accents, reinforced ankle and heel padding and striped interior lining for an updated take on the prototypical Vans skate shoe. Check these shoes and many more from Vans online now at Trucker.
Along with their legendary shoes, Vans has been quickly attaining boss status on the clothing front with their surf and skate inspired t-shirts, tank tops, board shorts and apparel. As such, they’ve teamed up with pro surfer Joel Tudor for a line of signature apparel for spring, perfect for hitting the surf or just hitting the streets looking like a California dreamer. The JT Foil Tank Top (above in Dress Blues) is a classic yarn dyed stripe, regular fit tank with minimal branding for a clean, casual look. The JT Trimline Board Shorts (below in bluebird/bittersweet) are likewise vintage-inspired, with waterproof nylon/canvas construction, 18″ outseam and single eyelet drawstring closure.
I’ve always been a casual fan of the Jungian idea of Synchronicity: the experience of two or more events that are apparently causally unrelated or unlikely to occur together by chance and that are observed to occur together in a meaningful manner. I mean, sometimes things are just too perfect. For example, everyone knows that Vans Shoes are famous for their waffle tread soles (and by everyone I mean everyone who wears Vans, which is pretty much anyone whose knowledge or lack of knowledge of a fact is worth noting). So how awesome is it that our latest style of Vans, the deliciously lightweight Vans Authentic Lite shoes also share their name with a not uncommon variety of diet waffle, Van’s Lite waffles, available at Target, among other finer retailers? Like their breakfast food counterpart, the new Vans Lite Authentic shoes (available in Black, below, and Grey) trim most of the fat off a typical authentic, with Vans Lite shoes outsoles and lightweight canvas upper for an unbelievably lightweight shoe, with the same classic Vans style. These shoes also come in servings of two, with NO HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP. Still, if you’re looking for a nutritious, easy to cook snack, you should opt for Van’s Lite Totally Natural Waffles. If however, you’re more in the mood for a stylish, super clean pair of ultra-light skate shoes, go with the Vans Lite Totally Authentic shoes or check our entire selection of dope mens Vans shoes online at Trucker.
Since the pics didn’t really do them justice, we decided to grab some quick video of the Vans OTW Ludlow shoes in Native American. But to get a full understaning of how ill these shoes really are, you really have to wear them. Which, coincidentally, is something we definitely help you accomplish. Just sayin…
Along with their perenially-amazing shoe collection, the folks at Vans also have themselves a pretty amazing men’s clothing collection. Our selection of Vans Clothing for Spring 2012 includes their Occulta Hoodie (available Vintage White, above, and Horizontal Stripe Cement) a slub-jersey henley-style hoodie with drawstring hood and front pouch pocket. If you’re looking to stock up on essentials, you can’t go wrong with Vans crew socks and t-shirts. If you’ve been making shoes as long as Vans has, you probably know a thing or two about socks too. Our Vans crew socks come in a variety of colors and patterns, from the tonal spectrum of the Mexican Blanket (below in Blue, also available in Red and Orange) to the more whimsical Surf’n Turf animal print socks (available in tan, navy and grey). For their tees, Vans went heavy on the comfort, featuring premium 40/1 ringspun cotton on their crewneck Coffin Crusaders t-shirt (bottom in Dirty Black). If you want to step it up for spring without spending a grip, definitely take a gander at our selection of Vans Clothing online now at TruckerDeluxe.
To help introduce their 2012 OTW collection, Vans Shoes announced the addition of two new OTW Advocates, Lupe Fiasco and Chris Kong who joined advocates Eric Elms and Dmitri Costa for the spring launch last night in Berlin . Check the video above and check out selection of Vans OTW shoes and clothing, including the Cobern ( in full grain leather black/wine below) at TruckerDeluxe.com.
Vans‘ Authentic Shoes are arguably THE classic Vans style, with clean canvas uppers and Vans’ trademark vulc rubber outsole and waffle tread. Vans keeps things fresh though with new colorways of the Authentic and subtle variations on the otherwise timeless theme. Our newest Vans Authentics include Tawny Port/Marshmellow (above) and Ebony/Ice Grey (below) colorways as well as the 10 oz Canvas Authentic (bottom in Laurel Wreath, also available in Burnt Henna and Coriander). If you want authentic, original skate shoes, peep our newest Vans shoes for 2012 online at TruckerDeluxe.com
Along with their amazing shoes and clothing, Vans is no slouch when it comes to making dope backpacks. Their latest backpacks come in Vans’ new Leaf Camo colorway and feature the same sturdy canvas construction and durable performance as Vans classic canvas shoes. The Old Skool II (above), which takes it’s name from Vans’ legendary Old Skool kicks is a 2-pocket backpack with leaf camo print and leather logo tag and zipper pulls. The Van Doren is named after the late founder of Vans, James Van Doren, and features the same camo print and leather details, while adding extra pockets, mesh compartments and padded straps. Find all the latest Vans shoes, clothing and accessories online now at TruckerDeluxe.com.
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