Vans Shoes has been creating the world's foremost surf and skate shoes and clothing since 1966, when Vans Shoes was founded by brother Paul and James Van Doren, along with partners Serge Delia, and Gordon Lee. Since 1966, Vans Shoes has stood for authenticity in youth lifestyle, music and action sports. Vans Shoes surf and skate teams are among the best in the industry including legends like Geoff Rowley, Bucky Lasek, Tony Trujillo, Steve Caballero, Johnny Layton, John Cardiel, Omar Hassan, Ryan Villopoto, Mat Rebeaud, Andreas Wiig, Hana Beaman, Nathan Fletcher, Joel Tudor, Timmy Reyes, Ryan Guettler, Scotty Cranmer, and many. many others. Vans Shoes also helps the action sports and music lifestyles alive through events like the Vans Triple Crown of Surfing, Pro-Tec Pool party, The Downtown Showdown and the annual punk rock extravaganza Vans Warped Tour.