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The Vans Thread

Purplelabel

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The Chima Furguson Pro model has been one of the best shoes I've skated in. So comfortable and look great!

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The Chima Furguson Pro model has been one of the best shoes I've skated in. So comfortable and look great!

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Agree - For BMX, I forgot how much I missed the heel padding and overall beefier construction compared to the classic lines. I was trying to get by in old skools, but the estate model of the Chima is pretty perfect (to protect those ankles from crank bites). I've had 3 pairs since they were introduced
 

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@Parker What color/model are those gold-ish and light gray-ish authentics? Both are cool.
 

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Could be the best use of 20 pairs of red Old Skools:

 

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Vans are comf-ier than Converse imo. I dunno about arch support. I have pretty flat feet. A few models have Cush insoles. And the Lites have a spongy feel, sorta like Nike Frees. I like the suede versions. esp navy.


I have a pair of suede Buttero lo's. Sadly my suede vans are much more comfortable.

Building these customs now. Slip-on Pro, navy suede. I want to try the gum sole but marshmallow white is winning in my head. Suedes last me forever. Canvas only a couple of summers.

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Has anyone tried comfycush?


I'm curious as well. I will say that Ultracush models are extremely comfortable compared to standard models. Once I tried the pro skate models with Ultracush, I was sold.

Build these custom Authentic's last year:

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