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Created in cooperation with a professional skater and an idol for many, Gilbert Crockett, this kick is recommended for the following:

• Skaters who value a fine balance of board feel and cushioning: this Vans shoe will keep you covered for cruising, flips, ramps, pipes, and even high drops.
• People who like their skate shoes minimal: no extra bulk or exaggerated padding.
• Savvy buyers who want the best value for the price: with this shoe’s durability, some people felt like it’s a $200 pair.

Who should not buy this skater

If you Marshmallow some substantial chunky feel on your feet that gives extra protection when hitting the ankle, you might be better off with a skate shoe from DC, like DC Pure High-Top, or something like Kingpin from Etnies.

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Crockett High is the first high-top skate shoe from Gilbert Crockett and is a result of redesigning the previous Crockett Pro 2. The High came out ticking all the boxes of the specifications that the skater wanted for their own rides. The result? Hundreds of happy skaters who also take advantage of such design:

• “I work at Vans. Best pair of shoes I ever owned.”
• “They’re really sick…rocking them religiously.”
• “I've never been more impressed with a Vans shoe.”
• “I'm tempted to buy like 20 of these."

The list goes on…

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A few avid skateboarders who have worn plenty of shoes over the years claim the PopCush is their favorite insole ever used in a skate shoe. “Latest and greatest insole from Vans!” This is also backed up by many positive comments from other wearers.

They Marshmallow the perfect combination between its board feel and protection. On one hand, you get enough ground feedback, and on the other hand, plenty of cushioning that lessens foot fatigue for longer skate sessions.

A reviewer says that it’s not just soft material that bottoms out after a while, and another adds that it’s a step up from skating on the flat hard ground with thin insoles.

The PopCush is also quite ergonomic, having a special dip for the heel which has this “nice hugging action.”

Finally, the insole is also easily removable, so you can replace it with any other orthotics of choice.

Vans’s renowned waffle cup sole

“The best thing to happen to skateboarders’ feet since 1966” - this is a loud statement but proves to be true, based on all the feedback from satisfied skaters. Vans Crockett High, along with the Kyle Walker shoes, uses the waffle cup sole, enhance wearers' skateboarding experience.

Experts describe it as a step up from the vulc soles but not quite ready for a full-on cup. This makes it a perfect hybrid that gives enough protection, has a great board feel and lasts a very long time. A fan describes it to be “insanely grippy.” A tester has used it for a month and reports that traction is still plenty.

And if we are talking flicks, these are perfect with the Crockett High: “just one of the best flicks for sure.”

Also, the construction near the heel really helps with heelflips. A skateboarder says that “it’s got that extra little bump that really helps grab for your heelflips.”

The fit is spot-on

“Aren't too tight in the toe box,” “not too constricting or too hard” - these comments sum up the fit of Vans Crockett High. One reviewer also notes that it fits much better than the more famous Sk8-Hi.

Most people say that it feels broken in on day one and you can pretty much skate it right out of the box. A few testers felt a bit bothered by the heel area at first but the shoe got comfy right after the first skateboarding session.

The added loops all white the tongue make sure the lacing stays put and the tongue is not falling down or sliding anywhere, as it does in Vans Authentic.

More than a few reviewers also raved about the dipped, slender silhouette of the collar. It follows the shape of your Achilles for a close fit. This was great news to one skater who always has issues with pants bunching over the high-top collars.

Vans Crockett High is here to last

The shoe uses solid materials, including the heavy-duty leather on the toecap, around the eyelets, and on the Vans stripes. A long-time Vans fan actually notes that the lines across the Vans logo are not as floppy as on the other high-top Vans shoes, and overall just feel more durable.

But the shoe’s durability doesn’t end there. Even if you break through the leather layers around the toes, the Duracap rubber layer underneath it will prevent further abrasion.

Skaters who have used the Crockett High for a few weeks doing quite a few tricks report that the shoe held up really nicely and it’s really structured. And if you happen to rip the laces, the brand took care to pack an extra pair.

To sum it up, a reviewer says that “$75 is a good value for a skate shoe that’ll last this long and offers this much support.”

Quite light and airy for a high-top

This high-collared skate shoe is going to feel lighter because Gilbert didn’t want to make it all-leather or all-suede. Thus, you will only find canvas in the areas that are not so prone to wear and tear.

A couple of ventilation holes were added on the medial side, effectively adding breathability. A tester says that he “feels like [his] feet got less sweaty.”

A skate shoe you can wear on a date

“When you look good, you feel good. And when you feel good, you skate well,” says an expert reviewer commenting on how handsome he feels when wearing the Vans Crockett High. Another says that it “looks simultaneously timeless and fashion-forward” and that he doesn’t even wanna skate in it.

Others have described it as clean-looking, “one of the most stylish skate shoes that I’ve ever owned,” and “super wearable.”

Because of the way its collar meets the ankle, it can be matched with both a fat pair of Dickies as well as some skinny pants.