Vans Authentic SF review

Who should buy the Vans Authentic SF

This Vans sneaker is a good match for you if:

• You want a shoe with removable molded Ultra Cush sockliner that grants superb comfort
• You are after a sneaker with lace-up fastening system which allows a personalized and snug fit
• You prefer a shoe with cotton drill lining that provides added breathability
• You want a shoe with a waffle-patterned rubber outsole that gives an excellent board feel

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The low-top Vans Authentic Surf kept the charming throwback elements of its predecessor with its flexible and lightweight Nubuck leather upper atop a thick, white midsole. This kick struts its vintage heritage modernized which creates a modern cool that keeps up with the current trend.

Vans offers this in several designs that suit various fondness of its buyers. The Retro Rainbow colorway features dark blue Nubuck upper with rainbow-colored detail around its midsole. Meanwhile, the Distress Check colorway displays a checkered canvas upper with a hint of vintage feel for authentic throwback appeal. Another variation is the Checkerboard Denim which shows the iconic checkerboard print in a denim-inspired hue.

This striking kick is practically effortless to style with any ensemble. Some wearers sport this with their baggy pants, rolled-up trousers, or khaki shorts paired with an unbuttoned polo over a plain t-shirt. Meanwhile, some ladies opt to style this with their dress or mini skirt that adds a sporty vibe to their girlish attire.

Notable Features

Aside from the noticeable graphics on its upper, what makes the Vans Authentic Surf a true eye-catcher is its kick-down heel. This collapsible heel allows its wearers to slip this kick on easily without the fuss of the lacing technique fitting for wearers with an on-the-go lifestyle.

History of the Vans Authentic SF

Vans was founded by brothers James and Paul Van Doren in Anaheim, California. They started by selling footwear with a minimalist look and straightforward function. One of the earliest offered silhouettes of the Vans is the Authentic which has remained unchanged for almost fifty years. This iteration was unveiled in March 1966 and was designed by Paul Van Doren, the co-founder of Vans.

The Vans Authentic was also known as #44 deck shoe that showcases simple design on its canvas upper seated atop a thick vulcanized sole. Many skateboarders enjoyed the simple look that is fitting for their laidback lifestyle. Since then, this model gained a cult-like following and evolved as the kick of choice in the Thrashers domain and has been attached to the skateboarding history in the United States.

The majority expressed admiration to the timeless look of this model which made it hard for the brand to modify the original canvas upper with the thick outsole and tread pattern, that has been applauded by skaters and non-skaters all over the globe.

Giving its followers alternatives to the timeless Vans Authentic, the brand introduced several variations while keeping all the essential classic details. This model has been a staple in every generation; thus Vans unveiled several re-releases of the Authentic that helped this iteration switch from a pure skating shoe to a lifestyle sneaker smoothly.

This model is delivered in several colorways and among the most favored hues are Black/White, Black/Black, Estate Blue/True White, Silver Lining/True White, Crimson/True White, Flame, True White, and Baby Blue/True White.

Meanwhile, the Vans Authentic Surf was introduced as a part of the Fall/Winter Surf Collection. This model features the classic details incorporated with the Vans Surf SF build. This model uses water-based glue and inks with graphics on the Nubuck leather upper and collapsible heel.