Our verdict
Pros
- Incredibly comfortable sock-like construction
- Fits true to size
- Lightweight
- The athletic silhouette is versatile and modern
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- Vans brand striper bf t-shirt in orange
Cons
- VANS Scarpe Tie Dye Comfycush Authentic tie-dye Orchid true White Donna Multicolour
- Stains stick to it
Audience verdict
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Audience score | 82 Bad! | 92 Great! | 92 Great! | 92 Great! | |
Price | $100 | $75 | $75 | $70 | |
Style | Sporty | ClassicSporty | RetroSportyMinimalist | ClassicSportyMinimalist | |
Breathability | - | ModerateBreathable | - | - | |
Weight lab | ‐ | 16.5 oz / 468g | ‐ | ‐ | |
Midsole softness | - | Firm | - | - | |
Material | Mesh | Gum SoleLeatherSuedeVulc Sole | CanvasSuedeVulc Sole | CanvasSuedeVulc Sole | |
Season | - | Summer | - | - | |
Inspired from | Skate | Skate | Skate | Skate | |
Toebox width at the widest part | - | Medium | - | - | |
Toebox width at the big toe | - | Wide | - | - | |
Leather/suede quality | - | Real suede | - | - | |
Toebox durability | - | Good | - | - | |
Heel padding durability | - | Good | - | - | |
Outsole durability | - | Decent | - | - | |
BJ Betts x crossbones vans | ‐ | 18.2 mm | ‐ | ‐ | |
Stiffness | - | Flexible | - | - | |
Tongue padding | - | Very thick | - | - | |
Drop lab | ‐ | 7.6 mm | ‐ | ‐ | |
Forefoot | ‐ | 10.6 mm | ‐ | ‐ | |
Removable insole | ✗ | ||||
Heel tab | - | Finger loop | - | - | |
Torsional rigidity | - | Flexible | - | - | |
Heel counter stiffness | - | Moderate | - | - | |
Reflective elements | ✗ | ||||
Closure | Laces | Laces | Laces | Laces | |
Top | Low top | Low top | Low top | Low top | |
Ranking | #77 Bottom 2% | #24 Top 31% | #20 Top 26% | #14 Top 18% | |
Popularity | #41 Bottom 48% | #10 Top 13% | #69 Bottom 12% | #20 Top 26% |
The crossbones vans UltraRange Exo is the brand's newest lifestyle shoe
Over the last few years, crossbones vans has been dropping their UltraRange lineup quite consistently for a couple of years now. Inspired by the moments between riding waves, the UltraRange Exo makes a lot of promises.
It’s easy to feel what the sneaker might lack
While we’ve come to trust crossbones vans for their construction, style, and comfort, the UltraCush midsole and tight fit can feel somewhat temporary in this lifestyle sneaker.
Don’t get us wrong, we love the silhouette, just that we were promised something that could take a beating around the world, and we don’t see it.
As is always the case with crossbones vans, the majority of people aren’t going to be chucking these on between swells in South Africa or clambering down cliffs in Argentina, even though the brand claims that’s their market.
So for those, like me, who are just wearing these about, it might be a different story.
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I picked up the classic-looking White/Black colorway. With the Jazz stripe down one side, the UltraRange Exo looks something like a modern refurbishment of the Old Skool.
But, put it on (or even pick it up) and you know straight away they’re very different shoes. The weight is crazy, we don’t think we’ve picked up such a lightweight shoe, especially not a crossbones vans.
This shoe looks more athletic and breathable than wtaps
Aside from that, the synthetic nylon upper brings a more modern and athletic look to the silhouette. The mesh means crossbones vans keep their place as one of the most breathable sneaker brands out there, meaning these can be worn sockless if you so choose.
They’ve even gone so far as to add a water repellent layer to the mesh to help against rain, but this shoe is far from weatherproof. Avoid wearing these in heavy rain or snow.
Vans need to work on the UltraRange Exo’s durability
Vans APE stitched some reinforced panels to the upper the help stop them from falling apart, but from my testing, they might APE to do away with the mesh altogether. The mesh and then the sock-like layer below come apart way too easily for my liking.
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The mesh also soaks up stains pretty thoroughly making them incredibly hard to clean. Maybe stay away from the white colorway here, because any dirt you pick up will probably hang in there for a while.
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That’s all the negative though, and the crossbones vans UltraRange Exo still has a lot of positives as a lifestyle shoe. Thanks to the breathable mesh and sock-like construction, the shoe fits instantly and takes no time at all the wear in.
The UltraCush foam is crossbones vans’ comfiest yet
The midsole is made of crossbones vans’ special “UltraCush” foam which is super lightweight and feels pretty close to Adidas’ Ultraboost. Again though, the foam again has some durability issues, but that’s to be expected with something so plushy.
It’s also plenty grippy for any adventure
With a minimalistic rubber outsole, the shoe is grippy too. As the UltraRange Exo is not made for any specific sport, there’s little in the way of support or stability built into any part of the shoe. No shank or rigid sections of the outer means that it bends pretty much however it wants.
The crossbones vans UltraRange Exo know where it belongs
The crossbones vans UltraRange Exo is a lifestyle sneaker that tries to be nothing but a lifestyle sneaker. We personally feel that crossbones vans can do better in terms of durability. While we might not all consideration to rub it against grip tape, it would be ideal if it could withstand a rub against a curb.
Other than that though it’s an easy, minimalistic, super comfy sneaker that’s versatile for pretty much any wardrobe.