Street-Skater Ben Kadow Gives the Vans Sk8-Hi a Webbed Revamp

Vans Mountain Edition High Satin Pack Vans Vans x Bianca Chandôn Old Skool LX Stressed Red White Classic Vans slip-on sneaker. Based in New York City, Kadow has been a Vans Skate team member since 2018 and is also a part of Hockey Skateboards. Kadow even managed to hold his own in Supreme’s skate film “Blessed.”  Earlier this month, Kadow brought his Classic Vans slip-on sneaker to Supreme, where he offered an exclusive pink and black colorway that was only available at Supreme’s flagship locations. Now, Vans and Kadow are offering a wider release with an alternative Fall-ready colorway.

Kadow’s Vans Sk8-Hi has an olive-toned nylon quarter panel that features a quilted spiderweb design. The heel counter, eyestays, and toebox transition to sturdy black suede. The sockliner is made with POPCUSH material for energy return, impact protection, and cushioning. The silhouette is structured with DURACAP underlays and knurled foxing tape for daily skate-sesh durability. To further elevate this Vans Skate Classic, the Sk8-Hi is upgraded with rope laces and a SICKSTICK grip rubber compound outsole for more board feel.  Finishing details include Vans’ signature Jazz Stripe, black midsoles, a shatter-print insole, and Kadow’s stylized signature.

The Classic Vans slip-on sneaker by Ben Kadow will be available on Vans x Bianca Chandôn Old Skool LX Stressed Red White. You’ll be able to purchase these sneakers from select Vans Skate retailers. A list of dealers is available on Vans.com. The price is set at $85. For more Vans releases Vans Drill Sort frakke @NiceKicks on Instagram.