Vans
When Paul Van Doren left school at 14 and started sweeping the floor at the shoe factory where his mother worked, we are not sure he realised what a foundation this would provide him for producing one of the most influential items of footwear on the planet. But over half a century later, VANS are one of the most popular and accessible trainers that are available.
Popular in all walks of life including surfing, skateboarding, snowboarding, urban and punk, VANS appeal to all age groups with footwear designed for Men, Women and Kids in both the traditional VANS Authentic range as well as the most up to date styles and designs to suit the trainer wearer of today. VANS are one of the most comfortable yet one of the most stylish items of footwear that you can wear and continue to be one of the most popular on our site.
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The Brand
The original Vans company, Van Doren Rubber Co was started in 1966 by Paul Van Doren, his brother and two friends who famously supplied and sold 12 pairs of Vans Trainers on their first day of trading. They were the first shoe manufacturer to sell directly to the public and tailor made the original trainers for each and every customer. Since then, VANS has become one of the most credible trainer brands in existence but have kept their focus on their customer to ensure they are providing exactly what todays market are looking for.
Patenting the 'waffle' sole which provides traction and durability, the VANS brand has developed some of the most important initiatives in todays trainer market including the Vans snowboarding boots and skateboarding trainers specifically for a new generation of extreme athletes.
Sponsoring some of the most colourful and talented athletes in active sports, including skateboarding pros Sam Bekett and Andy Scott, VANS have used the power and knowledge of the athletes it works with to continuously develop their footwear to compete in the modern market. Now with Surf, Snow and BMX teams joining their skateboarding stars, Vans have the influences and the collaborators they need to ensure their shoes always fit the bill.
By opening its very own skateboarding park in its original town or Orange in California and continuing to develop a chain of skateboarding parks across the US, Vans show their continued dedication to active sports, new talent and new music. This influence can be clearly seen in everything they produce including their range of skateboarding apparel under the VanPac brand and the continuous release of new music including the sponsorship of the annual Vans Warped Tour, a collection of music genres supported by the Vans brand.
When you buy a Vans trainer you are opting for one of the best skateboarding brands in the world. With style, durability and comfort, these are trainers you can wear for any occasion but when needs must they can give you the support you need to perform at your absolute best.