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Vans Introduces Breakthrough WAFFLECUP Construction

Posted 02/06/2012 by Kelly

If you haven't heard already, we're introducing a new WAFFLECUP construction, skateboarding's first–ever vulcanized cupsole! This revolutionary breakthrough in skate shoe construction technology combines all the best elements of a cupsole shoe, including increased support and durability, with the superior boardfeel and grip of a traditional Vans vulcanized shoe. The best of both worlds. Now available on Vans' all new Stage 4 skate shoe, WAFFLECUP construction was uniquely designed by skateboarders to enhance your skateboarding experience.

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Ryan Villopoto Wins Anaheim 2 Supercross

Posted 02/06/2012 by Kelly

Vans Moto athlete Ryan Villopoto takes back the premier 450 Supercross championship points lead with this weekends first place overall! RV said once he nailed the holeshot in the main event he new he had to get his first few laps perfect so he could pull away to ride a smooth raise all the way to the checkers. He is excited to be sporting the red number one plate going into this next weekends race that will be held in San Diego, CA on Feb. 11th.

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Big Week of New Shows Coming on OffTheWall.tv

Posted 02/05/2012 by Kelly

OffTheWall.tv is happy to deliver another wonderful Shred for Your Life episode to your computer screens. On this episode of Shred for Your Life, check out the lightening fast fingers of Saunder Jurriaans as he faces off with Tada Hirano in a round two shocker. Then, see the mystery behind Malibu Carl in Surf's up LA. On Friday, we catch up with European skaters Ross McGouran, Chewy Cannon, Chris Oliver and more as they describe the best and

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Mike Posner Traveling in No Room For Rockstars Exclusive Clip

Posted 02/04/2012 by Kelly

Mike Posner is a busy man. Find out how Mike manages playing a set at the Vans Warped Tour and then runs off to the next gig in this exclusive clip from the film, No Room For Rockstars, the Vans Warped Tour.

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Vans Hi-Standard Canada Series Kicks Off Today

Posted 02/03/2012 by Kelly

Join us for the first Canadian edition of the Vans Hi-Standard Series in collaboration with Snowboard Canada tomorrow, Saturday, February 4th in Seymour North Vancouver. The event consists of an original big air format where riders are judged on individual style and no rotations over 720 are permitted; rewarding creativity and self-expression, the Vans way. It’s pretty simple, the more style and trick variety you have, the more you get paid.

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Dennis McNett Art Show in Laguna Beach, CA

Posted 02/02/2012 by Kelly

After his three year absence in California, Dennis McNett brings his art show; Wolfbat Shamans and the Whale of Gratitude to Orange County for the first time. A large selection of his woodcut prints, sculptural forms, wall installations, papier mâché and masks in mythical and animalistic creations are coming to AR4T Gallery in Laguna Beach with a reception this Saturday, February 4th from 6-9pm and the show runs through March 24th.

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Vans Custom Culture Program Registration Starts Today!

Posted 02/01/2012 by Kelly

Attention High School Art Students! You are invited to join Vans Custom Culture, a nationwide contest for high school art classes in which we provide Vans shoes as a blank canvas for students to come up with their best, most creative designs. We'll be accepting the first 1,000 registrant schools and the winners will be award $50,000 towards their art program. We're also taking the top five schools to Los Angeles for a museum show in May! So

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John Florence Wins Pipe Pro

Posted 02/01/2012 by Kelly

With 20 seconds left of the final heat, Vans Surf Team rider John Florence had a paddle battle to catch the last wave and pulls out a 9.93 to match his already perfect 10 to take the win at the Volcom Pipe Pro down at Pipeline on Oahu. This is rad. The biggest congratulations goes out John!

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Vans Surfjitsu Shoe Release Party at Thalia Surf Shop

Posted 01/31/2012 by Kelly

Join Vans this Thursday, February 2nd at Vans by Thalia Surf Shop to celebrate the release of our new surf shoe, the Surfjitsu! The event will feature art from Surfjitsu collaborators Neil Blender and Dane Gudauskas as well as a special performance by Alejandro's Awesome Surf Band. The party kicks off at 6pm, hope to see you all there!

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Jamie Lynn Honored With TW SNOW Legend Award

Posted 01/30/2012 by Kelly

Vans team rider Jamie Lynn’s style is so iconic his method alone could receive TransWorld SNOWboarding’s Legend Award. It’s his overall contribution to snowboarding, however, that was honored this last Friday during the 13th Annual Riders’ Poll Awards Show at the Fillmore Auditorium. Big congrats Jamie!

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More Bands Added to 2012 Vans Warped Tour

Posted 01/29/2012 by Kelly

2012 is shaping up to be quite the summer. Seven more bands have been added to next years Vans Warped Tour - Make Do and Mend, Mayday Parade, Sick of Sarah, Skip The Foreplay, The Green, Twin Atlantic and Vanna will be joining the already 38 bands announced. Check them out, then be on the lookout for the next announcement on February 1st.

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Monster Energy AMA Supercross Heads to Oakland

Posted 01/28/2012 by Kelly

The Vans Moto crew is heading to Oakland, CA today, Saturday, January 28th for the fourth round of the 2012 Monster Energy AMA/FIM Supercross Series! Vans Pro Circuit athletes Dean Wilson and Tyla Rattray are planning to battle it out in the 250 class for top podium spots. Come check out all the action packed fun this weekend and cheer on the Vans Moto team! Catch the race airing Sunday on CBS at 12pm EST.

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