The Authentic Pro, a Vans classic upgraded for enhanced performance, features sturdy canvas uppers, single-wrap foxing tape, UltraCush HD sockliners to keep the foot close to the board while providing the highest level of impact cushioning, and Vans original waffle outsoles for superior grip and control. The Authentic Pro also includes Duracap reinforcement rubber underlays in high wear areas for unrivaled durability.
This shoe is NOT navy ....it's black and they even came with cream laces to enhance your hype ....straight fire just bought a second pair before they skyrocket to over 300...Read complete review
This shoe is NOT navy ....it's black and they even came with cream laces to enhance your hype ....straight fire just bought a second pair before they skyrocket to over 300 when people realize it's not "navy" lol
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Classic profile plagued by poor construction
I was blowing through a pair of standard Eras every couple of months and so when the local Vans store had some Pro series Authentics I picked them up hoping that they'd be more...Read complete review
I was blowing through a pair of standard Eras every couple of months and so when the local Vans store had some Pro series Authentics I picked them up hoping that they'd be more durable. I love the low profile of the Eras and Authentics but can't really afford new shoes every few months.
I don't skate in them, I wear them around the office. When I got the Authentic Pros, I started walking in a pair of runners and wore the Authentics sparingly outside and mainly inside while at my desk. The canvas and sole held up great, but after a few months the sole began separating from the outsole. I contacted Vans and they told me to come into the store for an exchange. The store manager told me the shoes were defective. I was very happy with how Vans handled the matter.
I've now had the replacement pair for six months or so. Again, the sole and canvas have held up great, in fact I've put even less wear on this pair than the last pair as I've really cut back the walking I do in them and their outdoor use. However, once again there is serious separation of the sole from the outsole. The issue is even more pronounced this time than the last time.
While I'm very happy with how Vans responded to my initial problem and while I love the look and feel of the shoes, I'm very disappointed in the quality of the shoes. The Pro series aren't exactly cheap and they're billed as having "unrivaled durability". That's certainly not my experience with them, despite taking conscious efforts place less wear on the shoes.
Been wearing vans since I was a tot. Been wearing pro versions since the get. Will wear them to the grave.
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No
3/7/2018
5.0
Perfect Shoe
By Jen the classic cook
from Alta Loma, CA
Comments about Authentic Pro:
Okay I'm a large woman, tall and heavy (I broke my back) and I have supination, my feet tend to roll out. A shoe built on a platform not going to work for me and leads to a twisted ankle. These shoes prevent that. Love them and don't wear anything else.
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No
3/4/2018
(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
Love this shoe
By Kim
from Tampa fl
Comments about Authentic Pro:
Bought for my son
Was this a gift?:
Yes
3/3/2018
5.0
Beautiful a
By Alex
from New York
Pros
Very lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Vans Authentic Pro:
The shoes are very pretty and they are nice and lightweight for the spring.
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No
2/27/2018
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
4.0
The shoe's great, but buy insoles separately
By Alex
from Cleveland, Ohio
Pros
Comfy
Easy to clean
Cons
Painful insoles
Best Uses
Everyday
Comments about Authentic Pro:
I wear these shoes every day. I work in fast food. I step in a lot of grease. There's not a single stain on these shoes, which is great. They're not ugly like the shoes my employer gives me a discount for, so I can wear them with my normal clothes and they go with everything I own.
The insoles are garbage, though. They're too stiff and they wedge my heels up and make my legs hurt if I'm on my feet for too long. I fixed that pretty easily by just replacing them with the memory foam insoles I had in my last pair of shoes, and now they're the best shoes I've owned in a while. I'm prone to blisters (my skin is so quick to blister that my parents have called them "princess feet" for years), but I've had these for a few weeks and nothing. I was worried that I'd have to break these in and have tender feet for a long time, but not even the stiffness from the back of the heel is giving me a problem.
Besides the bad insoles these come with, these shoes are perfect.
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No
2/27/2018
5.0
These are THE most comfortable shoes ever.
By Chelsea the teacher of 4yro
from Laurinburg, NC
Comments about Authentic Pro:
These have been so great for me. I work in a classroom with 4yrolds and I am on my feet ALL day long. From this work environment I developed Planters Faciitis, which is extremely painful and difficult to find comfort for. But the inserts in this shoe are incredible! I wish I could purchase just the insert for other shoes I have.
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No
2/24/2018
5.0
Comfy sneaks
By Nancy
from Indianapolis, IN
Comments about Authentic Pro:
Love the removable insoles! Now I can add my own insoles if necessary. Checkered pattern is so cute.
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No
2/9/2018
(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)
4.0
Runs large but cute
By Shell
from Portland, OR
Comments about Authentic Pro:
I ordered these online from the Vans store because they didn't have my size. I assumed I'd be the same size I always am in Vans, however when I received them and tried them on my heel would slide out when I walked because they were too large. Order a half size down, or try to try them on in store to make sure they fit. Other than sizing these shoes are super cute on, are well made and very comfortable.
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No
1/31/2018
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
One of my favorite shoes
By Robbie the skater
from Mansfield Ohio
Comments about Authentic Pro:
This is a truly great shoe!! It matches easily with everything, but after seven months, the fabric on the heel wore out due to 4 days a week of ware.
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No
1/28/2018
(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
Perfect color
By Caroline the Artist
from Orland Ca.
Comments about Vans Authentic Pro:
Love Vans , easy to get my size and check out easy .. love the variety and every one recognizes a VAN :)on time