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Vans Skateboarding proudly celebrates 30 years of the Half Cab with the Skate Half Cab ‘92 GTX – a nod to the future of the silhouette. This past year, Vans paid tribute to the Half Cab in honour of the iconic shoe’s three-decade history, and the Skate Half Cab ’92 GTX is the culmination of this effort, representing the next generation of the shoe and skateboarding.
Born out of necessity in 1992, skaters created the original Half Cab by cutting down high tops into customised skate shoes. With nothing but scissors and duct tape, they unknowingly constructed the world’s greatest skate shoe. The Half Cab was born from this creative spirit, and three decades later, it’s this creative spirit that continues to drive skateboarding forward. Vans continues this legacy with the Skate Half Cab ’92 GTX, a winterised classic that builds on the innovative nature of Vans Skateboarding’s DNA.
A modern take on one of the most influential skate shoes of all time, the Skate Half Cab ’92 GTX draws on elevated materials and a skateable Gore-Tex construction. Featuring fully revised uppers with moulded heel counters, locked-in tongue straps, and a recut of the DURACAP underlays, the shoe offers a customised fit that prioritises breathability and durability where skaters need it most. The two-part foxing, featuring a tougher toe knurl, ensures heightened board contact, and the redesigned gum rubber sole has been reinforced with a SickStick rubber compound and an internal heel shank to deliver additional grip, board feel, support, and durability.
The sidewall finish, combined with graphic elements like Vans’ signature Checkerboard flag and Skateboarding graphic treatment, add undeniable authenticity and subtle differences that enhance this iconic style.
Vans Skate Half Cab ‘92 GTX is now available at Vans retail stores and online HERE.
Expect to pay R2499.00.
