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Kevin Peraza Discusses His Signature Vans Old Skool Pro Colorway

The Kevin Peraza signature Old Skool Pro Colorway from Vans officially dropped this past weekend during a launch party in Austin, Texas. While that was going down, Vital caught up with Kevin to talk about his shoe, what it means to him and his family, the new BMX specific sole that we’ll be seeing on more signature models in the near future and more. Check out the video, then get a closer look, along with full details on the shoe right here!

“Kevin Peraza teamed up with Vans to create a shoe specifically designed for BMX. We caught up with Kevin this past weekend in Austin, Texas to learn all about it. Check it!” – Vital BMX

What do you think of Kevin’s new shoe? Are you digging the classic checker pattern? What do you think of the BMX specific sole that Vans developed for this? Let us now in the comments!

VANS – SCOTTY CRANMER SIGNATURE SK8-HI PRO COLORWAY

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Scotty Cranmer’s new Sk8-Hi Pro Colorway from Vans is available now!

Almost as soon as we posted the new Kevin Peraza signature Old Skool Pro colorway, we caught a glimpse of the brand new Scotty Cranmer signature SK8-HI PRO COLORWAY from Vans! We knew Scotty had something coming, but we hadn’t heard anything specific, so we thought it would be a little while out. Well, today is that day and these shoes turned out rad!

Much like his original signature Vans, Scotty went with the Sk8-Hi Pro for the model. As many of you probably remember, the last ones he had were completely blacked out from top to bottom and this time around he’s flipped it and gone with an all off-white / white look with red accents that turned out so good.

“Vans The Sk8-Hi Pro BMX in Scotty Cranmers signature colorway is a Vans classic upgraded for enhanced performance. Featuring sturdy canvas and suede uppers, the Sk8-Hi Pro BMX also includes UltraCush HD sockliners to provide the highest level of impact cushioning, DURACAP reinforcement rubber underlays in high wear areas for unrivaled durability, and the Vans revolutionary Wafflecup BMX construction for unrivaled support and pedalfeel.” – Vans

Much like Kevin Peraza’s shoe, these come with the new Wafflecup BMX construction that we are now 98.69% confident we have never seen until now, and we’re starting to think has something to do with the whole “BMX Support Group” thing we’ve been seeing popping up the past week or two. Funny how you don’t actually piece things that are clearly right in your face together until it hits. Either way, this sole mixes the classic waffle pattern with a diamond and octagon pattern and a flat diamond pattern that will give you plenty of grip since these were designed with pedals in mind!

The Scotty Cranmer Signature SK8-HI Pro is avialable through the VANS WEBSTORE now for $80.00 in sizes of 6.5 – 13 and we would imagine they will be landing at BMX shops and mail-orders that carry Vans worldwide right now as well! Check out more over on the Vans website.

We would also assume that when Scotty mentioned he will be in Austin, Texas this coming weekend in his latest video, that he will be having a launch party like Kevin Peraza is! We will keep you updated when we get full details on that one.

Vans – Kevin Peraza Signature Old Skool Pro Colorway

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The Kevin Peraza signature Old Skool Pro from Vans has arrived!

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Here’s one for the Kevin Peraza fans out there! Vans have released Kevin’s own signature colorway for their ever popular Old Skool Pro shoe that we’re sure a bunch of you will be stoked on.

Kevin’s signature colorway takes the classic checker pattern and adds his own twist with a mix of black, red and white, with a stitched “Peraza” logo on the tongue, that turned out real dialed. The shoe is made from the same suede uppers with the DURACAP reinforcement rubber underlays to take the abuse in high wear spots. Inside they have the UltraCush HD sock liners to make for a comfy feel that can take on the impacts that riding throws at you.

Not your average waffle sole!

The Kevin Peraza signature Old Skool Pro colorway also comes with the Wafflecup BMX construction, that I’m 96.69% sure is brand new. I personally can’t recall seeing this, but maybe I had my waffle blinders on and missed this. Either way, the shoe features a blend of the classic waffle sole pattern with a diamond pattern, an octagon style pattern, and a smoother diamond pattern on the rear. With BMX in the name, we would have to assume this was designed to work amazing with BMX pedals. Just when you thought the waffle pattern couldn’t have been improved.

The Kevin Peraza signature Old Skool Pro Colorway is available on the VANS WEBSTORE now for $70.00 flat with sizes 6.5 – 13 available for you. We would imagine these will be available through all BMX shops and mail-orders that carry Vans worldwide shortly as well.

“Vans The Old Skool Pro BMX in Kevin Perazas signature colorway is a Vans classic upgraded for enhanced performance. Featuring sturdy canvas and suede uppers, the Old Skool Pro BMX also includes UltraCush HD sockliners to provide the highest level of impact cushioning, DURACAP reinforcement rubber underlays in high wear areas for unrivaled durability, and the Vans revolutionary Wafflecup BMX construction for unrivaled support and pedal feel.“

Check out more details over on the Vans Website!

Also, make sure you check out the new Scotty Cranmer SK8-HI PRO COLORWAY that dropped today as well!

Live near Austin, Texas? This weekend there will be a launch party for Kevin’s shoe going down and it’s bound to be a damn good time. We haven’t found full details yet, but we would imagine you’ll be able to learn more on Vans’ new BMX Support Group website soon.

2018 Vans BMX Pro Cup Huntington Beach – Course Preview & Practice

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Get a course preview and a look at the 2nd day of practice for the 2018 Vans BMX Pro Cup stop in Huntington Beach!

With the practice sessions for the 2018 Vans BMX Pro Cup heating up, GoPro caught up with Kris Fox or a hot lap around the bowl for a course preview. Hit play to take a ride with Kris, then check out more action from the 2nd day of practice below!

“We strapped a GoPro HERO6 to Huntington Beach local and Vans Team rider Kris Fox to give you all a look around this brand new built concrete park on the sand at the Vans US Open of Surfing.” – Vans

“Today was the second day of practice for Vans Pro Cup 2018 at Vans US Open, but for most riders it was their first time riding the course. Compared to the first practice on Saturday morning, today’s session was way more crowded and hectic. Instead of simply cutting together the highlights in one or two trick clips, I thought it would be interesting to really show the riders getting used to the course and figuring out their lines. This video was filmed in two hours and even in that time you can see how some dudes continue to refine their lines. Overall, it’s pretty incredible to see how quickly they’re getting used to the bowl and I can’t wait to see what everyone comes up with over the next few days. This is going to be an amazing contest.” – Ride BMX

Vans BMX Pro Cup 2018 Huntington Beach – First Practice

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Get a look at what went down during the first practice for the Vans BMX Pro Cup in Huntington Beach!

The Vans BMX Pro Cup is going down in Huntington Beach, California this week and things are already starting to heat up. Here’s a video Ride BMX put together giving us a look at some of the action that has gone down in practice so far, along with some insight from some of the first riders to take the course, along with some word from the one and only Jerry Badders. Take a look! This is bound to be a wild one!

“The 2018 Vans Pro Cup at US Open in Huntington Beach, CA, is officially underway. Saturday morning was the first BMX practice and we were on hand to capture the likes of Kevin Peraza, Chase Hawk, Tom Dugan, Alex Hiam, Gary Young and more get their first taste of the course—and get some words about the course from them as well. Here’s your first look at the Vans BMX Pro Cup course at US Open 2018…” – Ride BMX

Vans UNFILTERED – California feat. Dakota Roche & Dan Lacey

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Dakota Roche and Dan Lacey team up in California for the latest Vans UNFILTERED video!

Today is a good day! Vans just dropped their latest Unfiltered video, and it’s a BANGER. This time around Dan Lacey made the trip over to California to meet up with Dakota Roche to go to work on a bunch of dialed spots with filmer Rich Forne. As You can imagine with a trifecta like this, everything about the video is on point from the riding to the spots and film work. If you aren’t watching this one, you’re completely blowing it!

“The UNFILTERED series lands in California, on its fourth continent in as many episodes.

The power duo of Dakota Roche and Dan Lacey raided through California’s Central Coast line, on a stark contrast to the desert landscapes of the UAE in episode three. In typical “for the search” fashion, Dakota and Dan missioned for days to find spots, but also manufacture their own between Santa Barbara and Santa Cruz.” – Vans

2018 Vans BMX Pro Cup – Huntington Beach Teaser

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The Vans BMX Pro Cup in Huntington Beach is coming in hot!

The next round of the Vans BMX Pro Cup is going down August 3rd – 5th in Huntington Beach! As you can expect, it’s going to be an absolutely wild weekend of good times and amazing riding. Here’s a short but sweet teaser filled with clips from last years stop, along with some of the details. You can get the full details at VansBMXProCup.com

Vans Unfiltered – California with Dakota Roche & Dan Lacey TEASER

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Get ready for some fresh Dakota Roche and Dan Lacey heat from Vans!

Here’s the trailer for the latest installment of the Unfiltered series from Vans! This time around Dakota Roche and Dan Lacey team up to crush spots in California. It sounds like this video will be dropping real soon, so get ready! Until then, this teaser should give you a good idea of the magic that’s on its way.

Filmed and edited by Rich Forne