Vans Shoes

Sneakers are ideal for getting through the day comfortably and aesthetically after a skate session. Proven in everyday life, you can pair them with anything and they’ll be a loyal companion off the deck. Behind the stylish shoes is often a lot of technology that accompanies you with every step. Of course, you can find the right after-skate shoes & sneakers online in the skatedeluxe skate shop.

Find the perfect pair of sneakers in the skatedeluxe skate shop

Comfort, workmanship and quality are just as important to most brands as aesthetics. Sneakers that look good but don't deliver have no place in the market. That's why brands like adidas, Etnies, New Balance and Nike SB are constantly developing new techniques to bring you sneakers that can get you through the streets in style and comfort.

Basically, you can categorise most sneakers into one of the following categories: High-Tops, Mid-Tops and Low-Tops. The difference here is simply in the height of the shoe shaft.

True Icons - High Top Sneakers

The Vans SK8-Hi is a classic example of a high top sneaker. It ends above the ankle and has extra padding, giving you more stability, safety and cushioning around your foot joints and ankles. This silhouette has become a real icon thanks to the skaters of the late 70’s and early 80’s in particular.

The golden middle – Mid Top Sneakers

If you find high-top sneakers too high and low-top sneakers too short, there is a perfect solution - the mid-top sneaker. This type of shoe ends at the height of the ankle or just below and also offers you a high degree of stability and support.

At the end of the 70’s, professional skater Tony Alva modified the classic Vans Authentic with a lined hem and a heel cup protector - and thus, the classic Vans Half Cab Pro Shoe was born.

The classic – Low Top Sneakers

The standard model in the world of after-skate shoes is the low-top sneaker. These flat-cut shoes end below the ankle and are therefore very light and flexible. In order to give you enough stability despite the low tops, many brands rely on sophisticated insoles.

The Nike SB Zoom Stefan Janoski has proven itself for years both on and off the board. Even after a skate sesh, it’s one of the most comfortable and aesthetic low-top sneakers in the game.

The Lace-Free Version - Slip Ons

Simply slip on your shoes after skating, without shoelaces or velcro - it’s possible with slip-on sneakers. Arguably the most comfortable variation of the sneaker, they're practical; especially in summer, as they are often very flexible and breathable.

If you do not feel like constantly having to fix your laces and want to skate a slip on, try the Emerica Wino G6 Slip On. This model has a reinforced heel area and a removable polyurethane footbed.

How do I properly care for my sneakers? Tips & Tricks for cleaning

Smelly feet and sneakers have been around forever, but those times are over. Sneakers are your daily companion from morning to night, so optimal ventilation is essential. Breathable upper materials and ventilation holes provide fresh air and counteract sweaty feet.

In addition, some manufacturers use mesh materials in the tongues to provide better ventilation, save weight and ensure comfort. Should it come to stinky feet nevertheless, or your sneakers have just become dirty, here are some tips and tricks to clean your sneakers.

Care Instructions for Sneakers:

• To clean your shoes, always use a soft brush or a microfibre cloth so that you do not put too much strain on the material.
• Instead of brushing and scrubbing, you should rather dab because otherwise, the dirt will be pushed deeper into the material.
• Dab off remaining soap with a cloth to avoid leaving residue.