When impact protection and boardfeel come together, skateboarders have the best opportunity to make an impact. That’s why the Skate Zahba features Vans’ best impact cushioning outsole design yet: the ImpactWaffle. Its unique three-part design—two layers of biobased EVA foam encased in a SickStick rubber outsole—provides the right amount of impact protection in all the right places so that you have the cushioning and control needed to level up your skating. Longer rails, bigger gaps, deeper bowls . . . That’s impact you can see.
Our team has set ambitious sustainability goals. Big or small, all of our efforts add up to positive change. To earn the Checkerboard globe logo, at least 30% of the product must be made up of one or a combination of recycled, renewable, and/or regenerative materials.
- IMPACTWAFFLE™: A dual-density, impact-cushioning outsole that provides next level impact protection without sacrificing boardfeel.
- CUSHIONING: The flexible dual-density midsole, made with at least 50% biobased EVA foam partially derived from plants, is a USDA Certified Biobased Product.
- SICKSTICK™: The Zahba™ rubber cupsole features a zonal tread design to provide enhanced grip and durability, with a reversed waffle tread pattern in the heel to increase the longevity of the shoe. This outsole contains at least 55% responsibly sourced natural rubber obtained from sources that follow proven sustainable practices with the intention of reducing impacts on the planet.
- DURACAP™: A reinforced toecap for increased durability and added protection.
- REFINED FIT: A low profile, easy to wear skate shoe with a 98% recycled foam sockliner that adds additional comfort.
- UPPERS: Materials include varying amnounts of recycled polyester, durable leather panels in high-wear areas, and lightweight athletic-inspired mesh that is breathable and long-lasting.
