First made in 1977, the Vans Slip-on gained popularity quickly amongst skateboarding culture. As times progressed Vans has made a fully redesigned shoe to keep up with the needs of skateboarders. Presenting the Vans Skate Slip-On, this shoe is apart of "Vans Skate Classics line" of footwear. These are the most iconic skate shoes created by Vans but revamped to fit the needs of modern day skateboarding. These shoes integrate tongue straps for a snug fit, DURACAP underlay for durability, SickStick a rubber compound used to make a grippy outsole, and internal heel shanks to deliver more board feel in order to create a classic yet modern skate shoe.
Primary Upper Materials
Suede
Sole
Vulcanized
Footbed
PopCush™
Details
Duracap™
SickStick™
Features
Sole
Vulcanized - “Vulc” shoes are light, flexible and break in quickly. These don't provide as much foot protection as cupsoles, but they are preferred if you’re looking for good board feel in a shoe with less weight and bulk.
Footbed
PopCush™ - Vans' PopCush insoles snap back and won't pack! This proprietary foam compound was meticulously tuned and tested for impact protection, superior cushioning, and custom energy return. This upgraded foam performs better than Vans' UltraCush™ compound for all types of skating so you can skate longer and go harder than ever before.
Details
Duracap™ - Developed and tested to withstand the abuse of the Vans pro skateboarding team; reinforcement is provided through rubber underlays in the toebox and ollie-area for lasting durability to save you time and money.
SickStick™ - Taking inspiration from Vans' beloved original gum rubber formula, the SickStick formula is the grippiest and the stickiest gum sole in Vans history. Extensively tested by Vans' team riders, the formula is uniquely calibrated to deliver enhanced grip and durability, and also make a firm bind to the foxing tape, so you can be in complete control of your board.
Reviews
4.7
Overall Rating
Reviewed by
24
customers
Skate vans slip on
by Tfunk
in Los Angeles, CA(Verified Buyer)
Posted on 1/8/2026
Vans Skate Slip-On Shoes - black/white
Great skate shoe. Honestly the first pair of skate shoes that doe not rip or create holes after a few sessions. However you do have to break them in, or else the heel part will cut your Achilles, overall great shoe. And package came quick.
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best customer service
by Landon
Posted on 9/6/2025
Vans Skate Slip-On Shoes
The ups got all messed up with my package and caleb at tactics helped a lot and i got my new shoes just in time for peak skating weather on the east coast lol. I only ever go to tactics or my local shop for anything, theyre great:)
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Aaron's favorite
by Matthew Berlin
in Oswego, NY(Verified Buyer)
Posted on 8/2/2025
Vans Skate Slip-On Shoes - black/black
My son wears these 90% of the time. We live in the snow belt of North Central New York state, so that includes winter weather too. The quality is very good apparently, as they last a couple years.
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A great skate classic
by Titus Johnson(Verified Buyer)
Posted on 1/22/2025
Vans Skate Slip-On Shoes - black/white
I've skated a few pairs of vans so far and these are one of my absolute favorites. Nice and slim with great board feel
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Gr8 sk8 shoe
by Ryan McCoy
in Hartsville, SC(Verified Buyer)
Posted on 11/4/2024
Vans Skate Slip-On Shoes - black/white
Perfect fit. True to size. Super grippy and comfortable. Great flick.
