Vans Skate Era Stub Shoes The Vans Skate Era Stub Shoes are all style on the outside and extra tough on the inside. This is a premium version of the classic Vans Era, offering Duracap reinforcement in high wear areas, deeper tread on the Vans waffle outsole, and PopCush footbeds for advanced cushioning. Internal heel stiffeners and tongue straps offer a locked in fit so your feet feel secure when you're out skating. Suede/Canvas upper Duracap underlays for extra durability Increased sidewall Deeper tread in Vans Waffle outsole for longer lasting wear PopCush footbeds for advanced cushioning Internal heel stiffeners and tongue straps for a locked in fit