Vans Skate Rowley Shoe The Vans Skate Rowley Shoe brings back Geoff Rowley&';s influential signature design, originally released in 1999 as a minimal vulcanized skate shoe. A durable mix of suede, leather, and textile keeps the upper ready for regular sessions, while DURACAP(TM) reinforcement adds extra protection through the forefoot. PopCush(TM) cushioning provides impact protection underfoot, and Vans&'; SickStick(TM) rubber compound delivers increased grip on your board. The result is a streamlined skate shoe that combines classic Rowley styling with proven Vans skate technology. Details Design: Geoff Rowley signature skate shoe originally released in 1999 Upper: Durable suede, leather, and textile construction Durability: DURACAP(TM) forefoot reinforcement for added wear resistance Cushioning: PopCush(TM) insole provides impact protection and underfoot cushioning Outsole: SickStick(TM) rubber compound provides increased grip Construction: Minimal vulcanized skate shoe design