Vans Zahba Black/White Shoes

Meet the Zahba: a low-profile, easy-to-wear, sport-inspired skate shoe made with an eye toward sustainability. Built on a last with comfortable underfoot contours and a refined fit, the Zahba blends sustainable materials with the performance features that skateboarders demand.

The Zahba outsole is made with SickStick™ natural rubber sourced from farms that follow proven sustainable practices with the intention of reducing impacts on people and the planet. This cupsole is combined with a dual-density VR3Cush™ midsole made with at least 50% biobased EVA foam partially derived from plants. By purchasing this product, you are supporting Leather Working Group certified tanneries, http://www.leatherworkinggroup.com/. Textiles are made with 100% recycled PET or organic cotton.

Add in DURACAP™-reinforced panels where you need it and athletic-inspired mesh for a lightweight, breathable upper, and you’ve got the perfect blend of comfort and upgraded performance.

UPPER:
-Materials include durable suede panels in high-wear areas, lightweight mesh that is breathable and durable, and perforations for added breathability
-A DURACAP™ toe cap made of suede reinforced with recycled rubber offers added durability
-The Recycled Internal Heel Counter delivers an improved heel fit, while heel pulls allow for easy on-and-off

OUTSOLE:
-A low-profile, three-quarter SickStick™ Rubber Cupsole encases a dual-density midsole construction with zonal tread design
-The midsole is made of at least 50% biobased foam designed for flexibility and boardfeel
-The dual-density zone is made of at least 50% biobased foam with an all-new ImpactWaffle™ tread

SOCKLINER:
-The 98% Recycled Foam Sockliner means additional comfort added on top of a molded midsole

This style comes with an additional pair of laces.