In celebrating 10 years of the Vans Syndicate project, this season sees the reissue of the SK8- Hi NYC “S” silhouette inspired by New York skateboarding icon Andy Kessler.
A true pioneer of NY’s skateboarding scene throughout the 70’s and 80’s and famed as the original founder of skateboard crew Zoo York, which grew to become on of the most notable skate brand’s from the city, the late Andy Kessler was a hugely influential figure in both skateboarding and amongst various communities in the Big Apple. Back in 2010, Vans released the NYC “S” silhouette, paying homage to Kessler and his legacy, and now as the 3rd instalment of Syndicate’s 10th year celebrations, it was only right reissue one of the projects most defining shoes.
The latest iteration of the Vans Syndicate Sk8-Hi Reissue NYC “S” sticks closely to the OG, applying a mixture of premium leather and perforated nubuck to the shoes black upper, which also features the bright blue shoelaces Kessler personalised all his Sk8-Hi’s with and contrasting white sidestripe branding. Technical upgrades include the ‘Outlast’ temperature management in the shoe lining, while comfort and cushioning is achieved through the memory foam padding and Ultracush HD moulded footbed in the sole unit. Additional detailing includes a blacked out ‘Vans Off The Wall’ woven tongue label and custom ‘NYC – New York City Skateboarding’ heel tab, which is a nod to the old NYC subway tokens of Andy’s childhood.
The Vans Syndicate x Andy Kessler Sk8-Hi Reissue NYC “S” anniversary project is available now at Flatspot.
