Vans Syndicate SK8 Hi NYC "S" Photos

Posted on Friday, October 2, 2015 by Chris

Celebrating a decade of Vans Syndicate would not be complete without a proper tribute to New York skateboarding icon Andy Kessler. As the third installment honoring the 10th anniversary of Syndicate, this October 3 Vans releases the Sk8-Hi Reissue NYC "S" inspired by the east coast skateboarding legend. Touted as one of the original pioneers of New York skateboarding in the 1970s and 1980s, Kessler is remembered for his dedicated community work in building public skateparks, inspiring locals and skateboarders from all walks of life to be a part of the emerging New York skate scene. Vans Syndicate presents the Andy Kessler Sk8-Hi Reissue NYC "S” in the original premium leather and nubuck silhouette topped with the bright blue shoelaces he personalized all his Sk8-Hi's with. The upper construction features Outlast temperature management linings and perforated nubuck panels for maximum protection and ventilation. Capping off the design, the custom heel scab references old NYC subway tokens of Andy’s childhood.

Features:

Sk8-Hi Reissue NYC “S”

Full grain leather and nubuck uppers
Outlast® temperature management linings
Vans Ultracush HD footbeds
Vans original waffle gum sole
Signature Syndicate 10th Anniversary artwork in gold on the footbeds

The Vans Syndicate x Andy Kessler anniversary project launches this Saturday, October 3rd online at SPoTTampa.com 10am EST.

- Adam Washell

Photos: Marino Nicastro