Signature skateboard labels Vans and Spitfire Wheels came together to create a collaborative celebratory range. The two honor team icons such as Chima Ferguson, Kyle Walker, Anthony Van Engelen and John Cardiel. The celebratory skate pieces include a selection of footwear, apparel and accessories.
The new Vans x Spitfire Wheels collection features signature footwear silhouettes such as the Kyle Walker Pro, Chima Pro 2, AV Rapidweld Pro Lite, and Era Pro in John Cardiel's custom colorway of orange and black. There are also hoodies, matching sweatpants, three hats, two t-shirts, a polo shirt, and a skate duffel bag. Every single piece is accented with the signature 'Flame Head' from Spitfire, the iconic swirl, as well as Van's classic checkerboard detail.
Team-Honoring Skate Collections
Vans & Spitfire Wheels Joined Forces to Celebrate Team Icons
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