News / Press Release Introducing the Converse CONS Louie Lopez 2 Louie and CONS built this new silhouette from scratch, delivering a new staple for every skateboarder. by Converse CONS Posted 05 Apr 2025
News / Broadcast New Colourways of the Vans AVE 2.0 After its debut in March, Anthony Van Engelen’s latest signature model is back with a new mesh upper that’s designed to meet the needs of the next generation of skaters. Check out the three new colourways. by Manual Magazine Posted 20 Jun 2024
News / Press Release Satisfy Your Cravings With The Latest From Pass~Port & Vans Vans have teamed up with Sydney-based skate brand Pass~Port for their third collaboration, this time featuring the iconic Skate Half Cab and Skate Lampin. by Manual Magazine Posted 22 May 2024
News / Sneaker News Converse ‘83 Fastbreak for Skateboarding Originally released in ‘83, the Converse Fastbreak was front and centre on the basketball court. Retooled for skateboarding at the request of the CONS family and admirers alike. by Manual Magazine Posted 01 Dec 2023
News / Product Rowan Zorilla’s Second Signature Shoe from Vans An evolution of 2020’s popular Rowan Pro, the Rowan 2 offers a refined shape, upgraded feel and Vans Skateboarding’s new ImpactWaffle™ technology. by Manual Magazine Posted 08 Nov 2023
Video / Aotearoa New Zealand Vans New Zealand — Zahba Wear Test To celebrate the launch of the new Zahba shoe, Vans New Zealand team riders and friends took over the Public Library showroom. The space was transformed into a skate park for the night to test out the new shoe that features ImpactWaffle™ technology. by Manual Magazine Posted 29 Mar 2023
News / Sneaker News Converse CONS celebrate a milestone and creativity with Sage Elsesser and Sean Pablo Converse CONS and Sage Elsesser celebrate 10 years with Fastbreak Pro. Sean Pablo also shares his latest creative vision with the One Star Pro. Press Release Posted 30 Aug 2022
News / Press release Vans Skateboarding Presents Lizzie Armanto’s Latest Head-to-toe Collection An all-gender capsule by Lizzie Armanto built around Vans’ first signature skate shoe designed by a woman in 20 years. by Manual Magazine Posted 12 Aug 2022
News / Sneaker News Vans Presents: The Wayvee A new skateboarding silhouette from Vans that marks an evolution in skate style and performance. Built from the ground up with input from Tyson Peterson Press release Posted 10 Aug 2021
News / Sneaker News Vans Introduces All-New Skate Classics Timeless silhouettes receive upgraded design and construction. Press Release Posted 03 May 2021
News / Sneaker News Kyle Walker Goes Velcro With His Sophomore Shoe Long-lasting and enduring support that comes from the skate community. Wrapped up in a shoe. With Velcro. Press Release Posted 23 Sep 2020
Video / Australian Video Vans Kyle Pro 2 Wear Test — Chiggy’s Skateboarding The Vans Australia team take grip of Chiggy’s indoor skatepark on the Sunshine Coast for their Kyle Walker Pro 2 wear test. by Manual Magazine Posted 23 Sep 2020
News / Sneaker News Copa Nationale: The Next Evolution of Skate Footwear This new modern cup-sole from adidas Skateboarding draws inspiration from their rich soccer heritage. Press Release Posted 26 Feb 2020
News / Behind The Scenes Vans Rowan Pro: Scoring the Track Rowan, Sweeny and Theodore score more than new shoes. by David Read Posted 18 Feb 2020
Exclusive / Sneaker News Introducing the Rowan Pro: Rowan Zorilla’s First Vans Signature Skate Shoe Seamlessly blending his nostalgic, ’90s aesthetic with superior performance-driven tech, Rowan Zorilla’s first Vans signature shoe and apparel collection are well-balanced between style and function. by Manual Magazine Posted 17 Feb 2020
Exclusive / Object of Desire Object of Desire: New Balance Numeric — Westgate 913 Supportive, Durable and sharp looking. Fit for the skater with an out of this world flick. Brandon’s Signature Numeric shoe might just be the one for you. by Manual Magazine Posted 14 Feb 2020
News / Sneaker News Introducing The AVE Pro Featuring Vans’ Ultimate Waffle Cupsole Vans Pro Skate Celebrates Iconic Pro Skater Anthony Van Engelen’s Influential Career with New Signature Footwear and Apparel Collection by Manual Magazine Posted 26 Aug 2019
News / Sneaker News adidas Skateboarding x TYSHAWN 2018 Thrasher Skater of the Year, Tyshawn Jones, joins forces with adidas Skateboarding. Under the guidance of former pro-skater-cum-shoe-designer, Scott Johnston, they bring you a stellar mid-top debut. by Manual Magazine Posted 07 Jul 2019
News / Sneaker News A First Look at Elijah Berle’s New Pro Shoe from Vans The Berle Pro featuring Vans WaffleControl. Launching worldwide on February 9 by Manual Magazine Posted 06 Feb 2019
Exclusive / Object of Desire Quest Kara samples new Louie Lopez Pro Model Shoe Late last year Hawkes Bay local and Converse New Zealand rider, Quest Kara, made a trip up to Auckland for the weekend to test out the latest offering from Converse CONS – the Louie Lopez Pro Model shoe. by Manual Magazine Posted 10 Jan 2019