From Vans: OVERVIEW Gore-Tex® is devoted to creating products that provide maximum protection and comfort against the harshest weather conditions. Products engineered with Gore-Tex® fabric are guaranteed to provide superior performance, durability, breathability, and water protection—designed to guard you from the elements. Utilizing Gore-Tex® and suede uppers, the Gore-Tex® Sk8-Hi honors our legendary high top with a unique colorway and upgraded durability. This lace-up shoe also includes re-enforced toe caps, supportive padded collars, and signature rubber waffle outsoles. • Vans’ legendary high top, sidestripe shoe • Gore-Tex® and suede uppers for superior performance, durability, breathability, and water protection • Lace-up closure • Re-enforced toe caps • Supportive padded collars • Signature rubber waffle outsoles