The shoes you buy again and again. The Vans Sk8-Hi Youth shoes are a tried and true classic skate shoe that influences style and culture across the globe. These classic skate shoes feature a padded collar for comfort, reinforced toecaps for support, and can withstand wear and tear. Lace-up high-top. Sturdy canvas and leather upper. Re-enforced toecaps for wear and tear. Padded collars for support. Vulcanized sole for increased flexibility. Vans original Waffle outsole for grip and traction. Imported.