Octopus is a surfer-owned-and-run company with no big investors, no one to answer to, and no rules to follow, Octopus is the best in the game when it comes to surfboard traction, bags, grips, and leashes. With shared team riders Mikey February, Dylan Graves, and Harry Bryant, it was high time for a collaboration between two rule-breaking brands committed to seamlessly blending style and performance – and never compromising one for the other. High-tops changed the sneaker game, and the Vans Style #38 was at the forefront of the revolution. Now beloved as the Sk8-Hi sneaker, this legendary high-top shoe blazed trails from the beginning. The sturdy suede and corduroy uppers allow for maximum attitude. The foundation? Say hello to reinforced toe caps, supportive padded collars, and our signature rubber waffle outsoles. This classic Sk8-Hi shoe is as innovative today as it was in 1978, and every bit as groundbreaking. Tapping into our heritage, the Sk8-Hi has it all. Legendary high-top, Sidestripe™ shoe Durable suede and canvas uppers Lace-up closure Reinforced toe caps Supportive padded collars Signature rubber waffle outsoles Classic Sk8-Hi®