Scene Setting

A late-evening skate spot. Streetlights halo over cracked concrete. You slide one foot into the Half Cab Wafflecup (Black/Asphalt) and feel the grip snap into place. Ready for flicks, gaps, or just rolling into night.

Product Description

The Half Cab Wafflecup fuses the heritage of Steve Caballero’s iconic mid-top with next-level performance tech. Gone is the trade-off between support and boardfeel — Vans' Wafflecup construction integrates cupsole stability with the flick and responsiveness of vulcanized design. The upper blends suede and textile overlays with breathable mesh zones, offering structure without sacrificing airflow. Underfoot, you get SickStick™ rubber (Vans’ sticky compound), reinforced Duracap™ in high friction areas, and PopCush™ footbeds for impact absorption. A hidden stash pocket nestles in the tongue, a nod to skate rituals. Every detail signals that this is not just a reissue, but an evolution.

Highlights & Technical Notes

• Construction: Wafflecup™ – combines cupsole strength + vulcanized boardfeel 

• Upper Materials: Suede + textile panels with mesh for ventilation 

• Rubber Compound: SickStick™ — high-grip proprietary rubber

• Reinforcements: DURACAP™ overlays in abrasion zones (toe bumpers, sidewalls) 

• Cushioning / Insole: PopCush™ removable insole for shock absorption

• Extras: Hidden stash pocket in tongue 

• Style & Fit: Mid-top Half Cab silhouette; Black / Asphalt colorway