The Vans Sk8-Hi in Black/True White launched in 1978 as Style 38 — the second Vans to carry the Sidestripe, and the first skate shoe to run the collar up over the ankle for padding where skaters kept catching their boards. Sturdy canvas upper in black/true white with a reinforced toe cap for repeated wear High-top collar with padding around the ankle, the Sk8-Hi's founding idea The signature Sidestripe running the sidewall Padded collar and heel counter for support with flexibility Order the usual kids size and leave a thumb's width of growing room
Style Variants
Available Colors: black/true white
Size Reference for Vans | Preschool (PS) High-Top
Available Sizes: US 1 Little Kid
