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Twelve bicyclists who wear the evolving Vans in an unchanging style.
VANS and BIKE GO WELL TOGETHER.

Twelve bicyclists who wear the evolving Vans in an unchanging style.

Vans" are known for their skate shoes. This image is not mistaken, but if you look at the feet of the coolest bicyclists on the street, you will notice that a high percentage of them are wearing "Vans" shoes. They have a design that is ageless, a structure that can handle intense action, and a one-of-a-kind personality that "looks good even when it's falling apart. These qualities are not only appealing to skaters, but also to cyclists who wear sneakers hard. In recent years, sneakers equipped with the latest technology have been released one after another with dramatically improved functionality. This time, 12 bicyclists collaborated with the new "SLIP ON," "OLD SKOOL," and "SK8-HI" released from the "Vans BMX Collection," which feature the "Wafflecup BMX" cupsole construction and rubber pedal guards. See the snapshots of their individuality competing with each other, wearing the evolving Vans with their unchanging style.

Style 09
TAIKI/BMX Rider

Born in Fukuoka, Japan, he is a member of HOODS CREW. After moving to Tokyo, he joined Shibuya local 150S-TOWN and became one of the riders of the popular bicycle store W-BASE.
Instagram:@taikyyy39

Q1. What is your image or memory of "Vans"?

I've been wearing Vans for a long time now, and the softness is what I find most flattering. . I also like the feeling of being able to grip the pedals with my feet.

Q2: How do you feel about the new "OLD SKOOL" model?

The Wafflecup sole is stronger than ever, and the design is stylish without being too sporty.

Q3. what is your favorite bicycle?

The frames are by "WETHEPEOPLE" and the parts are by "ECLAT" brand. . I am conscious of the overall simple appearance, and I imagine that I can add my own unique scratches to it.

Q4. what kind of fashion do you like?

. I like fashion that is sleek but not too clean. BMX riders in California are like that , maybe similar to my taste in bicycles.

Q5. Where would you like to go by bicycle?

Park in a park with lots of nature. I feel like going there on my days off because I can ride comfortably during the daytime . I often go to the park in Setagaya Park , which is nice and cool because the trees block the sun.

INFORMATION

VANS JAPAN

Phone: 03-3476-5624
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