Going against the grain seems to come natural for the 26-year-old.

Having been one of the fastest team members in Vans history to secure a signature shoe, it should come as no surprise that Oklahoma native and street skating lord Kyle Walker’s second kick is already turning heads. Thrasher’s Skater Of The Year 2016 has gone for a clean white/mint colourway that not only looks rad, but is also guaranteed* to make you skate as good as him.

*this may not be guaranteed.

For the Kyle Walker Pro 2, he specifically requested WaffleCup technology, the best combination of vulcanized flick and board feel in the forefoot, support in the midfoot and heel, and rugged durability. Add to that equation PopCush, the highest level of impact cushioning with better energy return, and Duracap’s extra reinforcement. Honestly, it sounds like the comfiest kick you’ll ever own.

“My main inspiration was to make something that really just wasn’t the typical Vans shoe,” Kyle said. “I love the Slip-On and when I first got on Vans I only wore those, so this shoe combines features of my first shoe with a Slip-On and has more of an elegant look that a normal skate shoe wouldn’t have.”

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