The Vans Skate Half Cab Shoes in Black & White. The Vans Skate Half Cab—a legendary skate silhouette—has been redesigned for ultimate performance. Originally crafted for skating icon Steve Caballero, this upgraded version delivers enhanced durability, grip, and boardfeel to support maximum progression. Featuring a fully revised upper, molded heel counter, and locked-in tongue straps, it ensures a secure, breathable fit where skaters need it most. The DURACAP™ underlay boosts durability, while the two-part foxing with a reinforced toe knurl enhances board control. SICKSTICK™ rubber compound provides unparalleled grip, and POPCUSH™ sockliners offer superior cushioning and impact protection. Finished with Steve Caballero’s signature branding, this Half Cab combines timeless style with the high-performance features skaters demand. Skateboarding, impact cushioning, next-level grip. A heritage skate style upgraded for enhanced performance, Steve Caballero’s signature Half Cab has been redesigned to deliver more of what skaters need to enable maximum progression. Made with a fully revised upper, molded heel counter, locked-in tongue straps, and a recut of the DURACAP™ underlay, the Half Cab offers an essential fit that is more breathable and durable where skaters need it most. The two-part foxing, featuring a tougher toe knurl, ensures heightened board contact, and the redesigned gum rubber sole that made Vans famous has been further elevated with the SICKSTICK™ rubber compound plus an internal heel shank to deliver more grip, more boardfeel, more support, and more durability. Along with a new sidewall finish, POPCUSH™ sockliners for superior cushioning and impact protection, and Steve’s classic branding label, the new Half Cab gives you the iconic look you want—with all the performance benefits that real skaters demand. It is made with sturdy suede and canvas uppers.