Introducing the AVE 2.0, Our Most Technically Advanced Skate Shoe Ever

The Vans AVE 2.0, introduced in March 2024, is a skate shoe engineered for high-performance skateboarding. Key technical features include:

Upper Construction:

Material: A combination of suede and knit uppers offers durability and comfort.

Breathability: Mesh panels on the sides, heel, and tongue enhance airflow, keeping feet cool during intense sessions.

Reinforcements: RapidWeld construction provides a lightweight, rip-resistant build by fusing materials seamlessly.

Support and Fit:

Collar and Liner: Padded collars and mesh liners deliver enhanced support and comfort.

Heel and Midfoot Support: A clear TPU midfoot cage wraps under the midsole, offering structural support, while an external TPU heel clip adds stability.

Cushioning and Sole:

Midsole: The UltraCush midsole cushions impacts, providing a balance between boardfeel and comfort.

Outsole: The UltimateWaffle sole, made of SickStick rubber, ensures superior grip, flex, and stability.

Durability Features:

Toe and Eye Stay Reinforcements: Duracap reinforces key areas to handle heavy wear and protect against grip tape abrasion.

Lacing System: A lower RapidWeld eyestay provides durability and familiar flick.

Anthony Van Engelen is always pushing the boundaries of skateboarding. Together, Vans and AVE have consistently delivered our most progressive skate shoes, and his latest pro model is our most uncompromised yet. Featuring Vans UltimateWaffle sole, the AVE 2.0 pulls from decades of footwear innovation to set a new standard by combining added grip and cushioning with unrivaled support and an engineered knit upper that provides a precision fit, enabling skaters to keep pushing the boundariesjust like AVE.

• ULTIMATE GRIP – Our UltimateWaffle sole is built with SickStick rubber for uncompromised durability, support, and the perfect grip for skateboarding.
• PRECISION FIT – The newly engineered knit tech upper gives the AVE 2.0 a sock-like fit while the molded TPU heel and midfoot add stability and support.
• BOARDFEEL + CUSHIONING – Our resilient UltraCush midsole combines with the UltimateWaffle for the perfect combination of boardfeel and cushioning.
• REINFORCED FOR SKATEBOARDING – We added our innovative RAPIDWELD no-sew construction to the DURACAP-lined suede in high-wear areas to provide lasting protection from griptape.
• TPU SUPPORT – The clear TPU piece (visible along the midfoot) adds lightweight and long-lasting support, while providing a clear view of the UltimateWaffle construction.