King of Skaters and Seas: How Doobie Turned Vans Old Skool into a Legend
There are sneakers—and then there are sneakers with a legend. Here's one: French skater and fisherman Victor “Doobie” Pellegrin, a guy who looks like he can both grind and catch cod at sunset.
There are sneakers—and then there are sneakers with a legend. Here's one: French skater and fisherman Victor “Doobie” Pellegrin, a guy who looks like he can both grind and catch cod at sunset. This romantic from a village in southern France emerged from the sea foam to create something special—the Vans Doobie Skate Old Skool Net. These aren't just shoes; they're a myth wrapped in water-resistant suede.
Yes, you heard right. These sneakers fear neither rain, splashes, nor the curveballs life throws at your feet. Water-repellent suede upper, ultra-durable laces, 10-ounce canvas side panels—everything about these shoes says, "I'm here to win. Or at least escape problems in style." There's even a mesh stash pocket in the tongue. Why? Let's just say a real man always needs a place for secrets.
The sole is art. Real art. Illustrator Todd Francis designed a custom insole for the model. Because when you're a fairy-tale skate fisherman, your sneakers must be like a relic.
Indeed. There are shoes you buy because they're comfortable. And then there are those that make you want to step outside and become a character in a story. The Doobie Skate Old Skool Net is just that. And who knows—maybe you won't catch a single fish in them, but you'll definitely catch some looks.
So lace up, brother. History awaits its hero.
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