VANS Bearcat are some of the best skate style leisure shoes on the market today. VANS first started making shoes in 1966. By the late 1970's they had become adopted by skateboarders and they have been making skate style shoes ever since. Superior cushioning in these VANS Bearcat shoes ensures the heel, tongue and foot bed are really comfortable. Featuring a combination faux-suede and canvas upper with contrasting stitching VANS Bearcat is the cool answer for sport and leisure. A sturdy rubber outer sole makes every step a safe one. A handsome shoe VANS Bearcat defies the opposition.