A Puffy 90s Style Inspired by the Past, But Built for Today
The Knu Skool is a modern interpretation of a classic 90s style, defined by its puffed up tongue and 3D-molded Sidestripe™, and tied off with oversized, chunky laces. With its in-your-face profile and dramatic style details, the Knu Skool plays off of the original Old Skool™ while blending an icon of the past with today’s trends.
A Puffy 90s Style Inspired by the Past, But Built for Today
The Knu Skool is a modern interpretation of a classic 90s style, defined by its puffed up tongue and 3D-molded Sidestripe™, and tied off with oversized, chunky laces. With its in-your-face profile and dramatic style details, the Knu Skool plays off of the original Old Skool™ while blending an icon of the past with today’s trends.
Inspired by the VICKKA training type shoe released in the 1980s, the original sole was designed to increase stability against complex movements during training and updated to skateboard specifications. The forefoot of the upper uses a one-piece construction to reduce the risk of peeling. Based on the analysis of the movement of skateboarding competitions, the insole is designed with different hardness on the inside and outside, and the punching hole is provided to promote the inner center of gravity, thereby increasing the sense of stability on the board. The heel area incorporates GEL technology for excellent cushioning comfort. The classic design makes it easy to match not only the skateboarding scene but also various styles of everyday life.
Inspired by the VICKKA training type shoe released in the 1980s
Original sole designed to increase stability against complex movements during training
Customized to skateboard specifications
Forefoot of the upper uses a one-piece construction to reduce the risk of peeling
Insole designed with different hardness on the inside and outside based on skateboarding competition movement analysis
Punching hole insole provided to promote inner center of gravity for increased stability
Heel area incorporates GEL technology for excellent cushioning comfort
The Skate Classics: Built Extra Tough on the Inside for Skateboarding
Completely redesigned for modern skateboarding, the Skate Classics collection delivers more of what skateboarders need to enable maximum progression. A vulcanized shoe made with classic suede uppers, the Skate Half Cab gives you the iconic look you want while bringing all the performance benefits skateboarders demand.
INCREASED DURABILITY - DURACAP™ reinforced materials, deeper knurl texture on the toe bumpers, and higher sidewall heights provide a heritage look with increased durability and protection.
FULLY REDESIGNED UPPERS - Reconstructed with a molded heel counter and internal tongue straps for a locked-in fit and more board control.
POPCUSH™ CUSHIONING - Our best cushioning and impact protection. PopCush™ energy return footbeds protect your feet while helping to lessen leg fatigue for longer skate sessions.
Vu honors New Balance's Baltimore legacy with the 440v2 skate shoe, inspired by the 990v3. Grey reflects 990 colorways and Baltimore architecture, with orange nods to the Orioles. Chess-themed insoles highlight Baltimore's chess history.
The NB Numeric 440 V2 blends leading edge technology with soft cushioning to create a go-to shoe for both everyday skate and wear. A foam wedge in the heel helps enhance comfort, while a reinforced toe helps absorb wear and tear from skateboarding.
REVlite midsole
Genuine Gum rubber or N-durance® rubber outsole
N-durance® rubber foxing tape for additional abrasion resistance