Created in 1966 by Paul Van Doren in California, the Vans off the wall brand became the symbol of skateboarders and later of an entire generation. Paul and his partners had succeeded in conquering the world of skateboarders with their Sneakers. The brand was then called Van Doren Rubber Company. The brand has specialized in a fairly thick sole that resists well to the movements of skaters. Vans models no longer proliferate only in skate parks, but also in high schools and colleges. The brand cre