# Sherpa Skate Shoes Vans Sk8 Mid Fur Help Boarders Keep Warm In Cold Weather By Christina Butty | Published 2009-10-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-sk8-mid-fur References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2009/10/20/vans-sk8-mid-fur/) & [zozo.jp](http://zozo.jp/shop/flauge/goods.html?gid=508937&cid=2327&pno=1&rid=1011) Available at a Vans retailer near you in the near future is the Sk8 Mid Fur. As part of the Fall/Winter 2009 Collection Vans Surf collection, these kicks have the fuzziness of sherpa boots mixed with the comfort of skater shoes. The Vans Sk8 Mid Fur come in three colors, black, beige and navy. It will be fun to see skaters wearing these in the cold months because they are certainly a deviation from the regular offerings. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Cold-weather Skate Shoes:** The Sherpa skate shoes from Vans provide warmth and comfort for skateboarders in cold weather. - **Winter Collection:** The Fall/Winter 2009 Collection from Vans introduces the Sk8 Mid Fur shoes with sherpa fur for extra warmth. - **Alternative Skate Footwear:** The Sk8 Mid Fur shoes from Vans offer a unique and cozy alternative to traditional skate shoes. ### Who This Affects Most - **Skateboarding Apparel:** The Sherpa skate shoes from Vans cater to the needs of skateboarders who want functional and stylish footwear for cold weather conditions. - **Athletic Footwear:** The Sk8 Mid Fur shoes from Vans expand the options for athletes and outdoor enthusiasts seeking footwear designed for colder climates. - **Winter Fashion:** The Vans Fall/Winter 2009 Collection introduces the Sk8 Mid Fur shoes, providing winter fashion options for footwear enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Suede Skate Clog-Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harbor-mule-v3.md) - [Fuzzy Textural Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hairy-nike-sb-dunk.md) - [Winter-Ready Skateboard Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-old-skool-premium-goretex.md) - [Fashion-Inspired Skate Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-skool-36-souvenir.md) - [Weatherproof Skateboard Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-lx-old-skool-36-goretex.md) - [Sophisticated Tassel-Detailed Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carver-sneaker.md) - [Fuzzy Blue Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunk-low-abominable-snowman.md) - [Vibrant Rugged Skate Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-varsity-collection.md) - [Hybrid Skate Slip-On Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erap-shoe.md)