When It Rains, Vans’ Mighty GORE-TEX Sneaker Still Shines

Double Tap to ZoomSneakersVans' Black Crosspath XC GORE-TEX Looks Good, Rain or ShineRain or shine, the Vans Crosspath XC GORE-TEX looks good either way.It's an all-terrain, all-weather kind of shoe to begin with. It's equipped with waterproof GORE-TEX uppers, which is like having an umbrella for your feet. It also features Vibram outsoles (yellow badge included), durable enough to grip the crunchy trails and pretty much whatever surface it encounters.The Crosspath XC is outdoor-ready and then some, to say the least. But it also just plain cool.It helps that Vans continues to drop nice colorways for the Crosspath XC GORE-TEX (and pretty much all of the other Crosspath models).Your Highsnobiety privacy settings have blocked this Instagram post.Even the "Black" Crosspath isn't your typical black trail model. It mixes in some grey and silver accents, which brings not only some shine to the design but to the trails.For those looking to cop, the Vans Crosspath XC GORE-TEX "Black" sneakers are now available on Vans' website for $180.Highsnobiety has affiliate marketing partnerships, which means we may receive a commission from your purchase. Want to shop the products our editors actually love? Visit HS Shopping for recs on all things fashion, footwear, and beauty.We RecommendVans’ Chocolate Skate Loafer Is Redefining Business CasualVans' Simple Authentic Sneaker Trades the Skatepark For the Tennis CourtVans' Transparent Slip-on Bares It AllVans’ Plush “Birkenstock” Mules Are Skate Shoes Gone SoftVans’ Wallabee-Flavored Skate Sneaker Brings a Little Class to the ConcreteWhat To Read Next16 Years Later, Nike’s Oreo-Themed Air Jordans Still Hit the SpotNike’s Air Max Dress Shoe Is Elegance in MotionJapan’s Expert on Literal Workwear Is Finally Getting LoudTravis Scott’s “Odyssey” Nikes Are Sneakers That Will Never BeStone Island Does Jamaican Dancehall Concerts Now, TooCrocs Is Doubling Down on Its Dorky, Gorpy Trail Sneakers