The Vans Bearcat Skate Shoe is available in Black Dark Gum. Leather upper The Bearcat growls, but it doesn't bite. That's because it's built specifically for comfort & support even during the harshest use. A look inspired by some of our favorite skate shoe models & a stitched sidestripe logo compliment performance features like reinforced blucher eyerows, supportive die-cut EVA midsoles, & vulcanized rubber soles.