END. Take Vans Skydiving With the LX Old Skool 136 'Parachute'

Iconic So-Cal skating brand are having a ripper start to 2025, with the debut of their reinforced and the landing scores of 100 each from the judges, aka the Vans community. Now, the flagship model is getting another rework, this time with sneaker boutique The duo has used vintage military parachutes as the inspiration for their design, dubbing it the ‘Parachute’ LX Old Skool 136 (disclaimer: these are not suitable to replace a real parachute when jumping out of a plane).

Starting with the veteran Old Skool 36 base, END. and Vans have mainly communicated their inspiration via the materials with nylon ripstop uppers giving off parachute vibes. Smooth suede overlays on the Jazz Stripe, heels, eyestays and toes complement the textures, and the iteration is rendered in white and cream for a uniformed and clean look. Lastly, the foxing has been raised higher onto the upper and around the top of the toe for compact aesthetics. Co-branding features on the insole and heel pull and the pairs come in a specially designed box that serves as a collector’s item.

The END. x Vans LX Old Skool 136 ‘Parachute’ raffle is open right now for entries and closes on February 20, so get in quick if you want to cop a pair.

For more on the Vans Old Skool, to read up about how it evolved from a Southern Californian skate staple to a global symbol of creative revolt.