Vans is releasing two stellar pairs of chukkas as part of their Spring 2009 line. They will feature an upper mixed of suede and leather. They will be available in black and bordeaux red colorways. Check back for an exact release date. [HighSnobiety]

Finally released in it’s entirety is the Vans Slayer Pack. The pack includes a Sk8 Hi, Slip-On and two pairs of Owens Hi’s. The Sk8 Hi and the Slip-On both have an all over design while the Owens Hi has both a black or white colorway with a large slayer logo on the heel. [HighSnobiety]

The Vans Low Cab Vulc is the result of scrapped improvements intended for the Half Cab. 3 Colorways are coming for Spring 2009 including red, blue and black. They are all a mix of suede and croc skin. [HighSnobiety]

Vans is releasing a new pack featuring the Authentic and Sk8 Hi models. At first glance they are a clean and simple blue and white sneaker. Take another look at the inside however and discover the checkered pattern lining the entire inner, and you will see what really makes these sneakers great. [SneakerNews]

Christian Hosoi, one of the best OG skaters in history, recently designed for Vans; The new Vans Sk8 Hi Vert Pro. Used on these kicks is premium full grain leather on its toe box and perforated leather on the side panels. The Vans Hosoi is available in red and black colorways as a way of looking back to the designer’s Christian Japanese-American heritage. On its tongue is the famous Hosoi Hammerhead Logo that the designer used through out his skating career. [sneakernews]