The Kingpin Vulc reinterprets the puffy classic Kingpin in a vulcanized sole format. It sheds some bulk for a slimmer profile while still featuring a padded tongue and collar (though less overstuffed than the original). The iconic elements remain: the subtle “E” logo details and a generally straightforward design. With a vulcanized construction, the Kingpin Vulc offers improved boardfeel and flexibility compared to its cupsole predecessor, making it more suitable for technical skating. It’s essentially an old-school look adapted to modern skate functionality, keeping the nostalgia but increasing the nimbleness underfoot.