Paul Basagoitia Double Backflip and 2012 Teva Bike Shoe Line 3

Leave it to Paul Basagoitia to keep a video like this on the DL for as long as he did! Traveling to the desert hills of the Southwest, Paul was able to turn a dream into reality by putting down one of the heaviest stunts ever done on a mountain bike, a double backflip on natural terrain. WOW!

Paul, the newest Teva team member drops a double flip and Teva drops some new kicks. Teva is really expanding their bike shoe line for 2012. The shoes below feature the same pedal-friendly sole as the original Links, but come in a variety of designs and styles. Expect these to hit the shelves later this summer. These are just a handful of colors and styles on the way from Teva.

Vital is lucky enough to have some of the new Crank mid shoes in our hands (or should I say on our feet) and are stoked to give a thorough thrashing. Stay tuned...





Teva Crank Mid and Low Specs and Info

• Spider365 Rubber sole will hold its grip in all kinds of environments
• PedalLINK outsole was designed specifically to interface with the unique platform of a bike pedal
• Aggressive tread designs at the toe and heel will grip the dirt when you’re hoofin’ it
• Stiff and stable outsole that has been tuned for riding
UPPER • Suede and mesh
CONSTRUCTION • Board lasted
MIDSOLE • Compression molded EVA
SOCKLINER • Die cut EVA
OUTSOLE OMPOUND • Spider365 rubber


Teva Links Mid Specs and Info
• Spider365 Rubber sole will hold its grip in all kinds of environments
• A heel stabilizer keeps your foot centered and in control
• PedalLINK outsole was designed specifically to interface with the unique platform of abike pedal
• Aggressive tread designs at the toe and heel will grip the dirt when you’re hoofin’ it
• Waterproof upper materials can handle getting wet
• A soft Shoc Pad™ in the heel gives you serious shock absorption
• A Mush® Infused Insole brings the absurd comfort of our flip flops into a shoe
• A rubberized grid over the toe area is a breathable armor that prevents puncture or ripping.
• Strong plastic wraps around the back of the shoe to protect your heel
• A tough toe bumper protects your toes from rocks as you ride
• A minimal design on the part of the shoe closest to the crank keeps it from catching while you ride
• Extra padding around the ankle for protection
• Breathable mesh around the ankle keeps your foot from overheating
UPPER • Synthetic leather and mesh
CONSTRUCTION • Strobel
MIDSOLE • Compression molded EVA
SUPPORT • Glass-filled nylon shank
SOCKLINER • Molded Mush Infused EVA
OUTSOLE COMPOUND • Spider365 rubber

Teva Joyride Mid and Low Specs and Info
• Spider365 Rubber sole will hold its grip in all kinds of environments
• PedalLINK outsole was designed specifically to interface with the unique platform of a bike pedal
• Aggressive tread designs at the toe and heel will grip the dirt when you’re hoofin’ it
• Waterproof upper materials can handle getting wet
• The gusseted tongue keeps water out
• A Mush® Infused Insole brings the absurd comfort of our flip flops into a shoe
• A rubber bumper will protect your toes
• A minimal upper design gives you all you need and nothing more
• Waterproof leather upper
UPPER • Waterproof leather
CONSTRUCTION • Strobel
MIDSOLE • Compression molded EVA
SOCKLINER • Molded Mush Infused EVA
OUTSOLE COMPOUND • Spider365 rubber


Teva Roller Specs and Info
• Spider365 Rubber sole will hold its grip in all kinds of environments
• PedalLINK outsole was designed specifically to interface with the unique platform of a bike pedal
• Aggressive tread designs at the toe and heel will grip the dirt when you’re hoofin’ it
• A Mush® Infused Insole brings the absurd comfort of our flip flops into a shoe
• A minimal upper design gives you all you need and nothing more
• Leather and suede upper
UPPER • Leather
CONSTRUCTION • Strobel
MIDSOLE • Compression molded EVA
SOCKLINER • Molded Mush Infused EVA
OUTSOLE COMPOUND • Spider365 rubber