The Xtreme Academy championship riders, which are competing in five countries in the Academy’s inaugural year, now have the opportunity to win themselves a set of Vans shoes, apparel and accessories in addition to a heap load of other exciting prizes. Having had associated with leading riders across the globe, this new deal with the Xtreme Academy marks Vans’ commitment to nurturing young talent.

Vans was established in 1966 in Anaheim, California by Paul Van Doren, who manufactured shoes and sold them directly to the public. As the original action sports footwear company, Vans’ support of riding dates back for more than 40 years. From the early days of skate and surf to the rise of BMX, snowboarding and motocross, Vans has been right there, offering a comprehensive line of footwear and apparel for the ever-progressing action sports community.

Honda Motor Europe welcomes Vans in being apart of the Xtreme Academy, which this year is taking place in the UK, Italy, Sweden, Finland and South Africa for riders contesting the CRF 150R. The national series created by Honda aims to educate young racers on a fourstroke machine, and develop future stars of the sport with its exciting initiatives including training with former World Champion, John Van Den Berk.

To register interest or find out more information about the project please visit: www.hondaproracing.com.

Roger Harvey: Honda Motor Europe Off-road Manager
“It’s great that we can bring on board iconic and exciting brands such as Vans to support our Xtreme Academy project. Vans is a well-known and celebrated brand in the youth market, so I’m sure this will add even more excitement for the competitors in each country. The youngsters that are part of our project in developing talent aboard a fourstroke machine are certainly going to be rewarded well, and its positive for us that a company as interesting as Vans also wishes to support youth racing in off-road. I look forward to working with Vans with our exciting new relationship.”

Jeremy De Maillard: Vans Marketing Director EMEA
“The Vans brand is rooted in boards and bikes, so it's logical for us to continue supporting motocross. We're proud to partner with Honda's new initiative in the quest to find and nurture new talent in off-road racing. We are looking forward to the season ahead and to supply Vans footwear and apparel to the winners of the competitions.”