Shortly after its debut in 1979, the Style 98 was embraced by BMX riders and skaters, particularly in Southern California. The shoe became a symbol of rebellion, independence, and youth—a status solidified over the years as it appeared in fashion, music, and film. The Premium Slip-On 98 Shoes reintroduce original details such as a shorter vamp, a lower ankle collar, a higher heel collar, and glossier sidewalls.

- Full-grain leather lining on the inner collar
- Woven flag label
- Higher sidewall with glossy finish
- Raised edge with original Osnaburg reinforcement from the 1990s
- Sola Foam All-Day-Comfort (ADC), anti-fatigue, 30% bio-based material