James Capps.

The Sheffield.

James is from Boise, Idaho and grew up in Oregon. He moved down to SF and then LA for skateboarding. Based on his Transworld Check Out from 2012, some of his favorite skaters are Stefan Janoski, Josh Mathews, and John Cardiel. At that time he was on flow for Organika, DC, Spitfire, and Fourstar. In the years since, James has turned pro for Chocolate. He enjoys camping.

Even though it was basically the same as Lakai's popular Manchester model, the Sheffield was somehow a better shoe. I can't really explain it. I was a little disappointed when they discontinued the design and brought back the Manchester. I had a few pairs of Sheffields. I still have one ratty pair I'll wear around the garage.

Ben Colen took the photograph.

For the info: Transworld - July 2012 Volume 30 Number 7

Thrasher - August 2017 Volume 38 Number 8