Here’s a 1980s vintage sneaker ad by Big 5 Sporting Goods for their in house ‘Fives’ sneaker brand. The sneakers featured in this ad are the ‘New Frontier,’ ‘Sundancer’ and ‘Cadet.’ This original vintage ad is for sale over at our vintage RewindRunning.com shop.
Ad info is below:
FIVES ...THE NAME OF THE GAME!
SHOES FOR RUNNING AND FITNESS…
Top quality shoes loaded with outstanding innovative features and unique high technology design!
men's 'NEW FRONTIER', ladies' 'SUNDANCER' (not shown) feature nylon mesh & suede leather uppers. Ultra-light-weight, long-wearing J-3 air blown wave pattern outsole - perfect for road or cross-country surfaces. Cushion 'Litelon' midsole & wedge for exceptional shock absorbency. Removable cushion bio-flex insole, double-stitched double reinforced heel counter provides optimal stability and minimizes excessive pronation. Leather saddle for greater stability and sway bar open toe construction for comfort and long wear. 19.99
youth's 'CADET', a full-featured performance running shoe or all-around knock-around shoe features two adjustable velcro fasteners, nylon taffeta and suede leather uppers, sturdy heel counter and tough long -wearing outersole. 15.99
AVAILABLE AT ALL
BIG 5 SPORTING GOODS
STORES THROUGHOUT CALIFORNIA