Vintage Runner's World Magazines 'Outstanding Shoes of 1979' insert - Page 2

Here’s another vintage insert from Runner's World Magazines with the first set of their 'Outstanding Shoes of 1979' and featuring various awesome vintage running shoes of the 1970s from EB Brutting, Etonic, New Balance, Nike, Osaga, Saucony, (Asics) Tiger, and Tred 2. The original authentic print version of this insert is available over at our RewindRunning.com shop. You can check out page 1 featuring vintage running shoes of the 1970s by adidas, Braun Bilt, Brooks, Converse, Diadora and EB Brutting here.

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TOP SHOES AT A GLANCE

Runner's World Magazines Outstanding Shoes of 1979

EB Brutting Sao Paulo

RW-5 Star (Men's Racing) RW-4

Etonic KM 501

RW-4 Star (Men's Training)

Etonic Lady Street Fighter

RW-4 Star (Women's Training)

Etonic Street Fighter

RW-4 Star (Men's Training)

New Balance Cross-Country

RW-4 Star (Men's Racing)

New Balance 320

RW-5 Star (Men's Training)

New Balance Trail

RW-5 Star (Men's Training) RW-5

New Balance Women 320

RW-5 Star (Women's Training)

Nike Elite

RW-5 Star (Men's Racing)

Nike Lady Waffle Trainer

RW-4 Star (Women's Training)

Nike LD-V

RW-5 Star (Men's Training)

Nike Roadrunner I

RW-4 Star (Men's Training)

Nike Senorita Cortez I

RW-4 Star (Women's Training)

Nike Sting

RW-4 Star (Men's Racing)

Nike Waffle Racer

RW-5 Star (Men's Racing)

Osaga Caliente

RW-4 Star (Men's Training)

Osaga Feather

RW-4 Star (Women's Training)

Saucony Dove II

RW-4 Star (Women's Training)

Saucony Hornet

RW-5 Star (Men's Training)

Saucony Ms Gripper

RW-4 Star (Women's Training)

Saucony Trainer 1980

RW-5 Star (Men's Training)

Tiger Enduro

RW-4 Star (Men's Training)

Tiger Tigress

RW-5 Star (Women's Training)

Tred 2 Lady Zephyr

RW-4 Star (Women's Training)

Saucony vintage 1979 sneaker ad for the Hornet and Trainer 1980 running shoes

Here’s a 1979 vintage sneaker ad for Saucony for the Hornet and Trainer 1980 running shoe models. This is from back in the day when sneakers were made in the USA. This original vintage Saucony print ad is available at our web store RewindRunning.com.

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Share the road with a runner! Saucony
Its no accident runners wear Saucony shoes!

RW5-Star ⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆

You can see why our "Share the road..:' bumper sticker is such a favorite with runners. Runners also know when Runners World Magazine gives shoes a "5 Star Rating" they have to be good. Saucony running shoes are. Another thing. You'll find Saucony priced well below other popular running shoes. That's because they're made by third and fourth generation American shoemakers. Craftsmen who know how to put a perfect running shoe together without charging run-away prices. Top quality at sensible prices. That's why it's no accident runners prefer Saucony running shoes. Try them. (For a FREE "Share the road..:' bumper sticker talk to your local sporting goods dealer or favorite running shop.)

HORNET New features include a seamless toe pattern and tighter fitting heel counter for better foot control. Still a tremendous value. Ranked #1 for rearfoot impact absorption. Available in widths. A,

TRAINER 1980 TRAINER 1980 The top of our line, designed for the serious runner. Unique slip-lasted construction means soft foam replaces the insole board. Extremely lightweight. Features grip-fit heel counter, seamless toe construction and stud-type sole. Ranked #1 for flexibility. In blue or tan.

Saucony
...performance you can't outrun.

A product of Hyde Athletic Industries, Inc.
432 Columbia Street, Cambridge, MA 02141

Saucony Hornet, Trainer 1980, Ms. Gripper and Dove II vintage sneaker ad

Here’s a 1979 vintage sneaker ad for Saucony featuring the Hornet, Trainer 1980, Ms. Gripper and Dove II vintage running shoe models. The Hornet and Trainer 1980 received Runner’s World 5-star honors.

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Not one, but two Saucony running shoes rated 5-Stars by Runner's World

Hornet — This Runners World 5-Star Shoe is listed as “an excellent shoe. Very good construction, excellent buy. We recommend this shoe highly." It was ranked #1 for rearfoot impact absorption

Trainer 1980 — Given a #1 ranking for flexibility, this Runner's World 5-Star Shoe was called "A brand new excellent shoe… We recommend this shoe." It’s made with soft foam replacing the insole board.

Ms. Gripper — Rated 4-Stars by Runner's World. “Excellent rearfoot cushioning." Saucony's second generation in a long line of fine women's running shoes.

Dove II — "Excellent rearfoot impact protection... " says Runner's World. "Best buy for the money. We recommend it." Rated an RW 4-Star Shoe.

Were pleased. But were not surprised: We've been making quality shoes in Kutztown since 1898. We know what it takes to make a shoe that provides maximum comfort and support. So we're not surprised that these two were given top ranking. Or that our two women's models are Runner's World 4-Star Shoes.

The only thing surprising about Saucony is our price. Each of our top-rated shoes is the lowest priced shoe of its type. But we're not about to sit back and rest on our stars. We're committed to old-fashioned pride of craftsman-ship. And we're dedicated to finding design improvements to make our top-rated shoes even better. So don't be surprised to find Saucony out in front. In the ratings ... and the running.

SAUCONY SHOE MFG. CO.,INC.
A Subsidiary of Hyde Athletic 'Industries, Inc.
12 Peach St . Kutztown, PA 19530 (215) 683-8711

Saucony Hornet 1978 vintage sneaker ad by athletic attic

Here’s a cool old 1978 vintage sneaker ad for the Saucony Hornet model running shoes. This original vintage Saucony Hornet sneaker print ad is available at our web store RewindRunning.com.

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Ms. Hornet

Hornet

The ‘Attic is full of Hornets.

Athletic Attic stores are loaded with Hornets these days. These top ranked shoes from Saucony were rated #1 for rearfoot impact absorption by Runner's World Magazine — and given a 5-Star rating. We recommend them highly, and a closer look at a Hornet will tell you why:
The added tongue and quarter, thick midsole wedge and herringbone outsole design combine to create a highly comfortable durable training flat.
The Ms. Hornet provides the same kind of outstanding performance for the female runner, and both men's and women's models are available in a wide variety of sizes. But our favorite Hornet feature is the very affordable price. It really takes the sting out of buying a top-rated running shoe! Visit your nearest Athletic Attic today. Things are buzzing!

saucony

Athletic Attic

Saucony Hornet and Ms Hornet 1979 vintage sneaker ad

We saw that Saucony recently put out a new Hornet model retro runner. Here’s a 1979 advertisement for the original Hornet and Ms. Hornet runners.

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To run right...run light
Try the Saucony Hornet or Ms. Hornet at The Athlete's Foot stores.

RW5 - Star *****
1979
Runner’s World Magazine

The Hornet has exceptional lightweight nylon uppers, thick midsole-wedge with a herringbone outsole design, and comes in widths. Rated No. 1 for rear foot impact absorption. The Ms. Hornet has a unique hinged-insole strip for flexibility, and features a seamless toe construction. At participating THE ATHLETE'S FOOT stores. No one knows the athlete's foot like The Athlete’s Foot.

Vintage kids sneaker comparison chart

Here's a comparison chart of highly rated kids trainers from 1981 featuring Adidas TRX, Autry Mach Ill, Brooks Kid Supreme, Hyde (Saucony) Jr. Hornet, Kid Power USA Sonic Track, Osaga Marathon, Puma Little Cat, Stride Rite Super-Z and Super-Z II. Adidas busted out the velour on those TRX.

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Manufacturers of children's running shoes have made tremendous strides in the last couple of years. These shoes are now, for the most part, small-scale images of their adult counterparts. 

Children's Training Shoes 

Manufacturer & Model Price Weight Special Features 

Adidas TRX Kid $22.95 140.8 g

Nylon upper w/velour parts; has ankle pad, padded heel collar and rigid heel-cup counter; foamed PVC insole. Heel width: 65 mm. Net heel lift: 9 mm. Thickness under ball of foot: 12 mm. Toe-box height: 18 mm. 

Autry Mach Ill $19.95 130 g

Nylon upper w/suede leather reinforce-ment; has ankle pad, padded heel collar and semi-rigid heel-cup counter; sponge rubber insole. Heel width: 62 mm. Net heel lift: 11 mm. Thickness under ball of foot: 15 mm. 

Brooks Kid Supreme $21.95 149.5 g

Nylon pak cloth upper w/blue suede trim; has ankle pad, padded heel collar and rigid heel-cup counter; terry-to-foam insole. Heel width: 64 mm. Net heel lift: 9 mm. Thickness under ball of foot: 10 mm. Toe-box height: 16 mm. 

Hyde (Saucony) Jr. Hornet $21.95 202.1 g

Nylon oxford cloth upper combined to foam and tricot; rigid heel-cup counter; fi-berboard insole. Heel width: 59 mm. Net heel lift: 14 mm. Thickness under ball of foot: 11 mm. Toe-box height: 15 mm. 

Kid Power USA Sonic Track $23.95—Yth. $24.95—Boys' 175.5 g

Nylon mesh upper w/suede; has ankle pad, padded heel collar and rigid heel-cup counter; insole is of 2-way stretch nylon over neoprene. Heel width: 61 mm. Net heel lift: 5 mm. Thickness under ball of foot: 11 mm. Toe-box height: 17 mm. 

Osaga Marathon $29.95 160.1 g

Nylon upper w/suede leather; has ankle pad, padded heel collar and rigid heel-cup counter; insole is 2-way stretch nylon over neoprene sponge. Heel width: 62 mm. Net heel lift: 16 mm. Thickness under ball of foot: 7 mm. Toe-box height: 26 mm. 

Puma Little Cat $19.95 186 g

Nylon upper w/suede leather; has ankle pad, padded heel collar and rigid heel-cup counter; texon fiber insole. Heel width: 64 mm. Net heel lift: 8 mm. Thickness under ball of foot: 10 mm. Toe-box height: 17 mm. 

Stride Rite Super-Z $24 166.8 g

Super-Z II $28 173.7 g 

Super-Z has 420 Denier nylon upper; Super-Z II has nylon mesh upper; both have ankle pad, padded heel collar and rigid heel-cup counter; both have Texon 507 3-iron in-sole. Heel width: (Super-Z) 60 mm; (Super-Z II) 60 mm. Net heel lift: (Super-Z) 15 mm; (Super-Z II) 14 mm. Thickness under ball of foot: (Super-Z) 11 mm; (Super-Z II) 10 mm. Toe-box height: (Super-Z) 21 mm; (Super-Z II) 22 mm.

Foot Locker 1980 vintage sneaker ad

Here's a 1980 vintage Foot Locker sneaker ad featuring the Spalding Super Flite 🔥 sneaker. I posted another ad with Reggie Jackson rockin' the Super Flites here. 

Run to Foot Locker before you dash off down the wrong path.

At Foot Locker, we'll make sure you get off on the right path with the proper shoes for your particular style of running.

Whether you're into jogging, track, cross-country—or just running around, everything's right at your feet at Foot Locker. We've got the biggest selection of the biggest names in men's and women's athletic shoes in America.

We've also got all the running accessories and clothing you'll need. That'll save you a lot of running around to different stores—so you can spend more time running where you want. Foot Locker. The run-away favorite.

Spalding Super Flite

Nike Tailwind

New Balance 620

Nike Tempest

Adidas Lady Orion

Saucony Hornet

Etonic Bonne Bell

Etonic Stabilizer

Nike Liberator

Nike Bermuda

Adidas Marathon 80

Nike Waffle Trainer II

Nike Daybreak

Adidas TRX Trainer

Brooks RT-1

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