Back in the day the lure of the 70s "Running boom" was so strong that even REI dabbled in the running shoe game. Here's a 1979 vintage sneaker ad for their "Second Wind" running shoes. That double checkmark logo looks a little bit like the old PRO-Keds logo.
Ad info is below:
GET YOUR SECOND WIND
$19.95 ppd.
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R.E.I. Second Wind lightweight trainer.
Excellent for hard surfaces.
Black waffle sole.
Seamless toe pocket for blister-free racing.
Outstanding arch support and shock absorption.
Nylon uppers, reinforced leather heel and toe. Offer expires 9-15-79
❑ Men's sizes: 6-12, 13. #D50-700. Color: Dark blue, Weight per pair: 9:2 oz.
❑ Women's sizes: 4-10. #D50-702. Color: Light blue. Weight per pair: 7.15.5 oz.
❑ Send me your free, fat catalog.
❑ I want to be a member. Here's my $2.
Order easy by calling toll free. 1-800-426-4840. Alaska and Hawaii call 800-426-4770. Washington State call 1-800-562-4894.
Name
Address
City State Zip
REI
Recreational Equipment Inc.
Seattle-Portland-Berkeley-Los Angeles- Anchorage-Minneapolis
The Original Outdoor Co-op—Est. 1938
P.O. Box C88127, Seattle, WA 98188