Saucony 1977 Speedstar and Streak vintage spiked track shoes

Here’s a rare piece of Saucony history from 1977 featuring their Speedstar and Streak model spiked track and field runners. This original vintage Saucony sneaker print ad is available at our web store Rewind Running.

Ad info is below:

Saucony's new track spikes weigh less and cost less than the foreign makes ... but they aren't as good. THEY'RE BETTER.

8828 SPEEDSTAR

8828 SPEEDSTAR - Designed for distance, ideal for many T&F events. Weight: 53/4 oz. with spikes. Running heel double cushioned for comfort & safety. Durable 3-ply nylon upper \Ai/supportive suede. Chevron spike plate. Firm heel counter. Shank support. Padded ankle collar, tongue & Achilles tendon protector. Blue w/white Saucony SupportStripe. Sizes 6-13, 14.

ALSO MADE FOR WOMEN: 8824 SCAT--Sizes 5-11.

8830 STREAK- The ultimate sprint shoe. Weight: 51/2 oz. with spikes. Durable 3-ply nylon upper w/ supportive suede. Chevron spike plate. Padded ankle collar, tongue & Achilles tendon protector. Firm heel counter. Shank support. Extra heel padding. White w/ dyeable suede Saucony SupportStripe. Sizes 3-13, 14.

8830 STREAK

CHEVRON CLAW SPIKE PLATE provides maximum traction. 33 chevron-shaped claws are scientifically patterned on a tough, lightweight nylon bed with 7 receptacles. Shoes come with 6 inter-changeable position needle-point steel spikes (12 mm.) and one plug (I,A.A.F. specification). This design has proven most effective in maintaining maximum balanced traction on regular or synthetic track surfaces, wet or dry.

Saucony sports shoes: quality crafted in the U.S.A. Check them out.

saucony SHOE MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC.

A Subsidiary of Hyde Athletic Industries, Inc. 12 Peach St-, Kutztown, Pennsylvania 19530 (215) 683-8711

AAU Front Runner 1978 vintage sneaker ad

Here's a 1978 sneaker illustration advertisement for the AAU 'Front Runner' and another old school shoe once again donning the 4 stripes. If you want to check out a couple of pairs of AAU vintage sneakers we posted them here and here.

​Ad info is below:

AAU SHOES

TRAINING SHOES
FOR MEN ON THE MOVE
The shoe that carries the emblem of the Amateur Athletic Union of the United States. 

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AAU FRONT RUNNER

They're way out in front, leading with style and comfort all the way to the finish line. Shock absorbing wide flange tongue — all to make you feel more comfortable in the long runs. Durable nylon and suede leather upper. Men's, boys', youths' and child's sizes in royal blue with yellow stripes. Men's and boys' sizes in green with yellow stripes.

AVAILABLE AT FINE DEPARTMENT STORES AND SHOE STORES EVERYWHERE

Distributed by
INTERMARK SHOE COMPANY 
A Division of International Seaway Trading Corporation
1382 West 9th 9treet Cleveland, Ohio 44113

Etonic Eclipse 1980 vintage racing flat ad

Here's a 1980 ad for the Etonic Eclipse racing flat. The original vintage ad is available at our Rewind Running web store.

Ad info is below:

THE ECLIPSE RACING FLAT. NOW-YOU CAN TEST THE INNER LIMITS. 

In your race against time, you want a shoe that saves you precious seconds. The new Etonic Eclipse Racing Flat is a lightweight, flexible performer that helps yqu run the race you trained for.

A mere 7 ounces in size 8, the Eclipse is streamlined in all important areas. Our breathable oxi-mesh nylon upper is larninated to a special foam and perforated nylon tricot for light, cool racing comfort. The sole is a tough, dual rulbber compourid with two different treads. It provides lightweight cushioning throughout, and has a unique heel strike insert for extra durability.

Constructed on a, new specially designed last, the Etonic Eclipse better positions the foot for competitive running and features the Etonic rear-foot lacing system to give you greater control.

Add the Dr. Rob Roy McGregor* one-piece heel and arch support* that cushions the force of heel strike, and a non-stretch Etonic side bar for lateral support, and you've got a lightweight, high-performance racing flat worthy of the name Etonic.

Interested in eclipsing your best time? It's up to you. And Eclipse.

Etonic
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