Bob Wolf Super Pro Ultras 1980 'Natural High' vintage sneaker ad

Here’s a 1980 vintage sneaker ad for the Bob Wolf Super Pro Ultra running shoes. This original vintage Bob Wolf Super Pro sneaker print ad is available at our web store Rewind Running.

Ad info is below:

WOLF SHOES
A NATURAL HIGH

You run a lot, so you probably run through a lot of shoes which makes jogging an expensive sport. That's why Bob Wolf Super Pro Ultras are designed to give you a real value for your money. Bob Wolf knows running is tough business. So naturally, his shoes are built tough, with all the cushioning, support, and flexibility needed to ease you over miles of pavement and uneven terrain. What a lift! When you shop for running shoes, compare. You will be very impressed with the high-quality yet, reasonably-priced Ultra by Bob Wolf. We'll give you a run for your money!
Bob Wolf Associates, Inc 'PO Box 1490, 15421 Assembly Lane, Huntington Beach, CA 9264/ (714) 891-3523.

Wilson Bata archive 1979 vintage sneaker models

This is not a print ad but instead from the 1979 Wilson Bata catalog. It features their Mesa, Kopi, Tamaron, Leisure shoe and Pacer Jogger models.

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FASTRAK Flex-26W 1979 vintage running shoes ad

Fastrak started out with some similar-to-adidas 3 stripe logo sneakers but eventually added the 4th stripe. This brand always delivered with trippy retro advertising… like this man running in the sky. The ad below is for the women’s version of the Flex-26.

Ad info is below:

A lot of running shoes fit a woman's feet.

IntroducIng Flex-26W. By Fastrak.

The premise: A woman is more than just a smaller-sized man. The result: Flex-26W. A shoe made on a last made just for you, the American woman..

The last takes into consideration the biodynamics of your lower center of gravity, your special skeletal curvature .. your woman's body. Then shapes the shoe accordingly, under approval of Dr. Lowell Scott Weil, the widely known sports podiatrist and podiatric surgeon, and supervisor of our Sports Advisory Staff.

Flex-26W understands: If you want a shoe that really fits a woman's foot, you've got to realize she is a woman ... from head to toe. See the Flex-26W and other Fastrak styles at your nearby Fastrak dealer.

FASTRAK'S NEW

FLEX-26W

This one's made to fit your body.

THE RUNNING SHOE MADE TO FIT A WOMAN'S BODY.

FASTRAK
ATHLETIC FOOTWEAR

National Headquarters: 2400 Greenleaf Ave., Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 312/593-6050.

FASTRAK Flex-26W 1979 vintage running shoes ad @ The Deffest

Vans Serio Style 152 vintage sneaker ad from 1982

Here’s an old school 1982 vintage ad from back in the day when Vans made running shoes.

Ad info is below:

VANS Why Not Test Them?
WE DID!

5⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆RATING 1982 RUNNERS WORLD
5⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆rating
FOREFOOT IMPACT TEST
Men’s Training Shoe Division

5⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆rating
REARFOOT IMPACT TEST
Men’s Training Shoe Division

RIGID-Heelcup Counter
Terrific Support.

TESTED AND APPROVED BY MANY OF THE DOCTORS OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PODIATRIC SPORTS MEDICINE VANS SPENT TWO YEARS IN RESEARCHING,TESTING AND DEVELOPING THIS SHOE. BUT THE FINAL TEST REALLY IS YOURS

Vans Serie* Style 152 • Reg. Trademark Available in AAAA to EEEEE Widths Sizes 21/2 thru 16 Dealer inquiries invited except in Southern California

VANS
HANDCRAFTED AMERICAN MADE ATHLETIC FOOTWEAR

704 East Broadway, P.O. Box 729 Anaheim, California 92805

Vans Serio Style 152 vintage sneaker ad from 1982 @ The Deffest

Nike Elite LDV Waffle Meika and Brutting Lydiard 1978 vintage sneaker ad

Here’s an old school vintage ad from 1978 for the Nike Elite, LDV, Lady Waffle Trainer, Meika and Brutting EB Lydiard model sneakers. The Meika runners are Nike’s first racing flat for women.

Also…. No collect calls please. 🤣

Nike Elite, LDV, Lady Waffle Trainer, and Meika 1978 Athletic Department vintage sneaker-ad @ The Deffest

Page 2 is a Footlocker ad and features the EB Lydiard by Brütting runners including the Universal, The Sprint, Sao Paulo and Munich.

EB Lydiard by Brütting Universal, The Sprint, Sao Paulo and Munich 1978 Footlocker sneaker ad @ The Deffest

Ad info is below:

We Take Orders
From Runners.

Meika $27.95
Nike's first racing flat for women. One-piece upper with reinforced suede and slightly flared heel. Honeycomb sole for good cushion and traction. Beveled edge, wrap-up toe and arch bandage for support. Plum/white swoosh.

Elite $33.95
First Waffle-soled, road-racing flat. Seamless one piece nylon upper allows blister-free racing. Unique moccasin construction. Electric Blue/Yellow swoosh.

L.D.V. $39.95
Nike's most durable training flat. Four ounces lighter than the L.D.-1000 on our new VECTOR last. One piece nylon mesh upper with roomy toe box. Waffle sole features wear and stabilizer "plugs" on the heel for longer wear. Less flare than the LD-1000. Gold/Blue swoosh.

New Nike Shorts $9.95
European cut nylon. Has hidden key pocket and Nike logo. Specify with or without supporter and color. Royal, Red, Gold, Green, Navy, Black, Purple. S./M./L./XL.

Nike Rain Jacket $18.95
Nylon pullover has a detachable hood front zipper and pocket. Elastic inserts at each side provide snug fit. Yellow/Blue; Red/Navy; Beige/ Brown; Silver/Blue. Sm./M./L./XL.

Lady Waffle Trainer $29.95
First Waffle training shoe for women. Ideal for racing on roads or cross country. Waffle sole provides cushion, traction and torque absorption. Cluster of heel cleats for wear durability. Sun Yellow/Light Blue swoosh.

If you can't find Nikes, clip this coupon today and mail it. We'll get your order back to you as fast as the post office can deliver it. (For shoes and bags add 52.00 ship-ping charge for first pair, and 31.00 for each additional pair: for jackets add 51.00; for shorts include 5.50 each. For air shipment. additional S1.00. Outside USA, use Money Order ONLY and add 51.00 in addi-tion to regular shipping charges.) ❑ Check or money order enclosed ❑ Send C.O.D. (Add 51.00) ❑ Please send 1978 Shoe Show Catalog.

ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT PO. Box 743, Beaverton, Oregon I (503) 641-6680 (No collect calls please)

Footlocker EB Lydiard ad info:

WITH LYDIARDS THERE'S NO CONTEST

Shoe fashions come and go. They celebrate one style this season, another the next.

But Lydiard remains the same all seasons. The winner.

Simple things do it. Real leather. Top craftsmanship. Attention to detail.

And the design by Arthur Lydiard. The man who knows everything worth knowing about running. And shoes.

Lydiard. The training's built-in.

FREE! THE LYDIARD TRAINING PROGRAM

Arthur Lydiard has recently published a training brochure that contains in brief all his major findings and theories. In it he covers the basic physiological effects of running. He explains why running, whether competitive or non-competitive, is the foundation on which to build a healthy, active life both in sports and other endeavors. And he provides practical, sensible programs for both joggers and competitive runners. There are special sections on distance training and marathon preparation. This brochure is yours free of charge when you purchase a pair of Lydiard shoes at Footlocker.

Lydiard ROAD RUNNER. 1130. Training shoe. $38.99

EB Lydiards by Brutting.
a UNIVERSAL 1154 Durable training shoe. $39.99
b THE SPRINT 1553 Racing spike. $33.99.
c SAO PAULO. 1919 Superlight racing flat. $41.99.
d MUNICH 1572 Superlight racing spike. $45.99
(not shown)
INTERVAL 1575 Distance/Cross country racing spike. $37.99
MARATHON 1977 Road racing and training shoe. $38.99.

You'll find Lydiards at your nearest Footlocker store. Or you can order them by mail at the address given in the coupon below.

Nike Lydiard 1978 Athletic Department Footlocker vintage sneaker ad @ The Deffest

New Balance 620 vintage 1980 sneaker ad

Here’s a vintage 1980 running shoe ad for the New Balance 620 model sneakers which weighed in at 229 grams. According to RunRepeat “Any shoe that’s available on the market and weighs less than 250 grams (8.8 oz) in a men’s US size 9 makes it” a lightweight running shoe. This original vintage New Balance 620 sneaker print ad is available at our web store Rewind Running.

Sears 1983 Converse vintage sneaker ad

Today we have a vintage 1983 sneaker ad for Sears which features four Converse models from the time. This ad has a similar vibe to an earlier Sears - Puma ad that we posted.

Ad info is below:

RUN INTO SEARS FOR SAVINGS ON CONVERSE.

NOW SAVE $4-$8 ON THE OFFICIAL SHOE OF THE 1984 OLYMPICS. Right now, select Converse Shoes in jogging, court and basketball styles. There's a variety of colors and sizes for the whole family. But you only have from Sept. 4-10, so get on your mark, get set... and go to Sears!

Available in most larger Sears retail stores

Sears, Roebuck and Co., 1983.

CONVERSE
The Official Athletic Shoe of the 1984 Olympic Games.

There’s more for your life at Sears.

Sears 1983 Converse vintage sneaker ad

KangaROOS Rippers 1984 vintage sneaker ad

KangaROOS Rippers, Plimsolls with pockets. Here’s an old ad from 1984 back in the day when ‘ROOS was doing their best Converse All-Star impression.

Ad info is below:

RIPPERS.
CANVAS IN COLOR!

Rippers —great new canvas high-tops now in flying colors. For gym, biking, hiking or just hanging out. For men, women, kids of all kinds. For fun.

Shoes With Pockets

KangaROOS

KangaROOS 1984 Rippers Canvas Hi Top Plimsoll sneakers @ The Deffest

Autry Lady Wildcat 1979 vintage sneaker ad

Awhile back we posted this old school advertisement for the Autry Wildcat and today we’re back with the ladies version of these runners.

Ad info is below:

FOR LADIES ONLY

PADDING IS PROTECTION!
COMFORT IS THE NAME OF THE GAME!

The Lady Wildcat

* MADE ON A NEW SCIENTIFIC LAST TO FIT THE FEMININE FOOT

* Extra thick padded collar and achilles tendon pad

* Padded tongue with lacing loop

* A FULL drop collar for smooth seam-less heel comfort both back and sides.

* A rigid nylon heel counter for stability and protection against pronatory forces

* Nylon upper to allow your feet, to breathe, reinforced with suede leather at toe, heel and lacing throat.

* High toe box for freedom of movement and blister protection.

* Freedom flex toe design to protect against pinching at toe-off

* Special sponge rubber insole to protect against blisters and callouses..

* A built in arch cushion for shock ab-sorption.

* Dual density midsole for added shock protection and a 60-40 flex point.

* Slightly flared heel for ankle pronation protection.

* Reinforced Chevron sole to put more surface at high wear areas.

YOU CAN’T BEAT THE FOOT PROTECTION OF A WILDCAT

Autry Industries Inc.

Autry Lady Wildcat 1979 vintage sneaker ad @ The Deffest

adidas 1970s green and yellow SL76 vintage sneaker ad

Here’s an old 1970s ad for the adidas SL76 vintage model running shoes aka “the shoe for all seasons.”

Ad info is below:

PUT YOUR FOOT INTO ADIDAS!

Pounding the roads on a 20 mile marathon or just jogging around the block. adidas is kind to your Met. All the latest technical advantages are built into the world's most popular and widely imitated training shoes. Truly. the shoe for all seasons.

More information available at your next sporting goods dealer or write to:

adidas

adidas 1970s green and yellow SL76 vintage sneaker ad @ The Deffest

Jordache vintage 1982 Earl Monroe old school sneaker ad

We saw this article about New York Knicks legend Earl Monroe and as longtime Knicks fans thought we’d honor "Earl the Pearl" with this 1982 vintage sneaker ad from Jordache. Based on the style these may have been Jordache’s response to the Puma / Spalding Walt Clyde Frazier shoes of the 1970’s.

Ad info is below:

GO ONE-ON-ONE WITH…

THE JORDACHE LOOK

Earl "The Pearl" Monroe Former Captain of The N.Y. Knicks

JORDACHE

ATHLETIC WEAR LTD. Showroom: 498 7th Ave., N.Y.C. 10018 212-239-1414

Early “The Pearl” Monroe
Former Captain of The N.Y. Knicks.

Look for announcement of the $100,000 Jordache Pro-Am L.A. Marathon.

Jordache vintage 1982 Earl-Monroe old school sneaker ad @ The Deffest

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

Nike Monterey II, Rascal, Lady Monterey 1982 JCP vintage sneaker ad

Here’s an old school 1982 vintage ad from JC Penney for the Nike Monterey II, Rascal, and Lady Monterey. The Nike Monterey II looks a whole lot like the old Oceania model runners of the 70s and early 80s. This original vintage JC Penney Nike print ad is available at our web store RewindRunning.com.

Ad info is below:

Covering more ground. At JCPenney, your Nike headquarters.

Nike goes the distance when performance and selection count. And JCPenney covers more Nike ground than ever before with a fitting selection of training shoes for the whole family. Like the Lady Monterey. men's Monterey II or the Rascal for children. Nylon training shoes with suede leather trim. toe cap and backstay. Plus sturdy wing toe. herringbone sole and that famous Nike arch support for more fun on the run! Only 21.99

JCPenney
Available at JCPenney Mall Stores Only
1982. J C Penney Company. Inc

Puma TX-3 running shoes 1985 vintage sneaker ad

Here’s an old 1985 vintage Athletic Attic sneaker ad for the Puma TX-3 runners.

Ad info is below:

STABILITY
The New Puma TX-3 Running Shoe

Puma announces the TX-3, the only running shoe for the serious athlete. Puma engineered the TX-3 to give you lightweight stability and superior traction. The TX-3 combines all the most wanted features to give you the safest running shoe available. The Puma TX-3 can be found at your Athletic Attic store where you'll find the most complete selection of top-of-the-line athletic wear. Athletic Attic —the footwear store and so much more. Stop by today.

Specifications
• External heel stabilizer provides motion control and protects against over pronation
• Extended medial heel counter for rear foot stability
• Metatarsal cushion absorbs shock from vertical pressure at the forefoot and adds to flexibility
• Dual Density heel cushion absorbs shock upon initial impact

Athletic Attic

Puma TX-3 running shoes 1985 vintage sneaker ad @ The Deffest

Sears 1977 Catalog featuring The Winner II four stripe runners

This is not an advertisement but instead from the 1977 Sears Fall catalog. It features Sears ‘The Winner II’ casuals, some SL72-ish four stripe runners similar to what Dale Earnhardt Sr. used to wear and some Diadora-ish looking sneakers.

Catalog info is below:

ATHLETIC SHOES FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY

The WINNER II . . imported sports shoe

SO WELL CONSTRUCTED IT’S WORTH TAKING a closer look

Treaded sole for great traction

High-rise sole protect counter and toe against wear

Built-up arch area for firm support

Lined, padded tongue, sueded split-leather eyelet band

Padded topline for comfort
Vinyl uppers

Nylon Uppers

Durable sueded split-leather uppers

Thom McAn Jox brand Roadhandlers 1980 vintage sneaker ad

Here’s an old vintage advertisement for Jox ‘Road Handlers’ model running shoes from 1980. According to this article at the Bata shoe Museum “The Jox models offered by Thom McAn were so popular that the brand opened stand-alone athletic retail chain in 1976 called JOX. According to Nutt, by the late 1977s Jox was the second largest shoe brand by sales in the US. The success of this concept spurred the Kinney Group to create Footlocker.”

If you’re interested in Jox you can see some of their other vintage ads here.

Ad info is below:

Here's what the world's toughest critics had to say about new Jox' Road Handlers by Thom McAn.

“RW5-STAR
⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆
Runner's World Magazine

Women's Road Handlers

RW4-STAR
⋆⋆⋆⋆
Runner's World Magazine
Men's RoadHandlers”

New Jox Road Handlers

Once a year Runner's World Magazine runs a grueling series of tests to find out just how running shoes measure up against some very tough standards. The ratings run from 5 stars to none. Our Jox Road Handlers for women were one of only 8 Runner's World 5-Star shoes. Our men's model won the coveted 4-Star rating. We're happy and we're proud to be able to offer such a fine shoe at a reasonable price. Men's RoadHandlers, $29.99; Women's RoadHandlers, $27.99.

Prices slightly higher in Hawaii and Puerto Rico..

Thom McAn Jox brand Roadhandlers 1980 vintage sneaker ad @ The Deffest

New Balance Trail Blazing 1978 vintage ad featuring Trail 355, 320, CrossCountry and SuperComp runners

Here’s a great old ad for New Balance’s Trail 355, 320, CrossCountry and SuperComp model running shoes from 1978. If you’re interested in these models we have posted other ads for them at the links below.

New Balance SuperComp 1978 vintage sneaker ad
New Balance Trail 355 1979 vintage running shoes ad
New Balance 1978 vintage ad featuring the 320 model retro running shoes
New Balance CrossCountry runners from 1978
New Balance 1979 ad featuring the W320 and W355 women’s trainers

Ad info is below:

TRAIL BLAZING

New Balance's Trail 355 is a new kind of trainer — one specifically designed to meet the performance and durability requirements of road training as well as trail or cross-country work. The new Nora-Tuff° outer sole Is composed of high-quality carbon rubber in a flat-head stud design — which means that the Trail 355 guarantees both road-flat durability and maximum rough terrain performance. An earlier version of this innovative shoe was rated number one (in ball and heel cushioning both) during the recent Runner’s World lab tests. The new Nora-Tuff sole combines this maximum shock attenuation with new radial-tire durability; and the rounded flat-head studs provide excellent traction on all surfaces, from mud, sand and snow to wet, slick asphalt. Add New Balance’s new boxier toe and snug-fitting heel counter, as well as the Trail 355’s foam-backed polyester-mesh upper for remarkable comfort and breathablIity, and you have a shoe that's not only blazing trails today, but will be setting the pace among trainers for years to come. Men and women, 31/2. to 15EEEE, in Royal Blue with Yellow.

Width Sizing Means Fit, Comfort and Performance.

320 Rated number one a year ago, this year's 320 is even better, with several important fit, comfort and performance improvements. New one-piece upper and padded tongue. New fuller, boxier toe resulting from a broader last design. New foam-backed tricot heel cup that fits snugly all around for improved support. New outer sole wrap at the toe for increased durability. And New Balance is still the only shoe company offering full width-sizing and an arch-support saddle. Men and women, 31/2AA to 15EEEE, in Royal Blue with White.

CrossCountry Off-road competition shoe that's durable and cushioned enough to take the hard surfaces too. The light, flexible, flared Alphacrepe sole has a studded configuration that maximizes traction while minimizing dirt pick-up; and the soft, comfortable upper and padded tongue incorporate New Balance's new broader and higher toe design. It's a light, very protective racing flat. Men and women, 31/2AA to 15EEEE, in Orange with White.

SuperComp Multi-colored and brush-soled, the SuperComp is New Balance's durable lightweight racing flat. The stretch foam insole minimizes friction and heat build-up while the breathable polyester-mesh upper maximizes ventilation. The soft crepe wedge/midsole combination offers reduced weight and increased shock absorbency, while the brush sole provides excellent traction on all surfaces. Men and women, 31/2AA to 15EEEE, in Yellow/ Orange/Red with White.

new balance athletic shoes USA

Send for our free color catalog, or see your local authorized New Balance dealer. 38 Everett Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02134

Pro-Specs 1983 and 1984 vintage sneaker ads for the Axis-Plus runners

Today we’ve got a double feature from Pro-Specs with two different ads for the same model Axis-Plus running shoe from 1983 and 1984. These sneakers came with a 6-month/3,000 mile guarantee. The first ad below is from 1983 and is available over at RewindRunning.com.

Ad info is below:

Presenting the high performance shoe that doesn't run a lot. It's under $40.

If you run a lot, you'll appreciate the high-performance features of our Axis-Plus shoes. Things like a unique Pro-Specs motion control system that helps keep your feet from moving from side to side, an extra lacing system that increases stability, mesh uppers for optimal ventilation and a three-part insole that offers an unusual combination of flexibility and control. It's an amazing feat that such high performance is available for such an affordable price. And no matter how much your customers pay for a running shoe, they won't get a 6-month/3,000 mile guarantee from anyone else. The choice is yours. You can take your chances and spend a lot of money on a running shoe. Or you can get the high class, high tech shoe that's guaranteed. The Axis- Plus. You may run a lot . . . but your shoes don't have to.

Our EVA cushion is made of two different densities The Inferior EVA has greater density to prevent over pro-nation and to help propel the foot forward

Our insole a built in three parts to provide needed rear foot and fore-foot control while Mowing for flexibility at the point where the foot Neves naturally.

New Specs, Inc , Avon, MA 02322

PRO-SPECS

Prospecs Axis-Plus 1983 vintage sneaker ad @ The Deffest

This second ad is from 1984. Ad info is below:
The kicker is the guarantee

With so many running shoes to choose from, how do you pick a winner? Pro Specs offers one way — a guarantee. The Pro-Specs Axis- Plus is guaranteed for 6 months or 3,000 miles, whichever comes first. The Axis-Plus also propels the foot forward, prevents side-to-side motion and has an extra lacing system that increases stability. With all these features, plus a guarantee, you can't lose.

PRO-SPECS

New Specs Inc, Wales Avenue, Avon, MA 02322

Prospecs Axis-Plus 1984 vintage sneaker ad @ The Deffest

Today Pro-Specs is still going strong in Korea where they are headquartered. Below are a pair of their Prospecs Original J 101 model runners.

Pro-Specs sneaker image courtesy of Hallyumart.

Pro-Specs sneaker image courtesy of Hallyumart.