Sears The Winner II Runner 1980 vintage sneaker ad

Nope, not adidas. Today we've got and old school 1980 three stripe vintage sneaker ad from Sears for the Winner II Runner. We’re always down for the blue and orange NY Knicks colorway.

Ad info is below:

Imported running shoe for men and big boys
The winner II runner ... designed to meet joggers' special needs
Mes’s sizes $19.99 Bigs Boys’ sizes $18.99

All colors feature reflective fabric trim. The unique trim which reflects bright silver white light to help you be seen by approaching motorists at night.

Padded tongue for snug lacing

Padded collar reduces friction

Counter holds heel firmly in place

Lightweight nylon upper reinforced with sueded split-leather

Fiddle shank design reduces shoe weight

Sponge rubber midsole flared at heel absorbs shock, stabilizes

Thick, heel-to-toe sponge rubber insole has built-up arch

Lugged outsole for long wear, traction

Colors (2 and 31 in men's sizes only

( 1 thru 4) UPPERS: Nylon with sueded split-leather reinforcement at toe. heel and eyelet are.. Absorbent cushioned nylon tricot lining. Tongue is lined and pad-ded for snug lacing. Padded vinyl collar and peaked back. Heel counter holds heel firmly. Reflective fabric on side stripes and heel counter.

SOLES, HEELS: Durable. individually molded, lugged rubber sole is flared at heel for stability and shock absor-bency. Sole rises over toe to protect against wear. Sponge rubber insole has built-up arch for comfort and support. Lightweight fiddle-shank design.

Cleaning Note: The sueded portions of these shoes should be cleaned with a wire suede-brush. Washing is not recommended for these or any other sueded leather shoes. Do not use wire brush on nylon.

Sears The Winner II Runner 1980 3 stripe vintage sneaker ad @ The Deffest