KangaROOS Comet 1982 running Shoes With Pockets vintage sneakers

Here’s another vintage ad for the KangaROOS Comet runners from 1982. This original vintage KangaROOS sneaker print ad is available at the Rewind Running web store.

Ad info is below:

BLISTER COMPETITION, NOT YOURSELF!

MILLER WINS TAC NATIONAL 50 MILE CHAMPIONSHIP WITHOUT A BLISTER. Scott Miller and his ROOS High Tech "Comet racers took first place in the most recent Houston National only three weeks after the shoes were introduced! Asked if there was anything about the shoes that he would change: he replied, Not a thing. I didn't even get a blister:

SO LIGHT, IT'S ALMOST LIKE RUNNING BAREFOOT. KangaROOS 'Comet weighs only 186.5 grams, and offers these outstanding features: Shock absorbing and lightweight sole. Rubber outsole with high impact heel base! Light. flexible and resilient EVA midsole with stability ledge. Supporting and removable cup insole. Light-weight genuine grain leather and supple 210 denier nylon uppers.

UNIQUE PADDING CRADLES THE FOOT. Built in foam padding behind the pocket protects the foot when items are placed

into the pocket. There's additional padding in the inside of the shoe to give a perfectly balanced feeling. With a specially

padded tongue and cushioned removable sock, the foot is completely cradled in comfort.

ENGINEERED FOR TOP PERFORMANCE. The Comet utilizes fully slip-lasted construction for lightness and flexibility. A notched heel to protect the Achilles tendon has been combined with an extended medial heel counter to protect against pronation.

Actual Race Photo:

Scott Miller

KangaROOS and Athletes Working to Win in 1984.

Distributed Worldwide

U.S. Pat. Nos. 4,296,559 • D261,695 • D261,823 Foreign patents granted, other patent applications pending. KangaROOS

World's Only Shoes With Pockets

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

KangaROOS 'The Inferno' 1982 vintage sneaker ad

Here’s an old school 1982 vintage sneaker ad for the KangaROOS Inferno model runners. This original vintage Kangaroos sneaker print ad is available at our web store Rewind Running.

Ad info is below:

ROAD TEST 'ROOS

INTRODUCING NEW HIGH-TECH KANGAROOS.
High-Tech KangaROOS are specifically engineered for the serious runner. These extraordinary shoes are designed and built to give you a competitive edge from 100 meters to an ultra marathon.

STABILITY.
KangaROOS are built on a solid foundation. Our design engineers started with a new stability ledge to help dissipate shock, insure motion control and alleviate excessive pronation.

SHOCK ABSORPTION.
You'll find the ultimate in force dissipation in High Tech 'ROOS This is achieved with a unique micro-cellular wedge, a specially designed outsole and a removable insole.

FLEXIBILITY.
High-Tech KangaROOS are combination lasted. This dual process construction insures maximum forepart flexibility without loss of rear foot control.

HIGH-TECH WEARABILITY.
New, ultra-light, long-wearing soles are especially compounded for high performance.

COMFORT.
There is a unique "Comfort Zone” in KangaROOS not found in any other shoe. Special arch padding actually cradles your foot. Premium leathers, supple nylon and breathable mesh insure your total running comfort.

HIGH-TECH KANGAROOS ARE UNIQUE.
Only High-Tech 'ROOS feature a specially tanned, full-grain nubuck cowhide with a sueded nap finish. It's the finest premium leather in athletic footwear. Run with High-Tech KangaROOS —the "Total Shoe!"

KangaROOS and Athletes Working to Win in 1984.

KangaROOS™

World's Only Shoes With Pockets 1982 Envoys U.S.A., Inc.

Shown above: The "Inferno™"

KangaROOS 1982 vintage sneaker ad for the Inferno, Comet, '84 Walker, Seoul '88 and The Assault

Here’s an old ad from 1982 for the KangaROOS Inferno, Comet, '84 Walker, Seoul '88 and Assault model sneakers. The Seoul 88 model had G Force air corridors to provide extra shock dissipation so you can take flight. This original vintage Kangaroos sneaker print ad is available at our web store Rewind Running.

Ad info is below:

RUNAWAY TECHNOLOGY

THE INFERNO
The ultimate high-mileage trainer. KangaROOS designed the Inferno for maximum comfort. A beautiful combination of engineering and handsome design.

• Combination wrap-around nubuck collar and counter for added heel control.
• Ventilated full-grain nubuck leather forepart.

THE COMET
One of the lightest, most stable racing shoes in competition. Not a trainer, the Comet is engineered for race days. Right out of the box, it maximizes performance.

• Notched heel counter relieves stress on Achilles tendon.
• Full slip-lasted construction for lightness (186.5rg) and flexibility.
• Light. natural rubber outsole with high-impact heel design.
• Shock-absorbing natural rubber outsole with medial arch strap.

THE SEOUL '88
KangaROOS designed the Seoul '88 for hard and fast training as well as racing. Optimized shock absorption is a key feature. Pronation "minimizers" are built in.

• G Force air corridors provide extra shock dissipation.

'84 WALKER
KangaROOS' answer for the competitive walker. Combination lasted 2-to-1 heel-toe ratio for improved stride efficiency. Features positive-tracking forepart sway bars.

• Special metatarsal insert for toe off relief.

THE ASSAULT
KangaROOS new, high mileage trainer. Extra stability for both heavy-and light-weight runners. Engineered for runners who train hard.

• Dual lacing system insures proper fit.

HIGH TECH 'ROOS, DESIGNED FOR ATHLETES WHO HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR SOMETHING BETTER.

KangaROOS

U.S. Pat. Nos. 4,296,559 • D261,695 • D261,823 Foreign patents granted, other patent applications pending.

World's Only Shoes With Pockets

1982 Envoys U.S.A., Inc., 48 Worthington Drive. Maryland Heights. MO 63043

KangaROOS pacesetters 1981 vintage sneakers ad

Here’s an old school 1981 vintage sneaker ad for the KangaROOS pacesetters. KangaROOS was founded in 1979 by Bob Gamm who invented the shoe pocket because he needed a place to store his keys and change while he's was jogging. This original vintage Kangaroos sneaker print ad is available at our web store Rewind Running.

Ad info is below:

KangaROOS

Pocket shoes pacesetters.

Shoes with pockets
KangaROOS
*PAT. PEND.
1981 Envoys U.S .A . Inc • 48 Worthington Drive • Maryland Heights. MO 63043 • (314) 434-5997
Federlein & Hummel, Pirmasens, West Germany • Herold Halle Ltd., Ringstead. Denmark • Howmark. Toronto, Canada Inter Footwear, Ltd., Shoeburyness, Essex. England • Invader International, Republic of Panama • Leo Milhado B.V. Amstelveen, Holland • Okamoto Riken Gomu Co., Tokyo, Japan •

Kangaroos Comet II vintage sneaker ad from 1983

We’ve covered ‘Roos a little bit in the past here, here, here and here and today we’re back with a retro ad for the Comet II model from 1983.

Ad info is below:

INTRODUCING COMET II

Comet II . the ultimate competition shoe.
LIGHTWEIGHT—Comet II - in size 8 weigh in at an incredible 7 ounces! Made of pigskin and nylon, the Comet II remains light even when wet!
FLEXIBLE—Comet II " is full slip-lasted with removable cup insole for outstanding flexibility.
STABLE—Comet lI has a wide heel base and a stability wedge with a firm heel counter which helps prevent pronation.

LOOK OUT WORLD!

SHOCK-ABSORBING—Comet II has a natural rubber outsole with an EVA midsole permeated by four rear air corridors to provide maximum shock absorption.
SUPPORT—Comet variable lacing system provides a glove-like fit which prevents unnecessary movement within the shoe. Racers know that even small amounts of excess movement can tire their legs prematurely. DURABLE—Comet built to last. This allows the Comet II to serve as both a speed workout shoe and a racing flat.
See the exciting new Comet II today.

KangaROOS
1983 KangaROOS U.S.A.. Inc.
St. Louis Missouri
Shoes With Pockets
U.S./Foreign Patents Pending.

Kangaroos Comet II vintage sneaker ad @ The Deffest