AMBI 'Stranger' vintage sneakers ad ​from 1979

Coming in hot from Arkansas in the 70s ☄️ here’s a vintage ad for the AMBI 'Stranger' sneakers that "don't stay a 'Stranger' to your feet very long." This is from way back when sneakers were still made here in the USA. I kind of love that the sneakers are floating in outer space in what looks like an old Twilight Zone episode. Also these were "Designed by a nationally known Coach of World-Class' Athletes."

​Ad info is below:

WHY RUN AROUND WITH A STRANGER? 

:..Because if that stranger is AMBI.-you will soon be the best of friends. And. like a good friend. AMBI will treat.you right! -.Designed by a nationally known Coach of World-Class' Athletes and rnade right here in the U.S.A., the AMBI line of running and training shoes provides the ultimate in comfort and long-lasting good looks. All the way from our tough yet highly cushioned soles with reinforced arch:to the super-soft padded tongue..AMBI is'styled to take mile upon mile of pavement pounding —yet still comeback for more! Each feature of the shoe is carefully hand-crafted to enhance the natural movement of the foot, not restrict it. Since there is virtually no break-in period necessary, we don't stay a 'Stranger' to your feet very long. . But, we could talk all day. about the 'Stranger' in town! Instead.. drop by your local dealer and have him introduce you to – AMBI...you'll soon be good friends!

(By the way: if you can't find AMBI products locally. drop us a note and we'll get all the particulars to you.) 

Made in U.S.A. 

P.O. Box 249 / Jonesboro, Arkansas 72401

AMBI 'Stranger' vintage sneaker print ad ​from 1979 @ The Deffest

Ambi "Warrior" vintage sneaker ad ​from 1979

Today we've got this old school late 70s vintage sneaker ad for the Ambi "Warrior." AMBI was a brand out of Arkansas and made some pretty cool looking kicks back in the day. Apparently these running shoes 'outranked' every other shoe of their time.

Ad info is below:

SAFETY FIRST

Safety and protection of the runner has always been Ambi's first priority, providing the runner the best possible shoe without sacrificing any injury-protection features…..So, the Runner's World test results (right) of Ambi out-ranking all the top-rated shoes for safety and protection did not surprise the folks at Ambi…..Removable, washable sockliner (by Powers) adds extra cushioned protection and comfort.

AMBI

THE AMERICAN SPIRIT

★ That's the premise on which Ambi was founded.

★ That's what recent tests sponsored by Runner's World magazine reveal.

COMPARE THE 1980 TEST RESULTS FOR YOURSELF

The AMBI "Warrior" outranked all these top-rated shoes (and others) in the listed safety and protection features:

REARFOOT IMPACT—Adidas Marathon, New Balance 620, Nike Daybreak, Autry Mach II, Converse Arizona, Pony Targa VSD, Saucony Hornet.

FOREFOOT IMPACT—Brooks Supreme Villanova, Osaga KT-26, Adidas Marathon, Etonic Stabilizer, Saucony Hornet, Brooks Silver Streak, Etonic Streetfighter.

REARFOOT CONTROL—Brooks Vantage, Autry Concorde, Nike Daybreak, Puma Fast Rider, Brooks Vantage Supreme, New Balance 620, Etonic Stabilizer.

TRACTION—Adidas Marathon, Autry Concorde, Brooks Vantage, Puma Fast Rider, Nike Daybreak, Brooks Vantage Supreme, Etonic Streetfighter, Brooks Supreme Villanova, Osaga KT-26, Brooks Silver Streak, Wilson Force 5.

AMBI, PO BOX 249, JONESBORO, AR 72401 — Phone Toll Free 800-643-0099

AMBI "Warrior" 1970s vintage sneaker ad @ The Deffest