Converse World Class 1977 vintage sneaker ad

Here's a cool old school 1977 vintage ad for the Converse 'World Class' trainer running shoes. 

Ad info is below:

Converse World Class: Available in 4 color combinations. And now, in women's sizes. 

Converse World Class Trainers now come in four color combinations for men. And our original Blue and White style is now available in specially designed women's sizes. And these are not just scaled down men's shoes, but running shoes specifically designed for a woman's foot and running style. All offer you great Converse performance with the distinctive star and chevron look. Try on a pair for yourself. Discover how comfort and style combine to make a running shoe with class. Converse World ClassTM 

CONVERSE
THE SHOES OF THE STARS
an Eltra Company

Super*Stars 1979 vintage sneaker ad ​

Here’s a 1979 vintage sneaker ad for the Super*Stars LDX II, LADY LDX and FALCON model kicks.

Ad info is below:

You'll believe a man can fly!

SUPER PERFORMANCE AND FIT AT DOWN-TO-EARTH PRICE. Take off in Super*Stars. Feel the sure fit of reinforced nylon leather construction. Lift off in lightweight contour-molded comfort that only track-tested craftsmanship can create. Touch down on a special rubber synthetic compound sole designed for lasting resiliency. You're on an advanced tread design for roadgripping agility and extra power that goes the distance from ice-slicked city street to gravel track.

Super'Stars are styled for speed and endurance. There's nothing better between you and the road. Take the track with confidence. You're able to go the extra mile. Super*Star. as close to flying as running can be. 

LDX II LADY LDX FALCON 

"There's Nothing Better Between You and The Road" 

Super*Stars Suite 634, 47 West 34th St., N.Y., N.Y., 10001.

Gola 'Boston' 1979 vintage sneaker ad

Today we’ve got an old ad for Gola's 'Boston' running shoes from 1979.

​Ad info is below:

"Boston," ... a fantastic men's running shoe. A completely new design from Gola—ideal for the everyday runner. All the features of more expensive models, but priced for today's budget-minded consumer. Lightweight nylon upper with suede protection in the crucial stress areas. Soft foamed sponge mid-sole with foamed sponge wedge designed to absorb maximum shock. Natural crepe sole with dual tread designed for stabilization, while at the same time allowing extra traction. Available in three popular colors. 

Gola
a SPORTCRAFT exclusive 

GENERAL SPORTCRAFT CO., LTD. BERGENFIELD N.J. 07621 

Speed shoes 1975 vintage running shoes ad

We're going way back today. Here's on old add for "Speed" brand shoes from 1975. The company was owned by a runner named Ted Bick and had two models - "The Racer" and "The Trainer" and they were designed by Bill Squires who was the coach of Boston State College. Sadly Speed shoes weren't with us for long. I couldn't find any other record of them after 1976.

Ad info is below:

NEW FROM BOSTON: 

SPEED SHOES 

Coach Bill Squires, coach of Boston State College and the Greater Boston Track Club, has put 25 years of personal run-ning experience into the design of shoes which will meet the needs of every run-ner: comfort, protection and—above all--speed. They are called the SPEED SHOES. 

THE RACER 

Super-light, super-fast; with a high trac-tion, ultra-durable sole. Raised heel wedge and Spenco insole. Semi-rigid shank and arch support for mid-foot. Fits like a glove with soft, seamless inter-ior. Wrap-around nylon uppers. For sheer speed, this shoe is unsurpassed. Se-ven ounces per shoe. Price: $19.95. Re-heeled for $2.50. 

THE TRAINER 

Designed for heavy mileages, with extra cushioning from heel to toe. Raised heel wedge, Spenco insole, arch-support, semi-rigid shank, heel reinforcement. Same soft, glove-like fit; seamless interiors and nylon uppers. A long distance runner's shoe with excellent speed qualities. With 800 steps per mile, why carry more than nine ounces per shoe? Price: $21.95. Re-heeled for $2.50, re-soled for $7.50. 

In sizes 5 to 13, A-EEE. Both shoes un-conditionally guaranteed, if returned un-damaged. Add $1.50 to the price of each shoe ordered to cover postage and handling. 

Send order to: SPEED SHOES Box 202 Medford, Mass. 02155