This post is long overdue... we tried an experiment a few months ago to bring one of these vintage runners back to life with the help of our buddy across the pond @vintage_trainer_repairs68. These old school 40-something year old Jox sneakers seemed like a good candidate because the midsole foam was getting a little crispy and brittle on them. Thanks again to @vintage_trainer_repairs68 who did an awesome job bringing them back. I've included some photos of the process and they came out great. Thom McAn is no longer here, but Jox still lives on...
Before & After: Vintage sneaker restoration by @vintage_trainer_repairs68
![Jox vintage sneakers restoration @ The Deffest](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ab94f5e3c3a536987d16ce5/1581214116094-08XJ2V9W6B1ENLBSPCTR/Jox-by-Thom-McAn-vintage-sneakers-front-3-4-The-Deffestl.jpg)
![Jox vintage running shoes restoration @ The Deffest](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ab94f5e3c3a536987d16ce5/1581214116204-FMSUA25JMUN3QRSRSVEP/Jox-by-Thom-McAn-vintage-sneakers-rear-3-4-The-Deffest.jpg)
Here’s a photo montage of the process below….