AAU BIG "D" vintage sneaker advertisement from 1978

Here’s a vintage sneaker ad from 1978 for the AAU BIG “D” suede basketball shoes. These sneakers came equipped with a "quarter sweep for toughness" 👊 and a "molded waffle sole for fancy footwork." This ad made me wonder where have I seen this logo before? 🤔

Ad info is below:

AAU SHOES
BASKETBALL SHOES
FOOTWORK THAT WORKS

AAU Basketball Shoes play as hard as you do. They give you the look and feel of a champion.

AAU BIG "D" SUEDE

These are the basketball shoes that court good sports with comfort and style. Royal blue suede leather uppers with split suede leather quarter sweep for toughness. Fully padded tongue and collar and cushioned arch to insure comfort. Ribbed toe bumper and molded waffle sole for fancy footwork. Men's and boys' sizes in royal blue suede.

AVAILABLE AT FINE DEPARTMENT STORES AND SHOE STORES EVERYWHERE

Distributed by INTERMARK SHOE COMPANY
A Division of International Seaway Trading Corporation
1382 West 9th Street • Cleveland, Ohio 44113

AAU Front Runner 1978 vintage sneaker ad

Here's a 1978 sneaker illustration advertisement for the AAU 'Front Runner' and another old school shoe once again donning the 4 stripes. If you want to check out a couple of pairs of AAU vintage sneakers we posted them here and here.

​Ad info is below:

AAU SHOES

TRAINING SHOES
FOR MEN ON THE MOVE
The shoe that carries the emblem of the Amateur Athletic Union of the United States. 

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AAU FRONT RUNNER

They're way out in front, leading with style and comfort all the way to the finish line. Shock absorbing wide flange tongue — all to make you feel more comfortable in the long runs. Durable nylon and suede leather upper. Men's, boys', youths' and child's sizes in royal blue with yellow stripes. Men's and boys' sizes in green with yellow stripes.

AVAILABLE AT FINE DEPARTMENT STORES AND SHOE STORES EVERYWHERE

Distributed by
INTERMARK SHOE COMPANY 
A Division of International Seaway Trading Corporation
1382 West 9th 9treet Cleveland, Ohio 44113

AAU shoes 1977 "You're one step ahead" ad

Here’s an old school AAU shoes ad from 1977…

Ad info is below:

AAU SHOES
YOU'RE ONE STEP AHEAD

You're ahead of the game from the start when you're wearing AAU Shoes. AAU Shoes are the new footwear of champions ... worn by people who want great, good looks combined with real foot comfort. Whether you're in serious competition or just out for fun, wear AAU Shoes for style, fit and performance. See the complete line of hard-playing, easy living AAU Shoes for men, women and children.

Available At Fine Department, Shoe and Specialty Stores Everywhere.