Here’s a 1982 vintage advertisement for the Kangaroos “Full Court” Basketball Shoes High Top Sneakers.
Ad info is below:
QUANTUM LEAP
The ultimate basketball shoe. “Full Court”
New extra protection toe guard.
“Rear Guard” tendon protector.
“ROOS Torque Control” Bar.
Quadra-Lacing System.
Padded ventilated tongue.
Concertina eyelet lacing.
Shock-absorbing insole and arch support.
All sizes to men’s 17.
Get the jump on opponents.
World’s Only Shoes With Pockets.
KangaROOS
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:
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™"
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
Here’s an old 1977 vintage sneaker ad from adidas for the Falcon model sneaks. These sneakers featured Cangoran which was a synthetic leather-like material intended to replace Kangaroo leather. This original vintage adidas print ad is available at our web store RewindRunning.com.
Ad info is below:
Cangoran- one less worry for 20 million Kangaroos.
Kangaroos tended to avoid shoe factories in the past. 'They knew that until recently Kangaroo leather was favored, particularly for athletic footwear. But now an entirely synthetic leather-like material has been developed: — Cangoran. A material that is preferred by leading athletes due to its remarkable properties. For our bouncing friends, a healthy turn of events
The Falcon. a revolutionary road runner from adidas. is just one of the high performance shoes made from Cangoran, providing the following distinct advantages: —
• Highly absorbent and breathes well. Foot keeps cool and dry.
• Forms to foot in no time and remains soft and flexible.
• Very light — and yet surprisingly hardwearing.
• Actifresh treatment of Cangoran' safeguards against odor and foot infection or re-infection.
To spot adidas Cangoran - shoes look for the happy Kangaroos.
For more information contact your local dealer.
Here’s a great old 1983 vintage sneaker ad for KangaROOS K-1 sneaker model featuring the biomechanical "K-Frame" construction, new LMF Platform for shock absorption, and a lot of other features. This original vintage ‘ROOS advertisement is available the the Rewind Running web store.
Ad info is below:
INTRODUCING THE K-1
KangaROOS' new K-1 features revolutionary K-FRAME.
KANGAROOS' advanced biomechanical "K-Frame" construction assists in the proper alignment and balance of all segments of the foot. You'll realize new rear foot control, improved foot balance. less strain on the lower limbs and maximum performance efficiency. The -K-1" features KangaROOS' new LMF Platform for shock absorption and lateral stabilization. The heel counter is leather-reinforced and protected by a padded cushion bolster for comfort and in-line thrust. Additional shock absorption is provided by G-Force corridors under the forefoot. The "K-1" also includes 360-degree nite-lite reflective protection and these other exciting features:
• Combination power' slip-lasted construction.
• Removable cushion insole for maximum flexibility and comfort.
• Combination last.
• Advanced design sole tread featuring durable rubber strike area for extra wear.
• Patented Comfort Zone
• Dual variable lacing.
Limited availability. For serious runners only.
World's Only Shoes With Pockets
KangaROOS
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 •
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.
We usually post ads for old sneaker brands but every once in awhile I'm going to start posting some of the other old school 'technology' ads associated with these old running kicks. Our Instagram buddy @khallivegas posted some 'Roos yesterday and we were trying to figure out the actual purpose of the pocket or if it was just a gimmick. I think KangaRoos might've been trying to put the Shoe Pocket out of business. This ad is from 1979 and was like the original "fanny pack" for your Nike waffles.
Ad info is below:
SHOE POCKET
BY STRAIGHT AWAY SPORTS
WHERE DO YOU PUT YOUR KEY, EMERGENCY I.D. AND PHONE MONEY WHEN YOU RUN?
SHOE POCKET is a simple, always-there solution. It fastens through the laces onto your running shoe.
FEATHERWEIGHT DESIGN delivers a no-flop, no-rattle, no-notice performance.
SPECIAL FILM/FOAM CONSTRUCTION is soft, durable, & waterproof.
REFLECTIVE DOT & plastic I.D. included.
MAIL COUPON TODAY
Color: blue
Excellent volume discounts. SHOE POCKET can be logo imprinted.
$2.50 (plus 50¢ shipping)
Here's an old school 1984 ad for KangaRoos K-1 'Special Edition' sneaker.
Ad info is below:
ANY WAY YOU CUT IT KANGAROOS' K-1 "SPECIAL EDITION" IS BUILT TO PERFORM.
The inside story on how a half-century of shoe-making experience put it all together.
1. K-Frame. Unique biomechanical heel construction for maximum motion control and shock absorption. Also assists in proper alignment and balance of the foot with superior rear foot control and less strain on the lower limbs.
2. LMF Platform. High-density EVA insert for optimum lateral stabilization.
3. Poron." 4000. Non-collapsing cellular urethane. Exceptional shock absorption. Retains 95% resiliency during life of shoe.
5. Polyurethane, contoured, full-cushioned, removable insole.
5. Power and slip-lasted insole for enhanced flexibility.
6. Friction-resistant, padded collar.
7. Micro-cellular cushioned rubber sole. Long-wearing, high-density rubber heel-strike plate.
8. Two-piece EVA midsole. Grooved air corridor for forefoot flexibility.
9. Special selection, Full-Grain Leather upper with ballistic mesh.
10. Unique, hidden pocket in tongue.
11. KangaROOS exclusive foot-cradling Comfort Zone.
12. 3M Scotchlite reflective heel safety trim on tongue, heel, and side. Narrow, medium, and wide widths.
The "Special Edition". . . available nationwide.
👟
Look for this tag 3M
©1984 KangaROOS U.S.A., Inc. St. Louis, Missouri
Shoes With Pockets
U.S./Foreign Patents pending.
Here's a 1984 vintage Kangaroos sneaker ad for the "Awesome Aussie." This running shoe featured the Goodyear Indy 500 compound sole. The tread on that sole was based on the same tread that was also used on the 1984 Corvette. It's a bummer that 'Roos got picked up by Payless shoes as their distributor in the Unites States since they had a good brand back in the day.
Ad info is below:
1984 Jacksonville River Run
FRONT-RUNNER:
The Awesome Aussie
KangaROOS and Goodyear pioneer
the incredible "Indy 500"
Compound Sole.
Total teamwork: The footwork is jetfast and the footwear is KangaROOS' incomparable new star, "Aussie".... with Goodyear's "Indy 500" compound sole for extended mileage and unique tread design for improved traction. The "H" block tread was developed based on Goodyear's Eagle VR50 radial for the 1984 Corvette.
"Aussie", also features Poron °4000 for superior shock absorption, variable lacing, PU removable insole, stay-put polyamid laces, K-Lite compound midsole and wedge. Team KangaROOS wears "Aussie”. Because "Aussie”, runs to win. Team KangaROOS, champions at Jacksonville River Run and Gasparilla Distance Classic.
KangaROOS
1984 KangaROOS U.S.A., Inc.
St. Louis, Missouri
Shoes With Pockets.
U.S., Foreign Patents pending.
Here's a very old school 80s commercial for Kangaroos sneakers.
Adding to the sneaker history archive here's an old Kangaroos vintage sneaker advertisement from 1980. Keep your money wrinkled with the 'Roos pocket! 👟 💵
Ad info is below:
Now you CAN take it with you!
The pocket shoes.*
Every athlete in the family has a TAKE ALONG, problem . . . Here's the ideal solution . . . two permanent and concealed zippered pockets, skillfully crafted into every pair of KANGAROOS ... all combined in a comfortable, light weight, top performance running shoe. Ideal for locker, home and car keys . . . money and messages . . . etc.
Soon at better grade sporting goods and department stores.
*Pat. Pending @Envoys U.S.A., Inc. 1979 Maryland Heights, Mo. 63043
