Here’s a great old ad for New Balance’s Trail 355, 320, CrossCountry and SuperComp model running shoes from 1978. If you’re interested in these models we have posted other ads for them at the links below.
New Balance SuperComp 1978 vintage sneaker ad
New Balance Trail 355 1979 vintage running shoes ad
New Balance 1978 vintage ad featuring the 320 model retro running shoes
New Balance CrossCountry runners from 1978
New Balance 1979 ad featuring the W320 and W355 women’s trainers
Ad info is below:
TRAIL BLAZING
New Balance's Trail 355 is a new kind of trainer — one specifically designed to meet the performance and durability requirements of road training as well as trail or cross-country work. The new Nora-Tuff° outer sole Is composed of high-quality carbon rubber in a flat-head stud design — which means that the Trail 355 guarantees both road-flat durability and maximum rough terrain performance. An earlier version of this innovative shoe was rated number one (in ball and heel cushioning both) during the recent Runner’s World lab tests. The new Nora-Tuff sole combines this maximum shock attenuation with new radial-tire durability; and the rounded flat-head studs provide excellent traction on all surfaces, from mud, sand and snow to wet, slick asphalt. Add New Balance’s new boxier toe and snug-fitting heel counter, as well as the Trail 355’s foam-backed polyester-mesh upper for remarkable comfort and breathablIity, and you have a shoe that's not only blazing trails today, but will be setting the pace among trainers for years to come. Men and women, 31/2. to 15EEEE, in Royal Blue with Yellow.
Width Sizing Means Fit, Comfort and Performance.
320 Rated number one a year ago, this year's 320 is even better, with several important fit, comfort and performance improvements. New one-piece upper and padded tongue. New fuller, boxier toe resulting from a broader last design. New foam-backed tricot heel cup that fits snugly all around for improved support. New outer sole wrap at the toe for increased durability. And New Balance is still the only shoe company offering full width-sizing and an arch-support saddle. Men and women, 31/2AA to 15EEEE, in Royal Blue with White.
CrossCountry Off-road competition shoe that's durable and cushioned enough to take the hard surfaces too. The light, flexible, flared Alphacrepe sole has a studded configuration that maximizes traction while minimizing dirt pick-up; and the soft, comfortable upper and padded tongue incorporate New Balance's new broader and higher toe design. It's a light, very protective racing flat. Men and women, 31/2AA to 15EEEE, in Orange with White.
SuperComp Multi-colored and brush-soled, the SuperComp is New Balance's durable lightweight racing flat. The stretch foam insole minimizes friction and heat build-up while the breathable polyester-mesh upper maximizes ventilation. The soft crepe wedge/midsole combination offers reduced weight and increased shock absorbency, while the brush sole provides excellent traction on all surfaces. Men and women, 31/2AA to 15EEEE, in Yellow/ Orange/Red with White.
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