Here’s a rare piece of Saucony history from 1977 featuring their Speedstar and Streak model spiked track and field runners. This original vintage Saucony sneaker print ad is available at our web store Rewind Running.
Ad info is below:
Saucony's new track spikes weigh less and cost less than the foreign makes ... but they aren't as good. THEY'RE BETTER.
8828 SPEEDSTAR
8828 SPEEDSTAR - Designed for distance, ideal for many T&F events. Weight: 53/4 oz. with spikes. Running heel double cushioned for comfort & safety. Durable 3-ply nylon upper \Ai/supportive suede. Chevron spike plate. Firm heel counter. Shank support. Padded ankle collar, tongue & Achilles tendon protector. Blue w/white Saucony SupportStripe. Sizes 6-13, 14.
ALSO MADE FOR WOMEN: 8824 SCAT--Sizes 5-11.
8830 STREAK- The ultimate sprint shoe. Weight: 51/2 oz. with spikes. Durable 3-ply nylon upper w/ supportive suede. Chevron spike plate. Padded ankle collar, tongue & Achilles tendon protector. Firm heel counter. Shank support. Extra heel padding. White w/ dyeable suede Saucony SupportStripe. Sizes 3-13, 14.
8830 STREAK
CHEVRON CLAW SPIKE PLATE provides maximum traction. 33 chevron-shaped claws are scientifically patterned on a tough, lightweight nylon bed with 7 receptacles. Shoes come with 6 inter-changeable position needle-point steel spikes (12 mm.) and one plug (I,A.A.F. specification). This design has proven most effective in maintaining maximum balanced traction on regular or synthetic track surfaces, wet or dry.
Saucony sports shoes: quality crafted in the U.S.A. Check them out.
saucony SHOE MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC.
A Subsidiary of Hyde Athletic Industries, Inc. 12 Peach St-, Kutztown, Pennsylvania 19530 (215) 683-8711
