Here’s a 1978 vintage commercial by Kinney Shoe Stores for their upside down swoosh and 4 stripe NBA branded sneakers. Kinney eventually went on to become the founder of what today is known as Foot Locker.
AAU 1980 upside down swoosh vintage sneaker ad
Today we've got a 1980 vintage sneaker ad for AAU featuring their upside down swoosh and stripe logo. If you want to see an actual pair of these we posted a different pair of AAU sneakers that resemble the vintage Nike LD-1000 here.
Ad info is below:
AAU SHOES
The Runaway Bestseller!
AAU Shoes speak volumes for themselves. They were designed to give you the ultimate in fit, comfort, style and durability. Feature for feature, you won't find a better value for the price. Long after the race is won and the miles are behind you, AAU Shoes will still be in good shape to go again.
AAU
USA
The Footwear of Champions
A shoe whose time has come.