Various Karhu, Patrick, Puma vintage sneaker ad from 1975

This vintage sneaker ad is from 43 years ago this month, in October 1975, for Carlsen Import Shoe Corp. featuring kicks by Karhu, MacGregor, Patrick, HJ-200 and the Puma 'Crack' shoe. The written content of this ad is amazing. Check out these descriptions...

first "This is the best"
then "Best I have seen"
then "These are the best leisure shoes on the market." 🤣

The HJ-200s side profile logo is like if you flipped the Puma profile logo to make it face the front of the shoe and it's also a bit reminiscent of the old Jaclar sneaker mark. We also like how this was mail order and the No. 146 shoe at the bottom they don't even show you what it looks like…

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​Ad info is below:

KARHU -The finest manufacturers of athletic shoes. Latest improved styles, quality-made, soft flexible nylon and leather uppers. The best in the industry—made in FINLAND. 

No. S.J.G. MacGregor. First quality shoes. Full grain white leather up-pers with 4 stripes. Your choice of blue or green stripes. Padded at ankle and heel. Padded arch sup-port. Molded long-wearing rubber soles. Excellent for training, jogging, gym. Sizes 7 to 12. School price: $15.95 Our sale: $9.75 

No. 2323. The finest nylon, leather-trimmed marathon, training, cross-country shoes on the market today. Lightweight, comfortable, 3/4" heel, rubber arch and insole, padded achilles. This is the best. Sizes 5-13. Our price: $25.95

No. 2310. Most comfortable and extra sturdy leather uppers. Great for all purposes—marathons, training, etc. Best I have seen. Sizes 5 to 13. Our price: $19.75

No. 24. These are the best leisure shoes on the market. Finest suede leathers, padded in all the important places. Colors available: blue, gold, tan, red, brown. Sizes 3 to 13. Our price: $17.95

No. HJ-200. Nylon uppers, leather trim. Triple sole. Corrugated new style, long-wearing. Full suede leather over toe, sides and back. We are direct importers; savings are substantial. Red, blue, gold. Sizes 4 to 13. Sale price: $10.95 

No. 146. Made in France by Patrick. A fine leisure shoe. Strong, non-slip suction sole. Royal, gold, brown, navy, blue jean, scarlet. Sizes 5 to 13. Retail price: $25.00. Sale price: $15.95 

No. 161. Puma "Crack" (Flipper). 585 pairs Puma "Crack" in royal blue only. Sizes 10, 101/2, 11, 111/2, 12, 121/2, 13 only. Retail price: $24.95 Our sale price: $15.75

No. 511. Made in France by Patrick. New, improved, lightweight training shoe. Double corrugated sole. Nylon and leather covered uppers. Royal blue or scarlet. Sizes 7 to 13. Sale price: $16.85 

Shipments made within 24 hours. Add $1.25 per pair for service charges. 

Carlsen Import Shoe Corp., 524 Broadway, New York , N.Y. 10012

Kinney NBA 1970s vintage sneaker ad

Here's another Kinney NBA branded sneaker ad from 1970s, this time they're going heavy on the adidas style 4 stripes theme. The first Kinney NBA ad from 1977 is here.

​Ad info is below:

Instead of one shoe with many purposes... 

we made many shoes with one purpose. 

KINNEY
NBA'S.

Kinney NBA's are made for every sport with one purpose in mind. To be everything the high-priced athletic shoes are-without the high price.

Kinney NBA's are for athletes who are serious about their sport, whether it's running, tennis, basketball, baseball, soccer, raquetball, softball, football—or any sport that moves you. We know that nothing beats winning. But, why play to win at all costs—when you can play to win for less.

Kinney NBA's. For men. For women. For everyone.

We play the game your way. $13.99-$29.99 

BASKETBALL

TRAINING 

TENNIS

SOCCER

JOGGING

SOFTBALL 

BASEBALL

RUNNING 

Kinney

The Great American Shoe Store 

Prices slightly higher outside Continental U S

Vintage 1980 Soma brand tennis shoes ad

Today we’re going to mix it up and post a pair of old school tennies. This ad is from 1980 from a brand called Soma. Soma was a sub brand of Mitsui & Co. based out of Japan and lasted from around 1976 to 1981. They were all about the Duolite sole. Btw, nice use of the Mercedes-Benz hood ornament to show how "classy" these sneakers were.

​Ad info is below:

STEP UP 

Introducing SOMA. The no-compromise tennis shoe for the no-compromise tennis player.

Your tennis shoes are a compromise between what your feet need, and what a shoe designer can give them. A tennis shoe must be flexible, yet offer firm support. It should also fit comfortably, absorb shock well, and be durable. 

In an effort to give you all that, conventional tennis shoes are built as a complicated structure of many little parts—each trying to do one job. Unfortunately, they can't do them all equally well. So your feet suffer. And so does your game.

Duolite. The no-compromise sole.

A SOMA tennis shoe is different. Simple, not complicated. Outside, it has the classy look you'd expect in a quality tennis shoe. But below, we've replaced all those little parts with our exclusive Duolite- sole—two layers of polyurethane permanently bonded together.

The layer closest to your foot is soft for comfortable shock absorption, and orthopedically molded for real support and fit The bottom layer is firmer, for superior durability and traction on any court surface. Together they're the first really new tennis shoe idea in decades. Tomorrow the world will be playing in SOMA. Today you can be the first player at your club to wear them. For more information, contact: SOMA Sports, Inc., 200 Park Ave., N.Y., N.Y. 10017. 

SOMA's exclusive Duolite" sole eliminates compromise—does the whole job with just two parts instead of many. 

SOMA It's as simple as that. 

SEE READER SERVICE PAGE FOR MORE INFORMATION

Etonic Eclipse 1980 vintage racing flat ad

Here's a 1980 ad for the Etonic Eclipse racing flat. The original vintage ad is available at our Rewind Running web store.

Ad info is below:

THE ECLIPSE RACING FLAT. NOW-YOU CAN TEST THE INNER LIMITS. 

In your race against time, you want a shoe that saves you precious seconds. The new Etonic Eclipse Racing Flat is a lightweight, flexible performer that helps yqu run the race you trained for.

A mere 7 ounces in size 8, the Eclipse is streamlined in all important areas. Our breathable oxi-mesh nylon upper is larninated to a special foam and perforated nylon tricot for light, cool racing comfort. The sole is a tough, dual rulbber compourid with two different treads. It provides lightweight cushioning throughout, and has a unique heel strike insert for extra durability.

Constructed on a, new specially designed last, the Etonic Eclipse better positions the foot for competitive running and features the Etonic rear-foot lacing system to give you greater control.

Add the Dr. Rob Roy McGregor* one-piece heel and arch support* that cushions the force of heel strike, and a non-stretch Etonic side bar for lateral support, and you've got a lightweight, high-performance racing flat worthy of the name Etonic.

Interested in eclipsing your best time? It's up to you. And Eclipse.

Etonic
Sports Footwear & Apparel

Tred 2 vintage sneaker resoling print ad from 1977

Prior to making high quality running shoes Tred 2 cut their teeth in footwear by repairing old running shoes. Rory Fuerst, who began Tred 2, now is the CEO of Keen.

Ad info is below:

Tred 2 1977 vintage sneaker print ad

Tred 2 makes the difference.

Before. 👟 After. 👟

Over 300,000 tennis, running, and athletic shoe owners have relied upon Tred 2 to turn their worn out "befores" into totally rebuilt "afters:' Our factory remanufacturing process includes new soles, new arch support and inner soles, new laces, and repair of cracks and tears. All for just $13.95. So instead of throwing them away, send them to Tred 2. You'll get them back just like new, but already broken in.

Tred 2, Inc.,
Dept. 100,
2510 Channing Avenue
San Jose, CA 951

Converse 1976 Coach vintage sneaker ad

Converse 1976 Coach vintage sneaker ad

The yellow Converse Coach Jogger sneakers from this ad are posted here.

For the up pulse, leg churning, muscle stretching condition…

Converse Coach athletic shoes. They help you endure.

This is it... Coach by Converse, the superbly made all around athletic shoe built to hang in with you whatever you do. Coach is available in a wide variety of suede, leather, canvas and nylon styles and colors suited to your game, on the field or off. Talk to your Converse dealer and tell him you want Coach. You'll look great together.

Converse an Eltra company

*Selected for use by the U.S. team for the 1976 Olympic Games in Montreal.

Stacy Adams Action 400's vintage sneaker ad

Here's a 1981 vintage sneaker ad from Stacy Adams & Weyenberg for the "Action 400's" series.

Ad info is below:

ACTION 400'S WE HAVE IT ALL UNDER THE COMPETITION.

Take a look at the competition. Then take a good look at Action 400’s. You’ll find the same high quality construction. The same attention to detail. The same lightweight, durable, shock absorbant features.

But you won’t find a similarity in price. That’s where we have it all under the competition. Action 400’s by Weyenberg and Stacy Adams. You’ll find just about everything the fancy names offer without the fancy prices. Take a good look. Then exercise your judgement.

WEYENBERG/stacyadams

Lazy Bones 1977 vintage sneaker ad

This is a 1977 Lazy Bones kids vintage sneaker ad. Lazy Bones was from St. Louis, MO which explains the Gateway Arch logo on the side profile.

On target for Spring

LAZY BONES

REG. U S. PAT. OFF. & CANADA. MADE IN U.S.A.

TODAY'S SHOES FOR TODAY'S CHILDREN

FOR FREE COLORING BOOK WRITE THE LAZY-BONES SHOEMAKERS, DEPT. 7912 BONHOMME AVE. • ST. LOUIS, MO. 6310

1981 JCPenney USA Olympics sneaker advertisement

JC Penney USA Olympics sneaker advertisement from 1981

You can check out the sneakers here. 👟👀

Quick! Which one is the $30 shoe?

None of them. They're all USA Olympics". And they're all under $20. With all the style, selection and attention to detail you thought you had to pay more for. Surprised that shoes that look this great cost so little? Wait until you see how well they're made. In styles for the whole family. Only at JCPenney.

Everytime you buy USA Olympics. JCPenney contributes 50¢ to the USA Olympic Committee. Prices slightly higher in Alaska. Hawaii, Puerto Rico. At most large JCPenney stores and through the catalog.

Men's and boys' jogger, $18

Men's and boys' nylon/suede basketball style oxford, $18

Canvas basketball shoes, Men's, 15.99 Boys', 14.99

Men's, women's tennis, $16

Women's jogging shoe, $18

Men's, women's lightweight athletic oxford, $18

JCPenney, you're my kind of shoe store.

JCPenney
1981, J. C. Penney Company. Inc.

1980s vintage ad for Rip-Offs kids sneakers

80s Rip-Offs vintage kids sneaker ad. "The only crime the is not having them!" 🤣

Ad info is below:

START YOUR OWN RIP-OFF'S GANG! 

Rip-Offs—they're sporty athletic shoes in a variety of styles and awe-some colors. Each pair comes with 4 different Velcro-backed colorful stickers that you can put on and rip off special spots on each shoe. You can choose from over 500 more stickers from the catalog that comes with each pair, so you can buy the ones you want swap them around. 

*If you don't want to cut the coupon — out, it's okay to just write the words MARVEL COMICS OFFER on your Rip-Off's mailer/order form. 

HERE'S A SUPER $2.00 SAVINGS ON YOUR FIRST RIP-OFF'S STICKER ORDER! 

Okay! I want to save $2.00 on my Rip-Off's sticker order! I have:

1. Bought a pair of Rip-Off's

2. Selected my stickers from the catalog

3. Filled out the mailer/order form

4. Taken $2 off the total price

5. Enclosed this filled out coupon with my order.' 

NAME  

AGE 

SHOE SIZE  

RIP-OFF'S The only crime the is not having them! 

RIP-OFF'S are United protected by pending United States and Foreign Patent applications
KIDS! CALL THE RIP-OFF'S SPECIAL HOT LINE FOR YOUR NEAREST RIP-OFF'S DEALER
(Monday through Friday, 9 am-5 pm, Eastern Standard Time) Limit one coupon per order.

Pro-Keds “Conquest” vintage sneaker ad from 1984

PRO-Keds “Conquest” vintage sneaker ad from 1984.

OUR SHOES ARE BETTER THAN YOUR SHOES.

The midsole is the heart of any running shoe. It helps protect you from injuries and it absorbs most of the shock. And of all the running shoes, only one comes with a midsole guarantee. The Pro-Keds Conquest.

WE DON'T CLAIM OUR MIDSOLES LAST THE LIFE OF THE SHOE. WE GUARANTEE IT.

Unlike the common EVA midsole that loses up to 75% of its resiliency after 300 miles, the Conquest's EVA/Polyisoprene midsole retains most of its shock absorbent properties for the life of the shoe. And should it ever go dead before the outsole wears out, we'll do something unheard of. We'll give you a brand new pair of Conquests with no questions asked.

And this revolutionary midsole isn't the only feature that sets the Conquest apart from all the competition. The Conquest also has an incredibly tough Indy 500® heel plug for heavy heel strikers. It has a fully molded heel counter that reduces excessive foot motion so there's less strain on the lower back, knees and Achilles tendons. And it even has a 3M ScotchLite® reflective trim that reflects car headlights up to 200 yards away.

The new Pro-Keds Conquest. It's a better running shoe than the shoe you're using now. And isn't that reason enough to switch?

PRO-KEDS. WE COME TO PLAY.
1983 Keds Corp., Div. of Stride Rile Corp., 5 Cambridge Ctr., Cambridge, MA 02142 (800-428-6575).

New Balance SuperComp vintage sneaker ad from 1978

Here’s a cool old sneaker advertisement for the New Balance SuperComp runners from 1978.

Ad info is below:

SuperComp Solid, lightweight competition flat with durable airspring sole of Lydec®. The stretch foam insole minimizes friction and heat build-up, while the breathable polyester-mesh upper maximizes ventilation. With snug heel counter, soft tricot-lined Achilles tendon pad, and brush configuration sole for excellent traction on roads and synthetic tracks. Men and women, 31/2AA-I5EEEE, in Yellow/Orange/Red with White trim. 

Width sizing means fit, comfort and performance. 

See your local authorized New Balance dealer, or send for our free color catalog. 38 Everett Street Boston, Massachusetts 02134 

new balance athletic shoes usa

Saucony 80s vintage sneaker advertisement

Cool old school sneaker advertisement from 1980 featuring the Saucony Hornet, Trainer 1980, Ms. Gripper and Dove II. This original vintage Saucony sneaker print ad is available at our web store Rewind Running.

Ad info is below:

SAUCONY SHOEMAKERS

combine old-fashioned craftsmanship with modern technology to produce some of the finest running shoes in the world. 

We've been making quality shoes along the Saucony Creek in Kutztown since 1898. These four craftsmen alone represent a combined total of 135 years of shoemaking experience. Saucony makes a full line of running shoes for men and women ... quality training and racing flats retailing from $20 to $30. All made in the Pennsylvania Dutch tradition for craftsmanship available to your favorite running shop or sporting goods dealer from five warehouses across the country. That's Saucony (SOCK-a-knee) running shoes. Ask for them by name. 

Hornet: Ranked #1 for rearfoot impact absorption and called "an excellent shoe. Very good construction, excellent buy. We recommend this shoe highly." Available in widths. 

Trainer 1980: Made with soft foam replacing the insole board, it was given a #1 ranking for flexibility, and listed as "A brand new excellent shoe ... We recommend this shoe." 

Ms. Gripper: Cited for "Excellent rearfoot cushioning," this shoe has a pre-molded fiber counter for maxi-mum heel stability. Features open-nylon mesh uppers and waffle-type studsole. 

Dove II: RW noted, "Excellent rear-foot impact protection ... Best buy for the money. We recommend it." This shoe features full nylon uppers. Its sole has non-slip suction cup design tread.

saucony SHOE MFG. CO., INC.
A Subsidiary of Hyde Athletic Industries, Inc.
12 Peach St., Kutztown, PA 19530 (215) 683-8711

Tred2 "Double D" vintage sneaker ad ​

Tred 2 "Double D" Vintage sneaker print ad. Another cool old sneaker brand that was made in the USA back in the day.

DOUBLE D:
THE ONE SHOE THAT DELIVERS THE TWO THINGS YOUR FOOT NEEDS MOST.

Rearfoot stability and forefoot cushion. That's hard to get in one shoe. That's why TRED 2 invented some-thing called the Double Durometer midsole. A durometer is a measure of firmness or softness of a material. We made the Double with two different ones because your foot wants it that way. When it hits, your rear-foot needs a thicker cushion for shock absorption and then a firmer density midsole for stability and prevention of over-pronation. Your fore-foot needs a softer midsole for easy flex and cushion on toe-off. With the TRED 2 Double D'," your foot doesn't have to com-promise.

Your heel gets a durometer of 35. Your forefoot gets one of 30. Your eye will see the difference in color and your foot will feel it in comfort. Combine Double D"with a light nylon upper reinforced with suede for durability. A unique flex tip for increased forward mobility. And a two-level honeycomb outer sole for superior traction and longer wear. It all adds up to only 297 grams (size 9). The TRED 2 Double D. Because your foot wants the best of two shoes when it can only wear one.

TRED 2 SPORT SHOES
2510 Channing Avenue
San Jose, CA 95131

Converse 1975 All Star International Track shoe ad

Here's a 1975 vintage sneaker ad by Converse for the All Star International Track shoe ad

To the rigors of training, we’ve brought the style of champions. Converse All Star Training shoes. They color the action.

International track shoe design, Converse All Star quality and three different styles in suede or smooth leather with uppers of white, red, gold or blue combine to make a fine, tough, good looking athletic shoe for use in the most rigorous conditioning ... warm-ups, jogging, calisthenics, or plain casual wear. See your Converse sporting goods dealer and let him show you these beautifully made, colorful training shoes.

★ Converse an Eltra company

Selected for use by the U.S.team for the 1976 Olympic Games in Montreal.

Vintage Cougar brand "cat-quick" sneaker print ad

Not to be confused with Puma, Cougar is an obscure old school Canadian sneaker brand from Hamilton, Ontario. We dig that these are both "cat-quick" and “styled for action and traction.”

Ad info is below:

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COUGAR

COUGARS. FOR THE GAMES PEOPLE PLAY

Play like a winner, look like a winner, in cat-quick Cougar Action Footwear. Styled for action and traction. Choose from eight great colour combinations crafted in real leather or suede. Under $25.00 at better shoe stores everywhere. Go get 'em!

Styled for action and traction!

SUSAN SHOE INDUSTRIES LIMITED, HAMILTON, ONTARIO

Kinney shoe store 1977 NBA vintage sneaker print ad

Here’s a Kinney shoe store print ad for their 1977 NBA vintage sneakers. If you want to see an actual pair of these ultra rare upside down swoosh logo sneakers we posted a pair for sale here.

Ad info is below:

🏀🎾👟⚽

If you buy an athletic shoe by name, remember this one.

Kinney NBA.

Kinney NBA. A great name in sports joins forces with a great name in footwear. And the result is quality. NBA athletic shoes have most of the same features you'd expect from a high-priced label. Full arch support, reinforced stress points, wrap-around heel and toe protection, padded tongue and heel. But they're priced far less. So get ready for action. Step into a pair of Kinney NBA's. With two great names on the same label, you can't go wrong.

Kinney
The Great American Shoe Store