The History of Trainers - Part One
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In the first of our four part series looking at the world
history of trainers, we look at the period from 1917 to 1972.
This period includes a selection of some of the first trainers
produced including the Stan Smith from Adidas and the Pro-Keds
Royal Plus.
1917 - Converse All Star Launched in 1917 and taking the Chuck
Taylor name from 1923 in honour of the world famous basketball
player, the shoe has been a favourite in the music world and has
been associated with Snoop Dogg and bands including The Ramones
and The Strokes. The shoe also featured in the film "I, Robot"
starring Will Smith. The trainer's classic status, history and
styling should mean it is around for many years to come.
1964 - Adidas Stan Smith Quality design and still popular across
the world since it's launch as the first all-leather performance
tennis shoe. The shoe has been re-issued in many colours over
the years but this is the classic white model, combining retro
and athletic fashion. These trainers go with any outfit.
1968 - Puma Suede The basic design of these trainers, coupled
with the wide variety of colours, these are one of the world's
best loved shoes. The 1990s brought about a revival of these
Puma classics which can be worn with virtually anything and
still look good.
1969 - Adidas Superstar This was the first low top basketball
shoe to be made and is known by millions as the "shell toe", a
feature that was included to protect the toes of the players. A
favourite on the hip hop scene with its chunky fit and styling,
Run-DMC released the song "My Adidas" in recognition of the
shoe. The trainer, worn by basketball legend Kareem Abdul Jabbar
when they were released, can be seen worn across the globe today
including in every US prison!
1971 - Pro-Keds Royal Plus Available as either a high or low
top, these trainers were easily recognisable by their red and
navy stripes. Developed for the basketball court, these Keds
were worn by Nate Archibald of the Kansas City Kings.
1972 - Adidas SL 72 With the 'SL' standing for Super Light,
these trainers were designed for the 1972 Olympics in Munich and
were incredibly light. These trainers featured a built in heel
counter and were re-issued in 2004.
That's it for the first instalment, next time we will look at
the period up to 1987 which includes the birth of the mighty
Jordan.
About the author:
Trainershack.co.uk sells authentic discount Nike trainers,
Reebok trainers, Adidas trainers, Puma trainers and more online
with free delivery and up to 50% off High Street prices.
http://www.trainershack.co.uk
In the first of our four part series looking at the world
history of trainers, we look at the period from 1917 to 1972.
This period includes a selection of some of the first trainers
produced including the Stan Smith from Adidas and the Pro-Keds
Royal Plus.
1917 - Converse All Star Launched in 1917 and taking the Chuck
Taylor name from 1923 in honour of the world famous basketball
player, the shoe has been a favourite in the music world and has
been associated with Snoop Dogg and bands including The Ramones
and The Strokes. The shoe also featured in the film "I, Robot"
starring Will Smith. The trainer's classic status, history and
styling should mean it is around for many years to come.
1964 - Adidas Stan Smith Quality design and still popular across
the world since it's launch as the first all-leather performance
tennis shoe. The shoe has been re-issued in many colours over
the years but this is the classic white model, combining retro
and athletic fashion. These trainers go with any outfit.
1968 - Puma Suede The basic design of these trainers, coupled
with the wide variety of colours, these are one of the world's
best loved shoes. The 1990s brought about a revival of these
Puma classics which can be worn with virtually anything and
still look good.
1969 - Adidas Superstar This was the first low top basketball
shoe to be made and is known by millions as the "shell toe", a
feature that was included to protect the toes of the players. A
favourite on the hip hop scene with its chunky fit and styling,
Run-DMC released the song "My Adidas" in recognition of the
shoe. The trainer, worn by basketball legend Kareem Abdul Jabbar
when they were released, can be seen worn across the globe today
including in every US prison!
1971 - Pro-Keds Royal Plus Available as either a high or low
top, these trainers were easily recognisable by their red and
navy stripes. Developed for the basketball court, these Keds
were worn by Nate Archibald of the Kansas City Kings.
1972 - Adidas SL 72 With the 'SL' standing for Super Light,
these trainers were designed for the 1972 Olympics in Munich and
were incredibly light. These trainers featured a built in heel
counter and were re-issued in 2004.
That's it for the first instalment, next time we will look at
the period up to 1987 which includes the birth of the mighty
Jordan.
About the author:
Trainershack.co.uk sells authentic discount Nike trainers,
Reebok trainers, Adidas trainers, Puma trainers and more online
with free delivery and up to 50% off High Street prices.
http://www.trainershack.co.uk
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