$55 | tretorn.com The Tretorn Nylite men’s tennis shoes, born in 1967, were regarded as the first luxury sports shoe. Natural canvas upper. Classic Gullwing logo. Textile lining and sockliner, Eco OrthoLite insole. Rubber cupsole.
UK Gear PT-1000 Running Shoes
Walk a Mile? Try Running 1,000.
UK Gear’s PT-1000 ($130) running shoes don’t look like anything special — at least until you notice the presence of the crown and sword logo, which signifies the British Military’s seal of approval. See, unlike your current trainers, a pair of PT-1000s are guaranteed to last for up to 1,000 miles of wear. The secret [...]
OBEY x Generic Surplus Plimsoll
Newport, Welcome to Cali
There are a million plimsolls (that’s British for rubber soled canvas shoe) out there vying to be your go to kicks for summer. These options from OBEY and Generic Surplus deserve special attention on your part thanks to how well they integrate classic boat shoe elements like work wear laces and metal eyelets. Their mesh [...]
Adidas Red & White ZX8000
Revamping a 20 Year Classic
The Adidas ZX 8000 isn’t a new shoe. In fact, the style is over 20 years old. This new red and white colorway simply gives the shoe a more modern look appropriate for the streets of 2011. Outside of the bold use of red and white, details like putting the classic 3-stripes underneath a layer [...]
Supra Belay Slip Ons
Subtly Skater
Fall and winter may be prime boot season, but if you love the feel of sneakers then these new for 2010 Supra Belay Slip Ons ($65) should work for casual occasions. Thanks to their slim low-profile and lace detailing, they’ve got a noticeably different look from the majority of sneakers found on every mannequin you [...]
K-Swiss Tubes Run 100
Kenny Powers Endorses Them. Need We Say More?
K-Swiss may be known for their classic tennis and street sneakers, but with theTubes Run 100 ($75)they’re hoping to change that. Sold in ten different color ways and looking aggressive as hell, the Tubes Run 100 feature a durable Aoasta II rubber outsole, stay tied laces, k-EVA midsole cushioning, and of course Tubes™ technology. Yeah [...]
Nike Air Max Skyline SI Men’s Running Shoe
Give Vans, Converse, and Keds a Break.
These Nike Air Max Skyline SI’s ($89) in orange blaze or lucky green are a good counter balance to the more neutral sneakers we’ve suggested for summer before. There are actually 8 other color options available in this style, but considering their darker looks we weren’t too thrilled with the thought of wearing them under [...]
New Balance M850RGW
Nothing Like Your Dad's Pair
Those not tuned in to the sneaker scene might be surprised to see a pair of New Balances “peacocking” with such a bright street inspired color package. Especially with the classic 850 shoe which was originally produced back in 1991. Well we’re here to enlighten you that this runner’s staple brand isn’t always about plain [...]
Keds Champion Chambray Sneakers
Summer Footwear Isn't Always About Pastels
Chambray has become the Kudzu of the fabric world, slowly coating every kind of men’s fashion product in its path. The latest victim: classic Champion sneakers by Keds, which are now available in two different chambray options of flint grey and navy. Compared to the solid canvas and jersey versions, the random white threads of [...]
Clae Ellington
Royal Name, Vassal Price
Looking for a comfortable but stylish alternative to Converse or Vans sneakers? Take a gander at the Clae Ellington ($95). Made from either canvas or leather, both materials enhance the shoe’s silhouette in different ways (styles and colorways after the jump) The leather is distinctly more modern, like the Generic Surplus Chukkas we featured a [...]
Adidas Originals Superstar 2 NBA 2010
Classic Basketball Style from 69' to Now
Adidas Original Superstars first graced the feet of basketball players back in 1969. They were the first low-top basketball sneaker to feature an all-leather upper and a rubber shell toe. Staying true to their heritage, this year’s Original Superstar 2 designed for the 2010 NBA season is about as classic as sneakers get while featuring [...]
Warrior Footwear Classics
Beijing Style You Can Now Call Your Own
Since 1935, Warrior Footwear has been a household name in China. Known as one of the original sporting shoe brands for Chinese athletes, not much has changed with these shoes despite the years that have passed, except that American’s now too have the chance to call a pair their own. That’s because two American exchange [...]
MBT Shuguli GTX
The Anti-Shoe
We know you’ve seen the commercials for toning sneakers on TV. Seriously, what guy isn’t a fan of the Reebok ads? Perhaps you’ve considered buying a pair for your girlfriend. Perhaps you’ve considered buying yourself a pair. No matter what your inclination may be, leave it up to Gear Patrol to find out what they’re [...]
Gucci Retro Leather Trainers
It's All in The Details
It’s time to throw pragmatism out the window, or at least put it on hold for the next paragraph or so. Clean and basic, with perfect amount of color flash for standing out in sea of Converse and Vans, these white lace-up leather trainers are a surprise find from a brand normally saddled in jet [...]