Starting Line Sports 'The Complete Runner's Catalog' Fall 1977

Here’s a great relic of sneaker history - the Fall 1977 Starting Line Sports 'The Complete Runner's Catalog'. This catalog features old school running shoes and apparel from various brands including Nike, Adidas, Asics Tiger, Converse, Brooks, Pony, Etonic, Puma and New Balance. We’ve scanned a few pages of the catalog and added them below. If you want the only original hard copy of this catalog we have posted it over at our RewindRunning.com shop.

If you dig the sneakers in this catalog we carry brand new retro Puma Easy Riders, Adidas TRX, Adidas Formula 1 and more on our retro sneaker shop page.

'The Complete Runner's Catalog' Fall 1977

Starting Line Sports

Training Shoes

2-a Brooks Villanova. Your number one value in a long distance training shoe. The Villanova offers full features of shoes costing up to $10 more. Very wide heel and leather heel-cup counter combine for maximum stability. Excellent cushioning with arch supports, fully padded ankle, foam and fabric insoles. Long wear. Blue nylon uppers with orange stripes and heel tab. Sizes: 4-12 $19.95

2-b New Balance 320. Features wide built-up heel for stability and Achilles tendon protection. Mid-sole and heel wedge give ultimate cushioning and shank support. Full ankle pad and leather heel counter. Unique "instep saddle" adds arch and longitudinal support and eliminates the need for constrictive lacing to the toe. Blue nylon uppers are lined to virtually eliminate blisters and breakin time. Three widths and a wide size selection assures a glove fit for every runner. (Note: We ship shoes as provided by the New Balance factory, either in new style shown or style pictured in our Spring '77 catalog. Absolutely no difference in quality or features. Sizes: 3½-15. Widths B, D, E. $27.95

2-с Puma 9194 Easy Rider. Puma's deep cushion, "waffle-type" sole training shoe, with the deepest "waffles" yet offered for run-ners. It's an excellent choice for trail, grass and hill running, yet easy going on roads. Hard black rubber sole with cleat shaped "waffles" means miles of wear. Flared sole is 3¼" wide at heel, with a deep cushion mid-sole and heel wedge for ultimate cushioning and Achilles tendon protection. Rounded heel and toe enhance natural heel strike and toe off. White nylon uppers with blue stripe. Sizes: 7-12... $34.95

2-d Etonic KM. This excellent training shoe features the unique McGregor Heel Arch Support. Designed by a runner/foot doctor, this support cradles the heel with a synthetic foam material that molds to your foot shape. It eliminates heel movement and insures perfect position of the foot at heel strike. Also gives arches superior support. Wide flared heel with elevated heel wedge rolled for natural heel strike. High-wide toe box for freedom of movement. Royal blue nylon uppers with white leather stripe. Sizes: 7-12...$24.95

Adidas TRX. For the first time, Adidas offers a "waffle-type" flared heel shoe. Flared mid-sole is grooved for lightness and proper sole flex to allow natural foot roll. Thin hard black rubber "waffled" sole is flexible yet long wearing. Heel is slightly rolled for natural heel strike without sacrifice of cushioning. One piece nylon uppers form seamless toe for blister free comfort. Leather toe reinforcement and full leather heel-cup counter. Royal blue uppers, lime-yellow stripes and heel wedge. Sizes: 7-12...$27.95

3-a Nike LD-1000V. The new version of the LD-1000 features a slightly narrower (80mm wide) flared heel which is suitable for all types of runners on any running surface, and particularly good on rough trails, grass and unpredictable terrain. New heel lugs give extra stability at heel strike and add wear to Nike's patented waffle sole. This model is the same as its predecessor in all other respects, and like the LD-1000 it is designed to allow runners to insert prescribed orthotics. Cool. breathable mesh nylon uppers. Yellow with orange

swoosh stripe. Sizes: 7-12 $39.95

3-ах Nike LD-1000. Same color. Special use: prescribed for athletes requiring the extra stability of this very wide shoe; not for the average runner. Sizes: 7-12 $39.95

Brooks Delta. New tri-stud black rubber sole allows natural heel strike without impeding momentum or stride pattern, then grips firmly against back edge of studs for added thrust as you drive off. This outstanding new sole configuration is made in Germany of the highest quality materials. A slightly firmer mid-sole offers improved cushioning without bottoming out or excessive ma terial fatigue. Excellent sole flex. Blue nylon uppers, with yellow stripes, heel patch and speed laces.

Sizes: 6-12 & $23.95

3-c Adidas Nite Jogger. Designed in the tradition of the famous Adidas Country, this shoe protects you while running at night, dusk, dawn or in the rain. A unique phosphorescent stripe of material sewn into the heel counter, together with international orange Adi-stripes, tongue and heel patch, reflect headlights. First quality running shoe to boast Cangoran synthetic leather uppers. Gillie speed lacing like the SL-76. One of Adidas' softer cushioned soles.

Flared gum rubber outer sole for stability and long wear. Sizes: 7-12. $30.95

3.d Nike Waffle Trainer. The choice of many top runners. Thick cushioned mid-sole, together with thin hard black rubber waffle sole give maximum comfort, protection and sole flex. Cupped heel counter, wide flared heel give excellent stability. Built up heel protects from Achilles tendon strain. Rounded sole at toe and heel enhances natural foot plant and toe off. Fully padded ankle and heel collar. Nike's patented waffle sole gives extra cushioning and traction on any surface. Blue nylon uppers with yellow stripe. Sizes: 7-12. $28.95

3-e Adidas Formula I. Features a revolutionary, extended "spoiler" heel with the flex and curvature for unsurpassed stability upor heel strike. Added thrust is created as the spoiler rolls you quickly and naturally onto the ball of the foot. Molded cellular polyurethane mid-sole allows lightness with superior cushioning. Flexible, cleated outer sole for traction and long wear. Black nylon and leather up. pers with lime-yellow trim. (Our staff personally tested this shoe and recommend it only for the experienced runner for high speed training runs and relatively flat training courses.) Try this exciting new shoe and decide for yourself just how the Formula I innovation meets your training shoe requirements. Sizes: 7-12. $37.95

Vintage Runner's World Magazines 'Outstanding Shoes of 1979' insert - Page 2

Here’s another vintage insert from Runner's World Magazines with the first set of their 'Outstanding Shoes of 1979' and featuring various awesome vintage running shoes of the 1970s from EB Brutting, Etonic, New Balance, Nike, Osaga, Saucony, (Asics) Tiger, and Tred 2. The original authentic print version of this insert is available over at our RewindRunning.com shop. You can check out page 1 featuring vintage running shoes of the 1970s by adidas, Braun Bilt, Brooks, Converse, Diadora and EB Brutting here.

Page info is below:

TOP SHOES AT A GLANCE

Runner's World Magazines Outstanding Shoes of 1979

EB Brutting Sao Paulo

RW-5 Star (Men's Racing) RW-4

Etonic KM 501

RW-4 Star (Men's Training)

Etonic Lady Street Fighter

RW-4 Star (Women's Training)

Etonic Street Fighter

RW-4 Star (Men's Training)

New Balance Cross-Country

RW-4 Star (Men's Racing)

New Balance 320

RW-5 Star (Men's Training)

New Balance Trail

RW-5 Star (Men's Training) RW-5

New Balance Women 320

RW-5 Star (Women's Training)

Nike Elite

RW-5 Star (Men's Racing)

Nike Lady Waffle Trainer

RW-4 Star (Women's Training)

Nike LD-V

RW-5 Star (Men's Training)

Nike Roadrunner I

RW-4 Star (Men's Training)

Nike Senorita Cortez I

RW-4 Star (Women's Training)

Nike Sting

RW-4 Star (Men's Racing)

Nike Waffle Racer

RW-5 Star (Men's Racing)

Osaga Caliente

RW-4 Star (Men's Training)

Osaga Feather

RW-4 Star (Women's Training)

Saucony Dove II

RW-4 Star (Women's Training)

Saucony Hornet

RW-5 Star (Men's Training)

Saucony Ms Gripper

RW-4 Star (Women's Training)

Saucony Trainer 1980

RW-5 Star (Men's Training)

Tiger Enduro

RW-4 Star (Men's Training)

Tiger Tigress

RW-5 Star (Women's Training)

Tred 2 Lady Zephyr

RW-4 Star (Women's Training)

Various 1970s running shoes vintage Nike, Brooks, adidas, Puma, New Balance and more

Here’s a 1977 vintage sneaker ad for Starting Line Sports featuring vintage runners from Nike, Brooks, adidas, Puma, New Balance, Etonic, Tiger and Converse. This original vintage Starting Line Sports print ad is available at our web store RewindRunning.com.

Outside of that, seeing as today is New Year’s Day, we hope everyone has a very Happy New Year and an awesome 2023.

Ad info is below:

You demand the best.

We've got them!

Nike LD-1000 V

New Balance 320

Adidas Formula I

Puma Easy Rider

Adidas TRX

Brooks 430 Vantage

Etonic KM Street Fighter

Tiger Ohbori

Brooks Texan

Tiger Spartan B

Nike Vainqueur

Brooks Victress

Nike Waffle Trainer

Adidas Runner

Nike Elite

Converse World Class Trainer

Brooks 430 Delta

Tiger Montreal

You rate only the best. That's just what you get when you order from Starting Line Sports. Highest quality. Top manufacturers. Widest selection. For the finest in running shoes, you can depend on Starting Line Sports.

Vintage New Balance Trail, Supercomp, 320 and CrossCountry 1970s running shoes

Here’s a 1977 vintage ad for New Balance featuring some awesome old school sneakers including the Trail, Supercomp, 320 and CrossCountry.

Ad info is below:

We make shoes for runners. You may have heard about our New Balance 320 — the top-ranked training shoe in last year's Runner's World rating. But we manufacture a half-dozen other models as well, all just as carefully crafted, including two brand-new shoes specially designed for cross-country work yet tough enough for top performance on hard surfaces. And the new line features several refinements on last year's models: Fuller. boxier toes. Higher, tricot-lined heel counters. Flared soles for increased stability. New Poron 4000 insoles for greater comfort and breathability. Plus New Balance's unique combination of width sizing and total comfort. We give you a run for your money.

FOUR TO GO.

320: Runner's World rated last year's 320 the best training shoe available, but we haven't been standing around on our laurels. This year's model adds Poron' 4000 insoles, a more spacious toe, a padded. fuller heel counter, and new comfort modifications to the upper. We've also introduced a slight serration to the midsole from ball of toot to shank, for softer, suppler flex as well as unparalleled shock attenuation. Our 320 is still the ultimate training shoe. Men and women. 3'/2AA to 15EEEE. in Royal Blue with White trim.

Trail: Designed for trail training but tough enough for road work too, our new Trail has a rounded-stud sole of Alphacrepe that sheds dirt and mud easily without sacrificing traction on wet or sandy surfaces. The Sottcrepe midsole/ wedge combination provides excellent anti-shock cushioning. Backed with 1:6" tricot foam for maximum comfort and breathability, the circular-knit polyester-mesh upper actually wicks off excess heat and moisture. Men and women. 31/2AA to 15EEEE. in Electric Blue with Red midsole.

SuperComp: Bright-colored and better, only the name is the same as last year's SuperComp. The breathable polyester-mesh upper maximizes ventilation and allows your foot to "work" freely. The Poron • 4000 insole reduces other friction and heat build-up, while the new wedge; midsole combination of Levitate reduces weight while increasing shock absorbency. The brush-con-figuration sole is ultra-durable Lydec*. for excellent traction on roads and synthetic tracks. Men and women, 31 AA to 15EEEE, in Sunburst Yellow. Burnt Orange, and Flare Red.

CrossCountry: Our new off-road competition shoe that's tough enough and cushioned enough for hard surfaces too. The light, flexible. studded Alphacrepe sole maximizes traction while minimizing dirt pick-up. The soft, comfortable upper incorporates our new, higher toe design for increased lateral support and ampler toe space. Men and women. 31/:AA to 15EEEE, in Burnt Orange with White trim.

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New Balance 1978 vintage Trail 355 and 320 running shoes sneakers

Here’s a cool old vintage ad for the New Balance 1970’s vintage Trail 355 and 320 running shoes. These sneakers are from 1978. If you’re interested in New Balance products we have affiliate linked to their website below. The original vintage sneaker print ad is available at our web store RewindRunning.com.

Ad info is below:

You Make the Choice.

New Balance for trails...

New Balance for roads...

New Balance Trail 355

New! Designed for training on grass, trails and dirt, as well as on the road. Excellent cushioning in the ball of foot and heel provides maximum shock absorption. High-quality carbon rubber stud sole for durability and trac-tion. Cool polyester mesh upper. Instep sad-dle lacing adds arch and longitudinal support, while eliminating constrictive lacing to the toe. Royal blue with yellow trim. Men's Trail in sizes 6-13, widths B & D

$29.95

New Balance 320

Top 10 rated trainer by Runner's World for the second year in a row. One piece nylon upper with a new broader toe area for blister-free comfort. Soft cushion midsole is particu-larly good for the lightweight to average-weight runner. Wide built up heel, rolled for natural heel strike. Royal blue with white trim. Men's 320 in sizes 6-15, widths B & D (Order D width for normal width foot.) New! Women's 320 in sizes 4-10, widths B & D (B width for narrow foot.) $29.95

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New Balance Running Mates 1978 vintage ad featuring the 320 road training sneakers

Today we’ve got a 1978 vintage The Athlete’s Foot ‘Running Mates’ ad for the New Balance 320 road training shoes. This original vintage New Balance & The Athlete’s Foot print ad is available at our web store Rewind Running.

Ad info is below:

Running Mates
New for men and women from New Balance at The Athlete’s Foot stores.

Now — both men and women runners can enjoy all the new improvements of New Balance's 320 road training shoes. Fuller, boxier toes. One-piece uppers. Padded tongues and foam-backed heel cups. Both feature full-width size and arch-support saddle. The women's W320 is built on a special woman's athletic combination last for a snug, narrower fit. Another winner .. . New Balance's Trail W355 for women (pictured right). The perfect mate for the men's Trail 355 — the road training shoe you can also wear for trail and cross country. et the trained specialists at THE ATHLETE'S FOOT stores fit you in the shoes you need for your special needs. No one knows the athlete's foot like THE ATHLETE'S FOOT.

M320 -Men, W320 -Women, Royal Blue/White - nylon uppers

Foot Locker 1979 vintage sneaker ad featuring Nike, Adidas, Puma, Saucony, Converse, Tiger, Etonic, New Balance and Brooks

Here’s a 1979 vintage Foot Locker ad featuring old school running shoes from Nike, Adidas, Puma, Saucony, Converse, Tiger, Etonic, New Balance and Brooks.

Ad info is below:

as seriously as you take running

At Foot Locker, we have the perfect shoes for people who run. Both for men people. And for women people. Because we not only carry the most complete line of men's running shoes in America. We also carry the most complete about every size. women's running shoe collection. In stock. Some are shown below, many Right now. more aren't shown. We even have accessories and But we have them. Every major style from every major manufacturer. In just about every size. In stock. Right now. We even have accessories and clothing. We have it all. All under one roof.

Adidas TRX Comp, Converse World Class Trainer II, Brooks Vantage Supreme, Adidas Lady Dragon, Nike LDV, Brooks Lady Vantage, Tiger Corsair, Etonic Womens Street Fighter, Puma Womens Easy Rider, Adidas Orion, Nike Tailwind, Saucony 1980 Trainer, Nike Lady Waffle Trainer, New Balance 320

Foot Locker
America’s most complete athletic Footwear store.

New Balance 1979 W320 and W355 vintage trainers sneaker ad

Back again with another 1979 ad from New Balance featuring their W320 and W355 women’s trainers.

Ad info is below:

Two new road softeners for women.

Don't let the pavement pound your feet mercilessly. New Balance's top-rated W320 and W355 trainers for women provide superior protection and comfort, a precision fit in widths as well as lengths, and total performance. Both shoes are designed on a special woman's athletic combination last with box toe and two-sizes-narrower heel.

The new vinyl Achilles tendon pads and heel strips prevent slippage; the one-piece, foam-backed uppers provide glove-like comfort; the arch-support saddles cinch your feet snugly and firmly; and the tough, well-cushioned sole/wedge/midsole materials give durable protection. Both shoes display stylish new colors too — Cal Blue with White for the W320, and Cal Blue with Yellow for the W355 — and both come in women's sizes 4-10 and widths AA-D. (Sizes 11-12 avail-able at addition-al cost.)

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