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Nike Blazer Mid 77

89

Good

Any color

$105 $76

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Nike Dunk High

90

Good

Any color

$130 $70

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Asics EX89

91

Great

Any color

$110 $50

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New Balance 996

88

Good

$220 $136

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Jordan Legacy 312 Low

91

Great

$130 $71

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New Balance 580

87

Good

$150 $93

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Vans Slip-On

92

Great

$55

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Vans Authentic

91

Great

$55

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New Balance 998

87

Good

$185 $166

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Reebok Phase Court

88

Good

$85 $30

Save 65%

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Converse Chuck 70 Low Top

92

Great

$85 $60

Save 29%

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New Balance 990 v3

91

Great

$185

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Nike Air Max 98

89

Good

$170 $65

Save 62%

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Vans SK8-Hi

92

Great

$75

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Vans Era

89

Good

$55 $40

Save 27%

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New Balance 990 v1

94

Superb

$165 $150

Save 9%

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New Balance 991 v1

89

Good

$220 $163

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Adidas LA Trainer

94

Superb

Out of stock in all 41 shops

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Weight
- 10.6oz - 12.3oz (7)
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- 14.1oz - 15.9oz (13)
- 15.9oz and above (8)

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