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New Balance XC72

92

Great

Any color

$120 $42

Save 65%

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ASICS Gel Lyte III

87

Good

Any color

$120 $70

Save 42%

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Vans Half Cab

86

Decent

Any color

$70 $40

Save 43%

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New Balance 57/40

88

Good

$137

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Vans SK8-Hi

92

Great

$75

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Vans Old Skool Pro

92

Great

$75 $50

Save 33%

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VEJA Volley

86

Decent

$144

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Nike Air Max 200

89

Good

$120 $70

Save 42%

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New Balance 993

92

Great

$221

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Nike Cortez 23 Premium Leather

94

Superb

$110 $100

Save 9%

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New Balance 991 v2

85

Decent

$337

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Nike Air Trainer 3

88

Good

$263

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Adidas Campus 2

82

Bad

$143

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Adidas LA Trainer

94

Superb

Out of stock in all 41 shops

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Forefoot stack
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Energy return
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Heel counter stiffness
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- Toshikazu Kayano (1)
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Discount
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- 30% - 49% (59)
- 30% and below (73)
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Weight
- Below 10.6oz (2)
- 10.6oz - 12.3oz (18)
- 12.3oz - 14.1oz (20)
- 14.1oz - 15.9oz (15)
- 15.9oz and above (12)

If you are looking for a quirky low-top from the 80s or a Y2K-themed platform kick, or simply anything old-school, you are in the right place. We have reviewed a diverse collection of retro sneakers, including vintage skating kicks, the most talked-about re-releases, and some revamped legendary silhouettes. The best part is that we don't discriminate. Our in-depth and detailed lab reviews are tailored for both OGs and the new generation of sneakerheads.

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