7 Classic Reebok Sneakers That Never Go Out of Style

Few footwear companies possess the legacy and longevity that Reebok does. Founded in 1958 in the United Kingdom, the brand broke through in the U.S. market on the eve of the 1980s, quickly hitting big on the aerobics boom. By 1983, Reebok was doing $13 million in annual sales, providing the footing to expand from aerobics and tennis to that of basketball and beyond. During this decade, Reebok released breakthrough designs such as the Reebok Club C, Reebok Classic Leather and much more. The brand also invested in new performance technology such as the Reebok Pump, which allowed wearers to adjust the fit of their sneaker simply by pressing on the trademark Pump system — sending air pressure throughout the upper of the shoe. Over the course of the ’80s and ’90s, Reebok reached a variety of markets through unique designs tied to court sports, distance running and individual icons. Official endorsement from athletes such as Allen Iverson, Michael Chang and Shaquille O’Neal brought attention to the brand from a performance standpoint, offering visibility to Reebok releases when worn in competition. Off the court, celebrity endorsements from the likes of Whoopi Goldberg, Sigourney Weaver and Jay Z kept Reebok in the

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