Converse
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@SKT thanks for this awesome idea! I just put in an order for blacked out denim low tops. I was tempted to do an indigo heel strip or elsewhere but I opted for the murdered out look. I think I may end up putting in another one for indigo high tops too later on. I had messed around with a pair and went with indigo everything with black rubber everywhere. Not sure if I would go with the black rubber or just go with classic blue and white/natural....open to hear opinions! Anyway, thanks again for posting about your denim chucks. I would not have known about them if not for you.
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@Oaktavia I personally would go with the white bottoms. They also have a hickory stripe pattern on there I was eyeing.
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@Oaktavia man that’s awesome and I can’t wait to see ‘em! I think either sole would look good…just gotta go with your gut. Mine are still in the closet and going to be a Father’s Day gift so I’ve got to wait another month before I can break them out. The whole customization thing is so cool…well done Converse.
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@SKT forum members are easy to shop for, that is for sure! Mine will take about a month to make, according to the email. So perhaps we will be posting ours around the same time
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I have been wearing these around for about a month. All black denim custom low top 70s. I went for the comfort insole too which feels cushy and comfortable. I will likely put in an order for indigo denim high tops at some point later on. I have always been a fan of monochrome black chucks. I've had a few high top versions.
I think I read online somewhere that Converse uses a 17oz denim for their shoes. Feels that way and makes sense for shoes. Not sure where I read that though.
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A friend in the EU is looking to get made in Japan converse. Any recommendations on the best way to go about this in order to avoid resellers. A quick google search didn’t turn up any retailers. Perhaps using a Japanese proxy service would be the best option?
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Got the denim chuck 70s today, they definitely fit different than the plain Jane canvas variety and have a couple different notable features. These have a good bit more volume above the toes which is fantastic. I always have to wear the thinnest socks with my og black canvass. Also there's a rubber side patch on side sole of the denim ones whereas it's just a stitched canvas piece on the of. Lastly, while going with the same size would have worked just fine, I ended up ordering a size up just to try and ended up deciding to keep those. The rubber side patch ended up having a weird pressure point, that I think would have broken in just fine, but the half size up felt really comfy and fit secure. There's enough toe box room on these I'm considering a nice pair of insoles for more support.
Lastly, one negative imo, these do not have the all rubber bottom tread of the ct70 but instead have the soles with a high percentage of felt in them. Not sure how these will wear or grip but a little disappointed in that. Will share some pictures tomorrow.
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@pechelman the felt wears off pretty quick on my pairs. IFAIK it's there so they get import tax as slippers not shoes as they come in to some countries.
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Apparently Converse/Nike have updated the chuck 70s to remove almost all the upgrades over the all stars; rubber outsole and reinforced lining around the heel and outer foot. Also the mid sole seems to be a bit different color than my other pair. I was on the fence to just return both but I did finally decide to keep a pair given the discount. I would have returned these at the full price. Guess these changes were made for tariff protection?
Either way, as promised, here's a pic of them with some 18oz vintage 634s.
Lastly, I've got one 30$ off 100$ code to give to anyone who needs it good for September. The only condition I have is that you have to post what you got here in the thread.
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@pechelman huh that's weird my low top custom 70s have rubber soles. Look great in the photo!
