Converse

[DrPat]

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?

[pechelman]

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.

[NickD]

@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.

[pechelman]

Yes I knew why it exists, but Chuck 70s used to have full rubber outsoles, which is one reason they cost more.

[tody]

@DrPat buyee.jp would be my first stop

[pechelman]

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.

[Oaktavia]

@pechelman huh that's weird my low top custom 70s have rubber soles. Look great in the photo!

[pechelman]

How long ago did you get them @Oaktavia ?

Reddit is saying this happened within the last 9 or so months.

[Oaktavia]

@pechelman I ordered mine last spring I think April or May. Is that the case for all Chuck 70s? I really liked that they used rubber dangit.

[pechelman]

I think so from what I'm reading unfortunately. Thankfully they have a very easy return policy. Might be worth buying in person tho if you have any doubts since it's really hard to tell by the photos online

[Oaktavia]

@pechelman well I was fixing to make a custom order similar to yours next. Oh well. I'll still go for it bc having the indigo denim is worth it to me.

[pechelman]

I do really dig the denim on these. Looking forward to seeing how they fade. Lmk if you want that coupon @Oaktavia

[Oaktavia]

@pechelman

[Denimhead 0]

[Oaktavia]

@Denimhead-0 dude! Those are rad. What are those??

[yannis]

@Denimhead-0 . I like those also. Like @Oaktavia said what are they

[truby]

Imho better than chucks…. (More comfy, last longer, better materials & you can get them in canvas, better fitting, unfortunately several times more expensive…)

Common projects - tournament low. Good luck finding them….

[Denimhead 0]

@Oaktavia said in Converse:

@Denimhead-0 dude! Those are rad. What are those??

Converse Renew Chuck 70, got them lightly PreOwned on fleabay

[Oaktavia]

@Denimhead-0 that is so awesome I want a pair