It just doesn’t get much better than this. New balance executed this 1984 advertisement perfectly. See, this is before the fall of the Soviet Union so it most definitely represents the times. Add to the fact they have 10 of their finest pieces of footwear in one ad with a good description of each and you have a truly historic ad from New Balance.
The following are the info for each shoe in the ad and gives you a little history lesson:
410- For the value conscious beginning low mileage runner.
460- For the Middle and higher mileage runners who seek superior cushioning and have no special motion control problems.
770- A soft forgiving shoe that also offers protection against knee injury.
990-For the runner who seeks superior comfort and motion control.
THE 700-A lightweight competitive training shoe designed to help serious runners run faster.
565- A durable shoe for those who run on a variety of terrains.
670- For higher mileage runners who seek a light firm training shoe.
850- Exceptionally durable for runners who break down shoes quickly.
1300- A revolutionary shoe that offers an unprecedented combination of stability and cushioning.
