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Golden Kicks Jason Coles

Golden Kicks By Jason Coles

Golden Kicks by Jason Coles


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Golden Kicks Summary

Golden Kicks: The Shoes that Changed Sport by Jason Coles

Many iconic shoes, such as the adidas Stan Smith, Nike Air Jordan and Puma Suede are worn by millions as everyday footwear, but were originally born to bring victory on court, track and field. Golden Kicks reveals the stories behind some of the greatest shoes in sporting history, the roles they played in sport's most significant moments, and how they have made the transition from classic sportswear to mainstream streetwear. Discover the amazing stories behind the shoes, the people who made them, and the athletes who wore them.

Golden Kicks Reviews

a trek through sporting history's most important trainers. Including the Le Coqs rocked by Arthur Ashe when he became the first - and only - black man to win Wimbledon in 1975, and the timeless Vans Style #95 Eras worn by skateboarding's key architects, they're all here. A sexy sole super group. * Mr Hyde *
the shoes that helped their wearers become champions are now stars in their own right * The Guardian *
The best book about sneakers by far... More than a book, a bible * The Closet Magazine *
examines the lives of the trainers that not only changed sport but sportswear forever * GQ *
the history behind the most significant sports shoes ever made * Coach *
the shoes that helped their wearers become champions are now stars in their own right * The Guardian *
examines the lives of the trainers that not only changed sport but sportswear forever * GQ *
the history behind the most significant sports shoes ever made * Coach *
This book is sneakerature at its finest * Sneakerature *
Stan Smith's tennis shoes; the Nike Air Jordans; Usain Bolt's personalised gold Pumas. They're all here, in this exploration of the shoes that changed sport. It covers the evolution of the footy boots, too, which is cool, and the stories and photos of the athletes and shoes are all presented in huge, glorious technicolour for your viewing pleasure * Forever Sports *

About Jason Coles

Jason Coles has been involved in the sports industry his whole life, working with some of the biggest brands, events and athletes in the industry. A self-confessed sneaker-head and walking sport shoe encyclopaedia, he is rarely seen out of his adidas Superstars.

Additional information

GOR007710073
9781472937049
147293704X
Golden Kicks: The Shoes that Changed Sport by Jason Coles
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
20160922
224
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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