Saucony Originals
Saucony Originals carries the classic Saucony look and quality into the 21st century. Comfortable and superbly constructed, this line of footwear is for the athletic yet style-minded individual.
What is the difference between “Saucony” and “Saucony Originals”?
“Saucony” is the name of the world famous athletic brand which consists largely of state of the art running footwear. “Saucony Originals” is a collection of heritage product under the Saucony umbrella. Originals are remakes of past core products that put Saucony on the athletic map forever.
Can you give me some examples of past shoe styles that “put Saucony on the map”?
Absolutely! The “Jazz Original” first hit the pavement during the running boom of the early 1980's as a cushioned running shoe. It was the first of its kind and remains a customer favorite, even if only for aesthetic reasons. Another example is the “Hangtime”. This heralded hoop style was one of the shoes of choice for pro and street basketball players of the mid 1980's.
Are Saucony Originals functional?
Although Saucony Originals are meant to be casual lifestyle or athleisure footwear, they were in fact state of the athletic shoes at one time. Therefore, products such as the “Jazz Original” and “Hangtime” are perfect for light workouts, shooting around and generally active lifestyles.
How often are styles and colors updated for Saucony Originals?
Saucony does a fantastic job of featuring 2 or 3 new Originals styles per season, while keeping the core styles available year-round. The Originals design team also updates colors to reflect what is hot, as well making staples available most of the time.
