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Complex’s The Greatest Sneaker Moments of the 80s

Complex’s The Greatest Sneaker Moments of the 80s

Complex Greatest Sneaker Moments Of The 80s

Alright so maybe you aren’t old enough to remember the 1980s, but you can still relive that decade through its movies, music, and more. And if you do, you’ll come across plenty of timeless sneaker moments, most of them involving the OG forms of some silhouettes you’ve probably enjoyed retros of in recent years. Those moments are compiled by Complex in this latest list, one which includes the likes of Marty McFly in his Nike Mag, Biz Markie rocking the Nike Air Safari, and Jeff Spicoli showing off some slick Vans Slip-Ons. Continue reading for a sample from their list and then hit up Complex for the entirety of The Greatest Sneaker Moments of the 80s.

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Air goes Max.

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Nike Wimbledon GTS

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Buggin’ Out has a dispute.

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Biz Markie goes on Safari.

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Steve Caballero gets a signature shoe.

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Spicoli gives himself a rap on the head.

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MJ and the Bulls win a series. Craig Ehlo becomes a punchline.

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Marty McFly gets some new kicks.

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