Michael Le In the past few years, shoemakers like RECOUTURE have taken to resoling sneakers, applying to them all the technique formerly reserved only for formal shoes, boots, and the like. Due to the work that goes into making these hybrids a reality, the cost is quite high, so securing a pair is often unjustifiable to the average hobbyist. Converse, though, is soon to lower the barrier to entry, taking the work unto themselves with the new Chuck 70 Canvas LTD Hi.
While the shoe may not be the first to implement ripple soles (think New Balance and the TDS 574), it is one of the most tasteful renditions from a brand yet. This is because most of the design is true to the original Chuck Taylor, only upgraded with metal eyelets and leather laces. Below, an additional strip of leather blends the upper with the tooling, the latter of which is welted down for a more solid, high quality feel.
Available in both an Egret and Black colorway, the Chuck 70 Canvas LTD Hi is currently on the shelves for a retail of €200 Euros, which, though high, is likely much cheaper than any commissioned alternative.
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