I think this update has been a long time coming for sure. I am a big fan of iconic Chuck Taylor All-Stars as I am sure most of you are. It’s hard to mess with a classic… I mean look what happened when Coca-Cola played with it formula and released New Coke back in the 80’s! Converse has now re-designed and updated the look of it’s iconic Chuck Taylor All-Stars but all for the better from what it looks like.
On the outside they look nearly identical, but on the inside the Chuck II is actually far more comfy for your feet. Nike took over Converse back in 2003 and only now has decided to bring you a new offering of Chuck’s. And the new Chuck II actually sounds like the best of both worlds. Classic Converse styling, with advanced Nike technology. Click here for an inside look at the Chuck II!
The biggest update to the Chuck II, as it’s officially called, is the inclusion of a material called Lunarlon. Developed by Nike, it’s a lightweight and bouncy foam that the company uses in its running and basketball shoes, but Lunarlon will now be incorporated into the Chuck II’s rubber sole. You probably still don’t want to run a race or shoot hoops while wearing them, but the Chuck II’s should still feel comfy after a long day’s wear.
There are a few minor aesthetic changes with the Chuck II, including a non-slip tongue and the perforated suede liner which helps improve breathability. (Translation: your feet won’t sweat and stink as much.) But overall it will be very difficult for most people to spot the differences between the original version and the upgrade—except the price tag. The high and low-top versions of the Chuck II will sell for $15 more than the originals at $75 and $70, respectively.
I for one think they look awesome so, go ahead and sign me up for a pair or two!
