Hi-Tec Men's Silver Shadow OG Trainer

So I grew up around Hi Tec and Silver Shadows. But back then I wouldn't have been seen dead in them; Air Max 90s (the original release) and Reebok pumps were the trainer of choice. Since hitting my 40s I'm buying all the things that remind me of my youth (Just bought a Teac Hifi recently lol). It seems that pale mono colour trainers are in fashion rn, but also you can't seem to buy a pair of trainers for less then £100 these days??! That and the nostalgia trip lead me to my purchase.So firstly, yes they are a little green suede compared to the original release. Not an issue but obvious if you Google the original release version. I wouldn't say it detracts from the good look at all.Secondly, they did come up a little tight, but 2x weeks of wear and they have loosened slightly. I recommend buying your normal size AND the size up and then returning one of the pairs. I am buy the size up soon.So I've tested these shoes on holiday for 2 weeks. They are comfortable, and extremely tough and well made. The materials are particularly robust and I'd say the shoes are 'stronger' than my usual Nikes or Addidas...etc... I've walked in them, used them on multiple gym workouts and some treadmill work and they look unused. They don't have the same bouncy feel as my asics runners, but as a general do anything trainers I can't fault them.I also feel slightly smug that they look cool and I'm not coming across as too try hard! For the money I'm impressed!

They are still the best for comfort and wear. Ordered and had them delivered in Ireland in 12 hours not prime. Would be better with the old style bottom which had bounce built in. That said they are okay.

Slightly narrower than the original silver shadowsStill comfortable to wear with little breaking inLightweight and great for walkingI little expensive

very comfy, very solid. great trainers. will buy again.

As described, good old-fashioned Hi-tech running shoe.

True to size fits well

I remember these from being a kid, great shoe but had to return as just not wide enough in the toe box for me.

Had silver shadows back in the 80's and loved them, these don't look quite the same but still really nice and seem comfortable