Reebok annouces the rerelease of the pump "Reebok Pump 2.0"

cheeseburger · #1 (**permalink**) Nov 17, 04

BOSTON - Hoping to build on the success of a shoe that generated big sales but also some snickers when it was introduced 15 years ago, Reebok Inc. on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2004 rolled out a sneaker dubbed the Pump 2.0 that inflates to mold itself to the shape of the wearer's foot. Unlike earlier versions, the laceless Pump 2.0 inflates itself after you slip into it and take a few steps. Industry analysts say such high-tech features in recent offerings from Reebok, Nike and other rivals reflect a recent industry emphasis on performance and a shift away from retro sneakers that harken back to designs from the 1970s.

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bebu*funfun · #2 (**permalink**) Nov 17, 04

oh so all over it with rawb! 2 months ago i talked to one of the reebok distributor..holy shit. they actually had them at athletes world a while back already, but sold really quicky. can't wait to find some kids ones!! lol those no lace things i bet were influenced from the high demand for those ugly no lace and1 slip ons. i dont know why ppl still ask for them.. i guess guys are just lacy to tie their shoes.

nike's actually kinda "copying" their idea right now with the new tmac's right now. they have a screw thing on the back of the shoe to customize the fit (width wise) smart idea.. but once the opening of the screw breaks..ure screwed.

next up? RETURN OF THE FLASHING LA GEARS...FOR ADULTS?!?! lol

Mr Ektion · #3 (**permalink**) Nov 17, 04

That's so smart. Those pumps were annoying. But now, you just gotta walk around. And they don't look so bad. I hope reebok takes the time to market these huge. MDI.

KenJi · #4 (**permalink**) Nov 18, 04

Haha Bev they should harsh bring back L.A Lights, and they should get rid of those shoes with a rollerskate wheel.