{"product_id":"osaga-revolution-kt-26-running-shoes-1978-vintage-sneaker-ad","title":"Osaga REVOLUTION KT-26 70s Running Shoes Sneakers 1978 1979 Vintage Print Ad","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic original vintage 1978 \/ 1979 Osaga KT-26 “Revolution” Vintage Magazine Print Ad\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStep back into the golden age of the running boom with this striking 1979 Osaga print advertisement — Volume I, No. 1 of the Times for the Human Race — boldly proclaiming a “Revolution” in running shoe technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ad introduces the Osaga KT-26, a breakthrough design built on the patented cantilever sole and “bio-kinetic response” principle. Unlike ordinary running shoes that direct shock upward, the KT-26’s revolutionary kinetic levers spread impact outward, absorbing shock in stages and returning energy to propel the runner forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures highlighted in the ad include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-density, abrasion-resistant rubber for long sole life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight nylon mesh upper with suede trim for comfort and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced heel height for better stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in men’s and women’s models, with women’s sizes designed for a better anatomical fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its bright red and blue styling and performance-driven construction, the KT-26 was marketed as “the next movement in running” - a shoe for serious runners ready to meet the challenges of the new decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPDATE:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Osaga Revival is Here! Cult-favorite running shoes from the ’70s and ’80s have returned, thanks to the founders’ family. The KT-26, Moscow 80, and other retro runners are back in stock.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/osaga.com?sca_ref=9020867.nBsd45Ce2EZG9NU\" title=\"Osaga retro sneakers website\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✨ See the full Osaga sneaker lineup here\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/osaga.com?sca_ref=9020867.nBsd45Ce2EZG9NU\" title=\"Osaga 1079s style running shoes website\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0614\/4638\/9910\/files\/Osaga-KT-26-Original-_5.jpg?v=1754690554\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: \u003cspan\u003eOsaga\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear: 1978\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShoe Models Featured: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eKT-26\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll vintage advertisements are sold 'as-is' and might have minor imperfections from age such as discoloration, fading, creases and small tears. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eintage ads will be shipped in an archival safe and acid free sleeve protector. Please message with any questions. All sales are final.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAffiliate Disclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you buy Osaga shoes through the link above, we may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Your support helps us continue researching and sharing the history of iconic running shoes like the KT-26.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Osaga","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42476135383190,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0614\/4638\/9910\/products\/Osaga-Revolution-1978-RR.jpg?v=1676664887","url":"https:\/\/deffestshop.com\/products\/osaga-revolution-kt-26-running-shoes-1978-vintage-sneaker-ad","provider":"Deffest Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}