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Complex’s 30 Most Influential Sneakers of All Time

Complex’s 30 Most Influential Sneakers of All Time

30 Most Influential Sneakers Complex

Can you separate your favorite sneakers from those that have been the most influential over the years? Complex went ahead and took a stab at that, compiling what they’re billing as the 30 Most Influential Sneakers of All Time. Some of them are billed as such for the impact the overall design has had on the game, the Nike Air Force 1 for example, while others seems a little bit more centered on the colorway impact (Yes, the “South Beach” Nike LeBron 8 is on there). Continue reading for a small sample of their list and then head over to Complex if you’re interested in the rest.

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