[JerseyHighlander]

2 things about Chuck Taylors I found out this year...
first, original pre-60’s Chucks that use some different rubber gum material are worth several hundred dollars a piece.
second, Detroit fashion designer Varvatos made a signature line this year and had standard Chucks for sale at over $180 a piece.

I’ve been the the Converse outlet in Orlando, some lowtop Chuck classics sell for as little as $12 on sale days.

[Tainan]

Yeah...I hate to say it and date myself...but the Old All Stars were built much much better.
Better cushioning inside and better grip on the wood/bassitball courts.

Anecdote -> Chucks are a big big fashion hit with the kids, teens and young adults here on Taiwan.
Both the 'real' Chucks and the knock-off. Some of the knock-offs are better than the real licensed Cons.