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i read somewhere that this was the shoe that you got issued if you got locked up in the great state in California - ie prison wear
is this true cos that might explain why it became super popular in the 'HOOD'
sort of like a badge of honour after leaving the pen etc . . .
it would be cool if it was true
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This was years ago mind - not now, apparently
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No mate they were issued the most basic of Adidas Superstars when they were locked up
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Yeah, white with black stripes.
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I've discovered this is in fact true.
I'm not sure if it was the superstar or promodel but they were issued to new inmates in US jails in the 70's/80's including Alcatraz.
And if that's not amazing product placement then I'm a monkey.
Wishing it was like the old days again
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It'd be crazy to find a pair of 'convict SS' though, those would be some kicks with a story - you might even find a knife fashioned crudely out of a toothbrush stashed in the sole...
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Imagine the irony of being busted for stealing a pair of soups only to be given a pair when you get locked up- DOH!
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I sould think these are quite common in your neck of the wood stylz...
" shocking cock-up, the mice were furious "
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