Chapter 2 of Reebok "Pump Universe" Starts Tomorrow

Reebok continues blending iconic design elements of its classic sneakers.
Chapter 2 of Reebok "Pump Universe" Starts Tomorrow
Chapter 2 of Reebok "Pump Universe" Starts Tomorrow /

There is a strong sense of nostalgia combined with a hunger for what's next in the sneaker industry. Reebok continues to push the boundaries by blending the design elements of its legendary sneaker catalog.

The brand has revealed ‘Chapter 2’ of “Pump Universe,” a revisionist footwear collection launched earlier this year that fuses the brands' most iconic products from the ‘80s and ‘90s. Two of the brands' more beloved models are dropping in revised colorways this week.

Reebok Classic Leather Pump

View of white and green Reebok shoes.
Detailed look at Reebok Classic Leather Pump / Reebok

What if Reebok’s Classic Leather first dropped in the ‘90s? This reinterpretation of the brand’s signature ‘80s running shoe draws inspiration from Instapump Fury and other classic Reebok runners.

The shoes feature the integrated tongue Pump ball and bladder while carrying forward OG Classic Leather design elements like an all-leather upper, Reebok wordmark window box, cross-check branding, and a rubber outsole.

The Reebok Classic Leather Pump releases on Wednesday, May 17. Online shoppers can purchase the shoes for $110 in adult sizes on the Reebok website and at Foot Locker.

Reebok Club C 85 Pump

Overhead view of white and red Reebok shoes.
Detailed look at Reebok Club C 85 Pump / Reebok

What if Michael Chang’s Court Victory was instead a Club C? Here, the brand’s classic low-profile tennis shoe is imagined as a signature Pump model, drawing inspiration, color, and design from the iconic Court Victory.

The shoes continue to carry forward the OG Club C design elements like a leather upper, Reebok wordmark window box, embroidered heel logo, and a rubber midsole and outsole.

The Reebok Club C 85 Pump releases on Wednesday, May 17. Online shoppers can purchase the shoes for $110 in adult sizes on the Reebok website and at Foot Locker.

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PAT BENSON

Pat Benson covers the sneaker industry for Kicks On Sports Illustrated. Previously, he has reported on the NBA, authored "Kobe Bryant's Sneaker History (1996-2020)," and interviewed some of the biggest names in the sports world. You can email him at 1989patbenson@gmail.com.