PENSOLE World Sneaker Championship Diaries: Day 7

TEAM PONY

Roster: Danny Chambers, Ruben Eriksson, Marcus Thomas and Thalia Meraz (CMF)

Today marked the first critique exercise of the WSC. The morning was spent in conversation, brainstorming and reworking our directions among peers. The rest of the day was spent developing concepts based on the feedback we received. The international diversity of the group came into play in a great way this morning. While sneaker heads may covet some shoes sold only outside the US, most foreign sneaker styles largely go unnoted in the states. To get a taste of how different sneaker offerings are around the world, check out New Balance Japan or other foreign brand sites.
-Danny

A defining moment in PONY shoe history, Spud Webb in the City Wings Lo at the 1986 Slam Dunk contest. Initial concept and proportion exercises from the first few days of sketching. Refining concepts and silhouettes.