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Dunlop Volley's are back

Discussion in 'Podiatry Trivia' started by Cameron, Nov 25, 2006.

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  1. Cameron

    Cameron Well-Known Member


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    Long since the unsung hero of Australian footwear, the Godfather of all trainers the Dunlop Volley (DV), is making a fashion comeback. Developed by Adrian Quist (Australian Tennis Champion) the shoes were intorduced in the 30s and have remained evergreens (that is, ever gold and green - if you are Australian).

    http://www.smh.com.au/news/fashion/back-into-fashion/2006/11/25/1164341453052.html

    Truck'en right
    Cameron
     
    Cameron, Nov 25, 2006
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  2. Shane Toohey

    Shane Toohey Active Member

    Dunlop Volleys

    Hi Cameron,

    I remember the Dunlop Volleys being very popular with roof carpenters and tilers because they have zero shank stability but very good grip on awkward surfaces - ideal for those occupations. They'd be frowned on now as giving no stability - also no heel counter. For the non-Aussies, thay had rubber soles and canvas uppers.

    So, like as for many other shoes, pods would say OK as long as you don't walk in them all day!!!!

    Cheers
    Shane
     
    Shane Toohey, Nov 26, 2006
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  3. Felicity Prentice

    Felicity Prentice Active Member

    When I first graduated I was a consultant Pod to the Australian Army. DV's were the standard issue 'sport' shoe, and used for many a long distance run. It took a lot of convincing to get any change. I am happy to say that our Soldiers are better shod today - mind you a saw a few lovely cases on shin splints back then....

    And don't ask me how long ago that was, I already get enough piss taken from me on this site for my rambling reminiscences....
     
    Felicity Prentice, Nov 26, 2006
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