Long before Nike took control of the company in 2003, Converse reigned supreme in the world of basketball. In fact, Converse introduced the very first non-skid sneakers that were specifically designed to perform on the basketball court way back in 1917. After sponsoring Team USA basketball for more than 50 years and gracing the feet of countless title-winning NBA stars, Converse ultimately retired from the high-performance basketball market.
But, like Michael Jordan, Converse can’t help but jump back into the basketball game. The new All Star Pro BB honors the rich heritage of Converse basketball while incorporating the latest in Nike technology. The result is a shoe that looks classic and futuristic at the same time, molding state-of-the-art Nike Quadfit mesh into a traditionally slim Converse silhouette. For ultimate responsiveness and protection, the sole of the All Star Pro BB rests on a core of Nike React foam.