Ask Cael: 3 questions on Asics “Cael” Wrestling shoes

Story Published Monday, June 7th, 2010

Question from Brian: It’s an honor.  I wrestle and my question is regarding your limited edition cael sanderson shoes, and was wondering if the laser etched image comes off quickly. Thanks

Cael:

Brian, I don’t think the laser etching will come off at all.  I don’t actually have a pair but with the print being high quality and also around the ankle, I think it will be fine. I believe the only place you can get that shoe is from Worldwide Sport Supply. Thanks and good luck.  The shoe should be worth an takedown per match-haha.

name:                  Jim

question:              Hey, I was wondering if you are going to have a new shoe coming out for the 2010-2011 season, if so is there going to be a big change in the shoe or are you going to keep it somewhat the same?

Cael:

Asics comes out with a new model of the “Cael” shoe every two years.  So next year will be the same model.  Asics will most likely add a few new colors of shoes on the second year.  I believe those new colors will be available in July.  In a year I think the shoe will have some big changes.  Asics likes to stay on the cutting-edge and keep bringing new models of shoes to the table.

name:                  Timothy

question:              hey, I have been looking for a pair of your red, white, and blue wrestling shoes, the unisole with the lace cover. I can’t find them anywhere. do you have any left your willing to sell, or have any idea where I could maybe find a pair? thanks.

Cael:

Hey Tim, I get this question about the original Asics “Cael” frequently and unfortunately the answer is no I don’t know how to help you.  That model was really nice and very popular.  Maybe someday Asics will bring the model back but as for right now, I don’t know where you can find it.  There might be some retailers that have the model but I doubt they have any of the more common sizes.  It was a great shoe! I believe it is the #1 selling wrestling shoe of all time (for the success it had in the two years it was on the market.)  sorry, hopefully they bring the model back someday.

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