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Converse is updating the classic Chuck Taylors for the first time in nearly a century

By Cox Media Group National Content Desk
July 24, 2015

A legendary tennis shoe is finally getting an update, the first in nearly a century.

Converse announced that the Chuck Taylor All Star sneaker will now be more comfortable, WRC reported.

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The inside of the shoe will sport a padded, non-slip tongue, padding at the ankle and shock absorption for the sole.

The outside of the shoe will also be changed slightly with the patch being embroidered on and the eyelets will be the same color as the shoe.

The new look will go on sale July 28 in black, white, red and blue, WRC reported.

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