As recreational running established widespread popularity in the 1970s, the benchmark for running footwear shifted from mere existence to performance. While the eras designs would be considered simple by today standards, the decade stands out as the moment when running shoes truly came into their own. With an angular reworking of the tried-and-true wedge silhouette, outsize, asymmetrically applied branding, and wraparound, trail-inspired lug outsole, the 327 provides nothing less than a complete reimagination of our running heritage.