JTH: For those that haven’t read or seen your book, could you tell us where the idea for the book originated?
Bobbito: 1960 to 1987 is the dark ages of sneaker culture in that unless you lived it, most people have no clue. I wanted to document the period so anyone could understand the beginnings of what we see today.
JTH: What are your thoughts on today’s sneaker culture and sneaker heads?
Bobbito: Best era ever. People have more choices for brands, places to shop, colors for models, everything.
JTH: If I told you I got you on any three original pairs of kicks from the book, which would you add to your quiver?
Bobbito: I have enough sneakers, ha ha! I’d suggest you send them to one of the non-profits I regularly donate to:
https://www.samaritansfeet.org/
https://www.nikereuseashoe.com/
JTH: What are a couple of big things that you want people to take away from reading your book?
Bobbito: Let the sneakers you wear say something about your individuality (smiles).
If you are a sneaker head, I suggest you check out Bobbito’s book as well. You can visit his site at: https://www.koolboblove.com. You can also check out his New York City street ball documentary, Doin’ It In The Park, or check my article on the film here: https://www.jamthehype.com/doin-doin-well/. You can also check Bob out on Mondays from 2pm to 4pm on East Village Radio (https://www.eastvillageradio.com/shows/thebobbitogarciaradioshow/).
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