Trainers & Sneakers

Summing Up Our Trainers

Our trainers and sneakers collection brings together the everyday sports shoes worth wearing: archive runners, classic indoor and football-inspired styles, canvas and skate shoes, and lifestyle versions of modern performance icons. Whatever you call them, these are the shoes that go with almost everything in your wardrobe, chosen for their heritage, comfort and build quality rather than whatever is loudest this season.

How Do Our Trainers Stack Up

Heritage runners: New Balance leads with the 990 series, 991, 2002R, 1906 and 2010, including the Made in England line. Our New Balance 991 history explains why it matters. Finnish label Karhu, making sports shoes since 1916, brings the Fusion and Legacy, alongside Mizuno and Saucony.
Classic indoor and football styles: adidas Originals Samba, Gazelle and Handball Spezial, plus Pompeii from Spain.
Canvas and skate shoes: Vans Authentic and Old Skool, Converse Chuck 70 and Novesta's Star Master and Star Dribble, handmade in Slovakia. Check our Novesta fit guide before you order.
Performance-inspired lifestyle shoes: HOKA remakes such as the Mafate Speed 2, Speedgoat 2 and Clifton L, and On's Cloud 6 and Cloudtilt.

The Urban Industry Take on Trainers

A good pair of trainers does more work than anything else in your wardrobe, so we look for shoes that age well. A grey New Balance or a pair of Karhu runners works with selvedge denim, chinos and fatigues; a Samba or Spezial sharpens up tailored trousers; canvas Vans and Novestas are the summer default. Most of our trainers fit true to size, but cuts vary between brands and models, so check the sizing notes on each product page.

Frequently asked questions about Trainers & Sneakers

What is the difference between trainers and sneakers?

There is no real difference. Trainers is the British term and sneakers the American one for casual sports-style shoes. Our trainers collection covers heritage runners, classic indoor and football styles, canvas and skate shoes, and lifestyle versions of performance running shoes.

Which trainers are made in England?

New Balance makes a Made in England line at its factory in Flimby, Cumbria, including versions of the 991 and 920. These use premium suede and leather and are among the most sought-after New Balance trainers. Check the product title for Made in England when browsing.

Do New Balance and Karhu trainers fit true to size?

Most New Balance and Karhu trainers fit true to UK size for the majority of customers, although some models are available in wider fittings and others run slightly narrow. Check the sizing notes on each product page, and if you are between sizes, sizing up half a size is usually the safer choice.

Are canvas trainers like Vans and Novesta good for everyday wear?

Yes. Canvas trainers are light, breathable and easy to wear with almost anything, which makes them ideal for spring and summer. Novesta's Star Master and Star Dribble are handmade in Slovakia with natural rubber soles, and Vans Authentic and Old Skool are skate classics. They are less weatherproof than leather or suede, so save them for drier days.

Where can I buy men's trainers online in the UK?

You can shop men's trainers from New Balance, Karhu, Vans, adidas Originals, HOKA, On, Novesta and more at urbanindustry.co.uk. Urban Industry is an independent UK menswear retailer trading since 2002 and rated Excellent by thousands of verified customers. Orders placed before 3pm Monday to Friday are dispatched the same day, UK delivery is free over a qualifying threshold, next-day delivery is available, and EU orders ship with duties paid so there are no surprise fees on arrival. Returns are accepted within 18 days.

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Summing Up Our Trainers

How Do Our Trainers Stack Up

The Urban Industry Take on Trainers

Frequently asked questions about Trainers & Sneakers

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