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Review: Ethletic Trainers (Chuck Taylor’s are Made in Sweatshops)
Conversely > via Waylon Lewis
Didja know that Chuck Taylors, that icon of America and independence, have been bought up by Nike and are made in Asia? Fortunately for punks and hipsters everywhere, there’s a mindful alternative. “Ethletics” are so ethically produced, the Forest Stewardship Council’s logo is stamped on their sustainably-sourced rubber soles. I got my pair courtesy the good folks at econscious, who co-hosted The Giving Suite at Sundance…you can get yours through our web site. So next time you work up a sweat in these oldschool fair-labor kicks, you’ll know you’re the first to have done so.
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Timothy Moley Today at 2:44pm
So have you done your research on where these are made? I tried and got nowhere. Technically they should have a Made in —- label on them and they don’t.
fairtradesports.com would probably know…
In Pakistan, supposedly in some sort of union or co-op shop, fair wages, etc.
I love shoes so this is exciting! Unfortunately, Ethletics only ships to the UK on their website. But!https://www.autonomieproject.com/fair_trade/footw… ships to the US.
Blackspot:https://www.adbusters.org/campaigns/blackspot
I was so frustrated beacuse I couldn`t resolve this issue. Then I found your site in google and problem is solved. Thanks!
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