# Sandlot Sneaker Revivals New PF Flyers Glide Hi-Tops Make You Want to Pickle the Beast By Brian G Randles | Published 2009-12-09 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pf-flyers-glide-hi-tops References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2009/12/09/pf-flyers-glide-hi-top/pf-flyers-glide-hi-top-02/) & [pfflyers](http://www.pfflyers.com/mens/glide.php) The new PF Flyers Glide Hi-Tops may not be the exact same pair of kicks the Benny the Jet had on when he was out-running Hercules, but they are still fly enough to wear out on a Friday night. Since [New Balance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1000-2) now owns the [PF Flyers Brand](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/740-sneaker), I would bet you a whole buck that these, or any other pair of Sandlotesque sneakers from PF Flyers, will not be going into retirement anytime soon. Check out more [sweet sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/updated-air-rift) below. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sneaker Revivals:** Expanding retro-inspired sneaker lines offer nostalgia and style to consumers. - **Brand Acquisitions:** Increased mergers and acquisitions in the footwear industry lead to the growth of established brands. - **Niche Market Appeal:** Sandlot-themed sneakers cater to a specific consumer group seeking unique and nostalgic products. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear:** Opportunities for innovative designs and materials in the sneaker market continue to emerge. - **Fashion Retail:** Retailers can tap into the nostalgia trend by offering retro-inspired products and collaborations. - **Mergers and Acquisitions:** Investment in established footwear brands provides opportunities for market expansion and diversification. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Female-Focused Sneaker Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pf-flyers-x-chillhouse.md) - [Utility Slip-On Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grounder-slipon.md) - [Comedic Sci-Fi Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fun-ghostbusters-sneakers.md) - [Creature-Inspired Basketball Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allpro-nitro.md) - [Retro Vibrant Detailed Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-balance-1000-2.md) - [Rugged Lifestyle Footwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xt4-og-3.md) - [Villain-Inspired Futuristic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-flightposite.md) - [Peachy Basketball Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puma-scoot-zeros-georgia-peach.md) - [Iconic 2000s Teen-Flick Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heydude-x-mean-girls.md)