Chinese sneakers outpacing foreign competition--China Economic Net
Donning his wireless earbuds and his new sneakers, Chen is in high-spirits as he begins his workout routine after work in Beijing. As a sneaker aficionado and collector, Chen, 29, used to prefer foreign brands, but now his closet is full of shoes made and designed in China. "I have changed my opinion on Chinese sneakers in recent years. Many domestic brands are doing a good job on things like sole materials and waterproofing, as well as the design," said Chen, adding that many sneakers designed in China are now good value for money. Running shoes made in China are outperforming the c...