15 ’80s Sports Fads That Have Completely Disappeared
The 1980s brought more to sports than just competition. From neon workout gear to eccentric training gadgets, it was a decade where style, fitness, and innovation collided.
The 1980s brought more to sports than just competition. From neon workout gear to eccentric training gadgets, it was a decade where style, fitness, and innovation collided.
The 1980s delivered some of the most unique and exciting sports events ever staged. While many left a lasting impression, not all of them made it into the new century.
Sports equipment has come a long way, adapting to modern performance needs, technology, and safety standards. Some gear that was once standard has completely vanished from shelves and locker rooms.
The 1980s gave rise to a wave of sports television shows that mixed entertainment, athleticism, and weekly drama. Many of these programs once held loyal audiences but have quietly disappeared from the airwaves.
Here's a trip down memory lane through 12 once-essential mobile phone features that have all but disappeared.
This list examines 12 vintage sports ads that would be considered too controversial or inappropriate to run in today's world.