How Clearweather Lasted 10 Years as an Independent Sneaker Brand

On this episode of the Sneaker History Podcast, host Mike interviews Brandon Brubaker, co-owner of Clearweather, who shares his journey from working with iconic brands like Vans and Converse to launching his own footwear brand. Brandon discusses his early love for sneakers, pivotal career moments, and the philosophy behind Clearweather's designs, emphasizing quality materials and a commitment to authenticity. The conversation also touches on current trends in the sneaker industry and the future of Clearweather, including upcoming product launches and collaborations. Save 15% at Clearweather with the code sneakerhistory15: https://fave.co/3TEF6rV (offer ends October 6, 2024 at 11:59PT) Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Brandon Brubaker and Clearweather 02:33 Brandon's Journey into Sneaker Design 10:12 The Impact of Early Designs and Career Milestones 18:14 Transitioning from Vans to Creative Recreation 26:40 Reviving Converse's Skateboarding Line 30:48 The Birth of Clearweather 39:24 The Philosophy Behind Clearweather's Designs 45:12 Current Trends and Popular Models 50:34 Quality Materials and Brand Responsibility 56:01 Future Plans and New Launches Join our Discord Community: https://discord.gg/xJFyWmWgza Early Access and Exclusive Videos On Patreon: https://patreon.com/sneakerhistory Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/sneakerhistory —–––– Check out our other shows: —–––– For the Formula 1 Fans 👉 Exhaust Notes: https://exhaustnotes.fm For the Fitted Hat Fans 👉