Sneakers are so comfortable to wear.  It is hard to imagine them not existing a hundred years ago
That's a good point. When exactly were they invented?
I am not sure.  Sneakers have so many different names depending on where you are in the wolrd.
That is true. I wonder who the world leading producer of sneakers currently is.
I do not know as there are so many manufacturers.  They are all designed for sports or other sorts of exercise
That is true. I wonder who the world leading producer of sneakers currently is.
The term sneakers is most commonly used in the northeastern US
I know that Nike is very interested and successful in the shoe game.
Yes.  It is headquartered in Oregon and is the world largest retailer of athletic shoes