About
The Castlerock Suede is a high-top sneaker from PF Flyers, part of the All-American collection featuring a grey suede colorway. First available on February 20, 2023, the sneaker draws from the All-American silhouette made prominent through the first athletic endorsement between a brand and an athlete when Boston Celtics player Bob Cousy partnered with PF Flyers in 1958. The Castlerock variant represents the Fall 2023 All-American Suede Collection, featuring smooth suede uppers with matte tonal eyelets.
About
The Castlerock Suede is a high-top sneaker from PF Flyers, part of the All-American collection featuring a grey suede colorway. First available on February 20, 2023, the sneaker draws from the All-American silhouette made prominent through the first athletic endorsement between a brand and an athlete when Boston Celtics player Bob Cousy partnered with PF Flyers in 1958. The Castlerock variant represents the Fall 2023 All-American Suede Collection, featuring smooth suede uppers with matte tonal eyelets.
Materials and construction
The upper is constructed from canvas-backed suede that requires no break-in time and develops patina with age. The breathable construction includes waxed cotton laces and a rubber toe cap for durability. A vegetable-dyed leather debossed logo patch adorns the exterior, while the pull-tab sits flush along the heel rather than jutting out from the top. The sneaker features vulcanized construction with a rubber outsole in gum sole configuration, consistent with PF Flyers heritage dating to B.F. Goodrich origins in 1937.
The Posture Foundation Comfort Sockliner derives from technology patented in 1937 under U.S. Patent No. 1,938,127 by Hyman L. Whitman at B.F. Goodrich. The All-American model uses the Magic Rigid Wedge configuration, a one-piece footbed with heel wedge for stability. Modern iterations incorporate Recycled Ortholite foam with 5 percent recycled content, providing long-term cushioning, moisture management, and breathability.
Sizing and fit
The All-American collection accommodates unisex adult sizing from Men's 4.5/Women's 6 through Men's 15/Women's 16.5. Users have reported that the shoes run narrow and slightly small, with some noting the fit may cramp the big toe.
Care
The suede upper can be maintained or customized with wax or other leather and fabric products for water resistance and personalization. The sneakers are machine washable.
References
"All-American Collection". PF Flyers. Retrieved January 3, 2026.
"Our History". PF Flyers. Retrieved January 3, 2026.
"Posture Foundation". PF Flyers. Retrieved January 3, 2026.
"Just In For Fall: The All-American Suede Collection". PF Flyers. August 22, 2023. Retrieved January 3, 2026.
"PF Flyers Canvas Shoes". Gentleman's Gazette. Retrieved January 3, 2026.
