Rad Ads: Schwinn BMX! (1976)

“Everything for BMX!” I think they may have taken a shot from a few year’s earlier and added in a ’76 bike here. Schwinn BMX! originally appeared in the June 1976 issue of Boy’s Life magazine. (Source: Boy’s Life) Previously … Continue reading

Rad Ads: Quaker Oatmeal Cookie Mix (1976)

“All you do is add water and bake.” Mr. Oatmeal? Quaker Oatmeal Cookie Mix originally appeared in the October 1976 issue of Ebony magazine. (Source: Ebony) Previously on Rad Ads: Burger King ‘Double Beef’ (1976) … Continue reading

Rad Ads: Burger King ‘Double Beef’ (1976)

“Go Double Beef at Burger King. It’s the only way.” Haven’t had a burger in 30 years, but I still think this is a great 70s ad. Love the oval shape, swirly lettering, bright blue color and the kid looking … Continue reading

Rad Ads: Rawlings Baseball Glove (1976)

“For Brooks Robinson, Johnny Bench. Reggie Jackson. Who knows… maybe your name will be on a Rawlings glove a few seasons from now.” I had a Rawlings glove. How about you? Rawlings Baseball Glove originally appeared in the June 1976 … Continue reading

Rad Ads: Telly Savalas For Black Velvet Whisky (1978)

“Feel the Velvet, baby.” A smooth classic. Telly Savalas For Black Velvet Whisky originally appeared in the September 1978 issue of Popular Mechanics magazine. (Source: Popular Mechanics) Previously on Rad Ads: Peter Ustinov For Gallo Wine (1975) … Continue reading

Rad Ads: Peter Ustinov For Gallo Wine (1975)

“I urge you to try it.” I can’t look at Peter Ustinov and not think of Logan’s Run. Peter Ustinov For Gallo Wine originally appeared in the August 11, 1975 issue of New York magazine. (Source: New York) Previously on … Continue reading