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Gola buying guide

Gola is a British sports footwear brand dating back to 1905, when the name was registered for handmade leather football boots. It's known for retro trainers like the Harrier, and its Classics collection launched in 2000 revived styles from the archive. We carry 100 Gola styles for women and men, from $65.99 CAD, with free shipping and 30-day free returns in Canada and the USA.

Gola Women’s Cyclone Leather Black/White/Dark Gum Sneakers CLB743BWBritish since 1905
Founded
1905
Origin
Leicester, England
Started as
Football boots
Classics line
Launched in 2000
Best-known trainer
Harrier
At WOOKI
100 styles

Most searched at WOOKI

The Gola models our customers look for most, based on searches on wooki.com and Google over the past year.

Popular Gola models explained

These are the Gola lines we stock most of. Our best sellers are mostly women's.

Gola Harrier

The Harrier is Gola's best-selling trainer of the 1960s, when about 6,000 pairs were made every week, according to the brand. We carry it for men in leather and fabric looks, in white, navy and evergreen.

Retro trainer · Men's · Leather options · from $114.99 CAD

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Gola Torpedo

The Torpedo is the biggest Gola line in our shop, with a lot of colourways for both women and men, in leather and in mixed materials. It's a good pick if you want a retro runner shape without the plain white look.

Retro runner · Women's and men's · Many colours · from $101.99 CAD

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Gola Elan

A women's sneaker we have in more than a dozen colour combinations, from soft pastels to deeper coral and caramel tones. A good one if colour is the point.

Women's · Colourful · Casual · from $101.99 CAD

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Gola Grandslam

A women's court-style sneaker. We carry it in leather, suede and Trident versions, mostly in white and off-white with a coloured accent and a gum-style sole.

Court style · Women's · Leather and suede · from $101.99 CAD

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Gola Tornado

A retro trainer we carry for both men and women, in shades like evergreen, sapphire and off-white. One of the Gola styles with more colour choices.

Retro trainer · Women's and men's · from $101.99 CAD

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Gola Cyclone

A leather sneaker we sell mostly in black, white and gum. It also comes in lighter colourways and a men's version.

Leather · Women's and men's · from $124.99 CAD

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How to choose your Gola sneakers

  1. Pick a mood. Harrier and Hawk lean toward the classic retro trainer look. Torpedo and Tornado are a bit more modern and sporty. Elan and Grandslam are easier to wear every day.
  2. Leather or suede? Leather wipes clean and holds its shape. Suede is softer and feels more retro but wants a bit of care, so brush it and keep it out of the rain.
  3. Go for colour if you like. Gola does pale pinks, deep greens and gum soles well. If you want something neutral, look for the white, navy or black options.
  4. Check the fit. Fit varies by style, so read the size notes on each product page. Free returns for 30 days means a swap costs nothing.

Gola's history: over 120 years of British sport

  1. 1905Joseph Leeson & Sons registers the Gola name for handmade leather football boots, made in Leicester. Gola marked its 120th anniversary on May 22, 2025.
  2. 1960sThe Harrier trainer becomes Gola's best seller, with about 6,000 pairs made every week.
  3. 1996The Jacobson Group buys Gola and repositions it as a heritage brand.
  4. 2000The Gola Classics collection launches, drawing on the brand's archive. Gola later added vegan options (2019) and recycled materials (2021).
  5. TodayGola still sells retro trainers, joggers, plimsolls and bags, including women's, men's and children's styles.

Why buy Gola at WOOKI

Free shippingCanada & USA, no minimum
30-day free returnsFree return labels in Canada & USA
100% authenticSourced directly from the brand
Canadian retailerShips from Gatineau, Québec

Gola sneakers: frequently asked questions

Does WOOKI sell authentic Gola?

We buy directly from the brands and authorized distributors, so every pair of Gola is 100% authentic. We carry 100 Gola styles at the moment, shipped from Gatineau, Québec, with free shipping and 30-day free returns in Canada and the USA.

Where can I buy Gola shoes in Canada?

Online at WOOKI. We're a Canadian shop in Gatineau, Québec, and our Gola sneakers run from $65.99 CAD to $134.99 CAD CAD. Shipping is free across Canada (except YT, NT and NU) and the USA, with no minimum and 30-day free returns.

Are Gola sneakers true to size?

Usually close, but fit depends on the style. Each product page has a size chart, so check it, especially if you're between sizes. Returns are free for 30 days in Canada and the USA, so swapping is easy.

Are Gola shoes comfortable for walking?

In our view they suit everyday walking, commuting and travel. Gola's Classics are casual retro sneakers, not running shoes, so we wouldn't pick them for long distances. Comfort varies by style and material, so check the page for the details.

What is the Gola Harrier?

The Harrier is Gola's best-selling trainer from the 1960s, when about 6,000 pairs were made every week, according to the brand. It's a low-profile retro trainer that Gola still makes today. We carry it for men in leather and fabric versions.

What is the Gola Torpedo?

The Torpedo is the biggest Gola line in our shop, with many colourways for both women and men, in leather and in mixed materials. It's a retro runner shape, and a good pick if you want something less plain than an all-white sneaker.

What are the Gola Grandslam and Elan sneakers?

The Grandslam is a women's court-style sneaker that we carry in leather, suede and Trident versions, mostly in white and off-white with a gum-style sole. The Elan is a women's sneaker we stock in many colour combinations, from pastels to coral and caramel tones.

Does Gola make vegan sneakers?

Gola says it introduced vegan options in 2019 and recycled materials in 2021. Not every style qualifies though, and we can't promise it per pair, so check the materials on the product page if that matters to you.

Shop Gola · 100 styles from $65.99 CAD

Written by the WOOKI footwear team · Last updated October 2, 2026. Prices and style counts are pulled live from our catalogue. Specs come from Gola's own product information.

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