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TRENDS, PERSPECTIVE & ANALYSIS • MAY 2021
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FOOTWEAR EYE
TREND INSIGHT
OUTSIDE THE BOX
GEAR & ESSENTIALS
FORWARD MOTION
RUNNING STARS
A SHOW OF SUPPORT
CONSUMER POLL
Athletic's rise at retail; Q&A
with RIA's Terry Schalow;
plus, new product launches.
Run specialty retailers look
ahead as they roll into the
next era for their stores.
In our consumer survey, we
talk to runners about their
shopping and running habits.
These brands are putting
their own spin on the
running apparel category.
It's not just about running
footwear! Here's a look at
the season's must-have gear.
Shoes made for the
modern runner: There's
something for everyone.
In the same way that shoes
can make or break a run,
so can a sports bra.
Should running shoes have
an expiration date? See
what consumers told us.
56%
44%
Cole Haan
Xelero
Hoka One One
Brooks
Lincoln Running Co.
Consumer Survey
BOCO Gear
