TRENDS, PERSPECTIVE & ANALYSIS • SPRING 2024 • A FORMULA4 MEDIA PUBLICATION
Above: Image courtesy of Gazelle Sports. See Shop Talk story, page 14.
On the Cover: Image courtesy of Saucony. See Run for All story, page 30.
SHOP TALK / 14
How retailers work to make specialty stores a welcoming place for newbies.
ON THE MOVE / 24
The softer side of technical fabrics appeals to the mainstream consumer.
RUN FOR ALL / 30
Brands share strategies on catering to entry level and recreational runners.
EVOLVING RECOVERY / 42
Elite and everyday athletes can benefit from footwear that enhances overall wellness.
ALL IN / 46
Highlighting some of the top new insole offerings for the running market.
TREND INSIGHT / 48
Our latest consumer survey focuses on male runners and their product and shopping opinions.
RIA SUMMIT GUIDE / 54
Program info, schedule and floor map for the RIA Summit, April 29-May 2, St. Louis.
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