TRENDS, PERSPECTIVE & ANALYSIS • SPRING 2025 • A FORMULA4 MEDIA PUBLICATION
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STARTING LINE / 4
News and analysis from around the running industry.
THE RUNNING SCORECARD / 8
A look at recent developments at 11 leading run footwear brands.
COMFORT ELEVATED / 10
Dissing discomfort with feel good fabrics and enhanced fit in active apparel.
FRESHENED UP / 12
New options in recovery footwear give the category a style boost.
SHOP TALK / 16
Taking stock of 2025 at run specialty. Retailers dish on sales, strategies, brands & more.
HOT PRODUCTS / 20
Spotlighting some of our favorite new products for runners, from head-to-toe.
RIA 2025 SUMMIT GUIDE / 24
Program highlights, show show schedule & floor plan.
TREND INSIGHT / 28
In our latest consumer survey we focused in on men's shopping preferences.
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