Discover the pinnacle of community running with SportsShoes.com’s latest announcement – a transformative global partnership with parkrun, the renowned community event network. Following the recent revelation of the Podium Festival in Leicester for March, the leading online retailer of running shoes, clothing, and outdoor gear takes a monumental step forward by exclusively becoming parkrun’s official retail partner in the UK.
This unprecedented collaboration extends its reach globally, as SportsShoes.com proudly supports parkrun’s international community by procuring and distributing an array of parkrun’s merchandise. Representing the apex of retail partnerships for SportsShoes.com, this venture connects the brand with over nine million registered parkrunners worldwide.
At the core of this collaboration, SportsShoes.com leverages its expertise to champion parkrun, a volunteer-driven initiative orchestrating free, weekly, timed 5k and 2k social events across 23 countries. In addition to offering procurement and distribution services for parkrun’s merchandise, including the coveted Apricot collection and milestone range, SportsShoes.com grants its customers exclusive access to these sought-after products.
A special privilege awaits SportsShoes.com Ultra members, who can seamlessly integrate their parkrun ID with their customer profiles. This unlocks a realm of exclusive rewards, expert advice, and guidance, enriching the overall experience for those dedicated to leading active and healthy lives.
Brett Bannister, Managing Director of SportsShoes.com, expresses his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “parkrun has revolutionized the global running community, aligning seamlessly with our mission to support people in leading happier and healthier lives through physical activity. This marks our most significant retail partnership to date, strategically placing our brand, products, and expertise at the heart of the worldwide parkrun community, further fueling our international expansion strategy.”
Embark on a journey with SportsShoes.com and parkrun, setting the pace for a healthier and more connected global running community. Explore the transformative possibilities of active living with our exclusive partnership offerings.