Fleet Feet and Nike Announce Expanded Partnership to Elevate Running Communities Nationwide

April 7, 2026

CARRBORO, N.C. (April 7, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ — Fleet Feet, the largest franchisor of locally owned and operated run specialty stores, today announced an official vendor partnership with Nike, strengthening collaboration between the brands to deliver innovative Nike Running product assortments and community experiences to runners across the country.

Distribution and Assortment Expansion

The expanded partnership deepens the assortment of Nike Running footwear, apparel and accessories, which span race and road running, and increases distribution from select doors to Fleet Feet’s nationwide footprint.

“Our new partnership with Nike allows us to bring their most innovative products to our customers, ensuring runners of all levels have access to the very best,” said Joey Pointer, president and CEO at Fleet Feet. “We are incredibly excited to expand both the depth and breadth of Nike product across Fleet Feet.”

The brands have nationwide plans for immersive in-store experiences and community activations for the launch of the Nike Pegasus 42. The new model advances a four-decade legacy of athlete-centered running innovation and features a new curved, full-length Air Zoom unit with 15 percent greater energy return than its predecessor. Men’s, Women’s and Kids versions of Pegasus 42 will be available at select Fleet Feet doors and on fleetfeet.com April 9.

Growing with the Running Community

The expanded partnership builds on past collaborations from Fleet Feet and Nike, including the Nike After Dark Tour 2025, a global women’s race series. For the Los Angeles tour stop, Fleet Feet hosted training hubs across key markets, and engaged runners through bib giveaways, a half marathon training program and the half marathon race and post-race celebration.

“With more than 285 stores, Fleet Feet’s expertise, service and events have made them one of the leaders within the running community,” said Seema Simmons, VP/GM, North America Nike Running. “Their scale puts Nike Running in the heart of American neighborhoods to inspire and equip all runners, no matter where they are in their journeys, to chase their dreams.”

Most recently, Nike partnered with Fleet Feet to launch the Nike Structure Plus through an exclusive Run Specialty retail period ahead of the global-marketplace launch. Fleet Feet Columbus Circle in New York City hosted media, content creators and run club leaders at an event with Nike Run Club Coach Jes Woods, featuring an interactive workshop focused on goal setting and training insights, followed by a 5K through Central Park in the new Structure Plus.

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About Fleet Feet
Founded in 1976, Fleet Feet is the largest franchisor of locally owned and operated specialty run stores. With more than 285 Fleet Feet stores in 40 states and a national headquarters in Carrboro, North Carolina, Fleet Feet is committed to providing runners, walkers and fitness enthusiasts with outfitting expertise, robust training programs, community support and rewards.

Fleet Feet believes that Running Changes Everything® and has been recognized in Fast Company’s Brands That Matter, the Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest-Growing Companies and Best in Business, Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Retailers and America’s Best Online Shops, and PRWeek’s Purpose Awards. Stay inspired, motivated and connected at Fleet Feet.

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