For part 1 of our Global Stockists report, we're highlighting 5 stores from around the globe whose sense for curation, design and community had us spiritually aligned to these beautiful businesses whose owners put their heart and soul into creating. From a surf shop in Belgiium, to a temple for the performance-minded runner in Seoul South Korea, dig into some of the amazing spots where you can now find Bandit, and many other incredible brands.
Odda - Madrid, Spain (@odda.running)
A gorgeous store. A consistent commitment to community. All in a city that we'd love to spend some time in. Proud to be carried by the team at Odda who we instantly connected with when we first digitally got to know each other over zoom this past Fall. We've got some plans for the near future to hop the pond and have some fun (and maybe get a couple miles in while we're at it).
Haven Surf - Antwerpen, Belgium (@havensurf)
Fun fact: Bandit has always looked to and been inspired by the beautiful art of surfing. And so, we were especially psyched when the aesthetically-inclined founders of Haven Surf reached out to bring Bandit into their beautiful store in Antwerp. Not only do they carry a supremely well-curated set of brands, but they also sell art, books, homeware and host a Film Fest every year in partnership with Vans. We love it all. This is our first partner in Belgium and we hope to bring the surf and run cultures together as one with our new friends in Antwerp.
Racement - Seoul, South Korea (@racement.co.kr)
Racement has created a temple for runners in the city known for being one of the world's most interesting trend-setting hubs. Not only does it carry an amazing variety of brands, but the store also has foot structure scanning technology, a treadmill room in a closed chamber for hypoxia training, and a booking system that allows you to get a full fitness analysis with their CPET (Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test) tech. When in Seoul, go to Racement. Tell em' we sent ya.
Flat Mountain Living - Berlin, Germany (@flatmountainliving)
You know we love Berlin. It's no secret. And to be carried in FML is an honor. It's a purist's running store and represents all that we love about the sport. Connection, friendship and balanced appreciation for both the mental and physical sides of the sport. If you've got a bib for Berlin this year, throw a pin to FML as one of your weekend stops. Soak in the vibes. Stay a while.
Arkivo - Venice Beach, CA - (@arkivo.la)
Curators of some amazing brands in the fashion space - Gramicci, 7115 by Szeki, NN.07, Satta... and many more, the owners of Arkivo show their appreciation for a wide variety of sartorial and homeware genres. Having held our first ever California-based pop-up right around the corner, we're proud to finally have a second home by the beach. Give em' a visit next time you're wandering your way around the eclectic hood' that is Venice Beach.
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In Part 2 of our Global Stockists report, we'll head over to Australia, Indonesia, Canada and check-in with some of our domestic friends. Stay fully tuned...