The retail outlook for the legacy sneaker category remains murky for both Dick’s and Foot Locker, with some stale styles driving industry-wide promotions and others posting sell-through that’s outpacing supply chain capabilities. Speaking at the Goldman Sachs conference, DKS’ executives noted a distinct polarization in the footwear market, highlighting the Nike Air Force 1 as a prime example of this divide. Traditional colorways like the classic all-white or all-black have seen sales drop, but unique iterations featuring premium materials like patent leather face persistent shortages. The Dick’s customer base remains solid ... Log in to view full article.