Increased participation in outdoor sports bodes well for the footwear industry
The demand for athletic performance shoes doesn’t seem to be slowing down any time soon. A new report on the outdoor industry published by SFIA (Sports & Fitness Industry Association) finds pickleball, climbing and soccer among the top five growing sports last year. Pickleball growth increased by 22.8% in 2025 to 24.3 million participants. … Read more