How Tariffs Could Reshape the Cost and Culture of Running

The Trump administration announced new tariffs that could raise duties on imports, particularly from China, to 145%. Although implementation was paused for 90 days for most imports, the tariffs will still affect the cost of trail running shoes, which include components primarily sourced from Vietnam, China, and Cambodia. With retail prices expected to rise significantly—trail running shoes could jump from $155 to around $220—other running gear such as packs and apparel will also experience comparable price increases, straining consumers.

Just four days later, following a steep downtrend in various U.S. economic markers, implementation was paused for 90 days, except for tariff rates on imports from China.

The typical trail running shoe is a marvel of complexity, comprising between 30 and 70 individual components depending on the brand and design, with many sourced from Asia.

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