Gymshark signs DICK’S Sporting Goods as first US wholesale partner

Gymshark has followed the opening of its first permanent store in the US at Roosevelt Field Mall in New York last weekend with the news that it has also signed its first-ever US wholesale partner - retail giant DICK’S Sporting Goods.

From this Friday, 24 October, Gymshark will be available in 12 DICK’S House of Sport stores, including in Boston, Miami, Dallas, Knoxville and Tampa, “marking a major milestone for both brands”.

Each store will have a fully branded Gymshark collaboration space and, in line with Gymshark’s UK stores, they will feature mannequins modelled on Gymshark athletes, such as 3X Mr. Olympia Men’s Physique Champion, Ryan Terry, and speciality mannequin stands made from actual weight plates, with Gymshark’s ‘We Do Gym’ strapline at the forefront.

Mitch Healey, Director of Retail and Wholesale for North America at Gymshark, said: “When we started to look for our first wholesale partner in North America, there were two things we knew we had to have in common - that they were an iconic brand and that they would be able to bring the authentic Gymshark experience to their community.

“DICK’S Sporting Goods just leapt off the page. The spaces look incredible, and the community will immediately feel like they are in a Gymshark space the moment they see it. Working with the team has been a pleasure, and we are so excited to bring the best gymwear to their amazing community.”

Brendan Kirk, VP of Merchandising at DICK'S Sporting Goods, added: “We’re always looking to give our athletes access to fresh and surprising brands, as well as further differentiate our product offering. Becoming Gymshark’s first US wholesaler allows us to do just that.

“Gymshark is redefining what modern training apparel looks like with high-performance, stylish pieces rooted in real gym culture. House of Sport is the perfect place to bring that experience to life.”

DICK’S Sporting Goods was founded in 1948 by Richard ‘Dick’ Stack and is the largest sporting goods retailer in the United States, with over 800 stores.

Gymshark’s apparel and accessories will be priced from $16 to $70, and will be available in a range of “gym-ready colourways” at the 12 House of Sport locations.