Not Your Average Running Brand
Bandit Running isn’t your typical performance brand.
Founded in Brooklyn in 2020 by brothers Nick and Tim West and designer Ardith Singh, Bandit launched with a mission to reimagine running through premium apparel, raw storytelling, and a bold stance against outdated sponsorship models. From technical kit like the Ares Flex™ tee (which wears like a cycling jersey) to fashion-forward staples like the Stamina™ vest, Bandit merges high-performance detail with NYC streetwear edge.
But what truly sets them apart is The Unsponsored Project — an initiative that backed 35 Olympic hopefuls at the 2024 U.S. Track & Field Trials, giving them unbranded kits, financial support, and total freedom to chase their dreams. No contracts. No logos. Just belief.
In this video, we break down Bandit’s product, purpose, and the impact of their “Dialed” YouTube series, which documents the lives of these unsponsored athletes in powerful, behind-the-scenes stories.
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🛒 Shop Bandit Running
https://banditrunning.com/
🎥 Watch the Dialed Series (YouTube)
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📖 Learn More About the Unsponsored Project
https://banditrunning.com/pages/unspo...
📺 CNBC Coverage of The Unsponsored Project
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/06/29/why-s...
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