Issue 39 · October 4, 2023
All issuesInsert ‌ after hidden preview text
The duffles were stuffed, the Vandit made it's first long journey with Rossi solo mission-ing the drive from BK to the Midwest and the squad is currently putting every ounce of last-minute elbow grease into creating a very special weekend to celebrate the 45th Chicago Marathon. We'll be right on Michigan Ave (all the juicy details below) in our first long-term Bandit pop-up, kicking off this weekeend and hanging out for another 3 weeks post-race.
And before the tailwinds are caught, and the Goose Island IPA's are consumed at the finish, we have as packed of an itinerary as our marketing team would responsibly allow to power up and memorialize your race weekend, all starting tomorrow (Thursday) at 10am with the release of our Chicago Capsule Collection. Throughout the weekend, we're also proud to be partnering with the legends at Citius Mag, who will be coming to you live from the Bandit space, with all your pre, during and post race commentary, analysis and athlete interviews.
This special Chicago B-Mail includes the capsule lookbook, our full itinerary, Fast & Loose unplugged, race advice, and an interview with Chicago muralist Eric Harold. Let's ride.
01
Paying homage to the "City of Champions" in celebration of the 45th running of the Chicago Marathon. From an authentic 90's Bulls stadium seat to vintage footwear and recreations of some iconic classics. Everything you need to channel the spirit of the goat this weekend when you're out there doing your thing.
VIEW LOOKBOOK
02
RSVPs within. The eagle (read: Brooklyn pigeon) has landed in Chi Town and the address is 333 N Michigan Ave. We bust open these double-doors tomorrow at 10am, CST. and we're open until 7pm daily. Peek inside for details on all the programming we have going on from our shakeout run to post-race celebrations, live shows, and more.
RSVP INSIDE
04
Bandit resident coach Steve Finley is back with a few pieces of wisdom for those taking on the Windy City this weekend. Things that apply to all races, things that apply to this race, things that apply to life. The more you know, the more you know.
RACE ADVICE
05
Step inside 333 N Michigan Ave and you'll be greeted with a custom abstract mural sprawling the entirety of the space painted by Southside native and ultramarathoner, Eric Harold. We caught up with Eric for a turbo round up of his hometown favorites and more. Pics to come.
MEET ERIC
06
Get early access to the Fall Collection, plus a $50 Gift Card, 10% off, and free shipping. Not bad. Member Benefits:
JOIN TODAYKerley's got a new coach. The goat once again did goat things in Berlin. The elite field is stacked for Chicago. Gone gambling in the Stussy x Clarks collab. Hypebeast's best independent running brands ;) Just a little bit of history of the Chicago Marathon. Donald Judd's Soho in his own words. 13 dope outdoor brands from Japan. Another staggering world record was crushed in Berlin by Tigist Assefa. GQ's profile of Martin Scorsese is a great read.
Download our 100% free half & full marathon training iOS app, The Program.