I think many of the brands have serious marketing issues, but we both know that. I guess if we had a way to get in the door and speak to these people it would be a good thing since we actually sell the stuff for more than they actually list it for. There is a disconnect when a company gets too big.

Wow, thanks for the heads up on Sloane!!!! That’s another article for certain.It just happened as I was writing this; but that’s exactly why I’m shaky on UA. Their inactivity and lack of response in the marketing arena has long been the culprit behind their ability to grow footwear which I don’t think is even bringing in a billion a year. The majority of their sales are in apparel and that’s dangerous when you consider they’ve turned over so much of their data to Amazon as a brand registry and they even reported their relationship as vital with Amazon (In the Q3 conference call) which is completely the wrong direction considering Amazon’s move into athletic apparel. Have you seen this: http://arch-usa.com/l2-just-updated-their-report-on-amazon-private-labels-will-nike-ua-and-adidas-pay-attention-now/ I wrote when L2 updated their analysis and it’s a harbinger and should be a wake up call to UA, but even as they are rebounding I have a feeling they simply aren’t paying close attention what’s happening with their own brand. Maybe Plank is really distracted with his real estate company that runs out of the UA offices.

The list is full of waterproof kicks. I think we all are looking for that with the weather. I just learned that Rockdeep is actually a black owned company. The guy was a military brat hence the fact that most of his shoes are hiking shoes. (I guess that makes sense). They have another boot, but it’s not as appealing and simple, but it’s dope. It’s here on the site. I appreciate you checking the list out. Like I said it’s taking a lot to do each page so your support is valued!