Finish Line Teams Up With adidas For Exclusive PureBOOST Release

01 Feb 2017, 13:53 PM EST

Partnership includes premium footwear and both in-store and digital
content featuring NFL cornerback Josh Norman

INDIANAPOLIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–$FINL #3StripeLife–Athletic retailer The Finish Line, Inc. (NASDAQ: FINL) has partnered
with adidas for an exclusive PureBOOST footwear release, including five
colorways, available online
and in select stores nationwide.

“BOOST technology has been a huge game-changer for adidas and a
must-have for sneaker collectors,” said Ronnie Jefferson, Senior Vice
President and General Merchandising Manager at Finish Line. “We are
thrilled to be the only athletic retailer to offer PureBOOST alongside
adidas and provide our customers with a premium product that aligns with
their unique and personal styles.”

The PureBOOST features a low cut design with Primeknit fabric on the
upper, leather accents on the heel near the BOOST sole and subtle three
stripes branding on the side. The sleek running silhouette and
breathable fabric make the sneaker fashionable for both gym and street
styles.

Alongside the shoe release, Finish Line has teamed up with Washington
Redskins cornerback and Pro Bowl participant Josh Norman for exclusive
digital and in-store content, including videos
and social media postings.

“My life entails when you look good you feel good – when you feel good,
you play good,” said Norman. “The adidas PureBOOST matches up with my
dynamic style, making my off-field look clean and unforgettable.”

The partnership with adidas also includes free two-day shipping for a
limited time on all full priced men’s, women’s and kid’s footwear.
Customers are encouraged to share images of their new kicks online with
the hashtag #3StripeLife.

Additional details about the adidas PureBOOST can be found on the company’s
blog and FinishLine.com.

About The Finish Line, Inc.

The Finish Line, Inc. is a premium retailer of athletic shoes, apparel
and accessories. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Finish Line has
approximately 970 Finish Line branded locations primarily in U.S. malls
and shops inside Macy’s department stores and employs more than 14,000
sneakerologists who help customers every day connect with their sport,
their life and their style. Online shopping is available at www.finishline.com
and www.macys.com.
Mobile shopping is available at m.finishline.com.
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Finish Line also operates JackRabbit (previously referred to by the
company as Running Specialty Group), which includes 65 specialty running
stores in 17 states and the District of Columbia under the JackRabbit,
The Running Company, Run On!, Blue Mile, Boulder Running Company,
Roncker’s Running Spot, Running Fit, VA Runner, Capital RunWalk,
Richmond RoadRunner, Garry Gribble’s Running Sports, Run Colorado,
Raleigh Running Outfitters, Striders and Indiana Running Company
banners. More information is available at www.jackrabbit.com
or www.boulderrunningcompany.com.
Follow the latest about the brand on Twitter at Twitter.com/JackRabbit
or Instagram via @JackRabbitNYC.

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