r/BDS • u/TheHybrid2077 • Mar 17 '24

ASK THE SUB Athletic Apparel Brands?

Hey guys! I'm a pretty active person and it's about time I buy some new stuff. Can anyone give me recommendations for brands to look into? To the best of my knowledge, the following are not an option:

  1. Nike (Involved with Uyghur forced labor camps in China)
  2. Adidas (Used to sponsor Israeli Football, was also involved with Uyghur forced labor camps in China)
  3. Puma (Currently sponsoring Israeli Football after Adidas stopped, but announced they'll stop "sometime in 2024" - no specific date given)
  4. Reebok (Has been verbal about their Pro-Israel stance, also sponsored Israeli Olympic Team)
  5. Under Armour (Supply chain includes Israeli companies, also just opened up 15 new stores in Israel)
  6. New Balance (Sponsored Israeli marathons and sporting events)

My ideal choice would be to purchase from brands that have taken a Pro Palestine stance or a stance against Israel and condemned their actions. However, due to a lack of such brands, I'm also okay with purchasing from brands that are neutral.

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Note: While I'd like to know about brands that I can purchase from, please also feel free to let me know which other brands to avoid (and also why)

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u/mekkyz-stuffz Mar 17 '24 edited Jul 17 '24

Hoka, Brooks and Vessi don't have any involvement with affiliating Israeli sponsors. Also Asics has an investment with Seevix, which is founded in Israel so try to avoid that.

Although if these shoes from 3 companies don't last or have better comfort and quality than the list mentioned, your only bet is to buy them second hand via eBay since you don't give direct money to the brand.

Try to avoid buying resell items though if you want to find cheaper stuff.

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u/Accurate-Ad-4905 Mar 17 '24

Brooks is owned by Warren Buffet's investment company, Buffet not only invests in Israeli bonds but advocates for other billionaires to do so!

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u/mekkyz-stuffz Mar 17 '24

Oof. I haven't find deeper on that, even google but thanks for the reminder.

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u/Accurate-Ad-4905 Mar 17 '24

I always thought Brooks was Australian, and after buying a pair, I double-checked and was upset to realise what I'd done