814361--2/26/2010--TIMBERLAND

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We depend on independent manufacturers to produce the majority of our products, and our business could suffer if we need to replace manufacturers or suppliers or find additional capacity. The loss of one or more of our major suppliers for materials may interrupt our supplies. Our business could be adversely impacted by any disruption to our supply chain. Our business is dependent upon our customers and their financial health. Our business could be impacted by global capital and credit market conditions and resulting declines in consumer confidence and spending. Our business could be adversely impacted by the financial instability of third parties with which we do business. We depend on sales forecasts which may not be accurate and may result in higher than necessary infrastructure and product investments. Declines in revenue in our retail stores could adversely affect profitability. We rely on our licensing partners to help us preserve the value of our brand. The loss of key executives could cause our business to suffer, and control by members of the Swartz family and the anti-takeover effect of multiple classes of stock could discourage attempts to acquire us. Our charter documents and Delaware law may inhibit a change of control that stockholders may consider favorable. Our inability to attract and retain qualified employees could impact our business. Our ability to protect our trademarks and other intellectual property rights may be limited. The value of our brand, and our sales, could be diminished if we are associated with negative publicity. Our business is affected by seasonality, which could result in fluctuations in our operating results and stock price. Our success depends on our global distribution facilities. We rely significantly on information technology, and any failure, inadequacy, interruption or security failure of that technology could harm our ability to effectively operate our business. Our business could be adversely affected by governmental policies and regulation. Our business could be adversely affected by global political and economic uncertainty. Risks Related to Our Industry We face intense competition in the worldwide footwear and apparel industry, which may impact our sales.

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