Backwoods The Marathon 5pk at Wholesale Price!
The Backwoods The Marathon is a limited-edition tribute cigar produced in collaboration with those associated with the late Nipsey Hussle's Marathon brand. Machine-made from Caribbean Basin Cuban Seed tobaccos with Backwoods' signature Connecticut Broadleaf leaf wrapper, this release is sold in 5-cigar sleeves packed 8 sleeves per case (40 cigars). Wholesale-only to licensed tobacco retailers—valid tobacco license, adult verification, and compliant shipping required.
About The Marathon Release
The Marathon is one of the most culturally resonant limited-edition Backwoods releases, honoring Los Angeles rapper, entrepreneur, and community activist Nipsey Hussle. Produced in limited quantities in conjunction with those associated with the Nipsey Hussle estate and The Marathon brand, this cigar carries significance beyond the product itself for retailers serving culturally-connected customer bases.
Construction & Specs
- Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf leaf wrapper
- Filler: Caribbean Basin Cuban Seed tobaccos
- Body: Medium
- Style: Classic Backwoods construction — frayed foot, tapered body, unfinished head
- Origin: Machine-made
- Format: 5-cigar sleeves
- Case pack: 8 sleeves per case (40 cigars total)
- Availability: Limited edition — not part of the permanent Backwoods flavor lineup
Best Retail Positioning
- Smoke shops: High-demand limited edition SKU. Position in the leaf-wrap section alongside other Backwoods flavors (Honey, Russian Cream, Sweet Aromatic, Honey Bourbon, Black 'n Sweet Aromatic). Strong pull from customers familiar with the Nipsey Hussle brand and The Marathon legacy.
- Convenience stores and gas stations: Feature at register behind glass. Given limited edition status, price at premium tier to Backwoods regular line and merchandise as a special release.
- Urban markets and culturally-connected retailers: Strong appeal in markets with hip-hop culture demographic overlap. Consider dedicated display space during initial release period.
- Sale format: Ship to retailers as full case (8 sleeves). Retailers typically sell as individual 5-pack sleeves at counter.
Why Stock Backwoods The Marathon
- Limited edition status drives urgency and repeat purchase behavior once customers learn availability is finite
- Nipsey Hussle brand recognition extends reach beyond core Backwoods customer base
- Cross-shops with the full Backwoods flavor family — Honey, Russian Cream, Sweet Aromatic, Honey Bourbon
- Backwoods is the recognized leader in the leaf-wrap cigarillo segment — this SKU pulls foot traffic
- Case pack format (8 x 5pk) aligns with standard smoke shop and convenience receiving workflow
Wholesale FAQ
Is this a permanent Backwoods flavor?
No—The Marathon is a limited edition release. Once wholesale allocation is depleted, restocking may not be available. Consider ordering full case pack quantities.
How is this product shipped?
Standard case pack is 8 sleeves x 5 cigars (40 cigars per case). Wholesale orders ship in this case format to licensed retailers.
What other Backwoods flavors does LTI carry?
Browse our full Backwoods lineup for Honey, Russian Cream, Sweet Aromatic, Honey Bourbon, Black 'n Sweet Aromatic, and other Backwoods releases.
Who can buy Backwoods The Marathon wholesale?
Wholesale sales are available to licensed tobacco retailers only. Account approval, adult verification, and valid tobacco license documentation may be required.