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Outdoor Retailer Reveals Excursion Details for August Show
Take part in hiking, trail running, yoga, walking, birding and climbing activities minutes from the Minneapolis Convention Center.
News December 16, 2025
Oboz President Amy Beck on 2025’s Challenges and Opportunities in 2026
Years of navigating crises have taken a toll on the outdoor industry, Beck says. Preventing burnout among the workforce before the market turns will be key to long-term success.
News December 16, 2025
Norda Secures Second Investment from the Ermenegildo Zegna Group
Zegna Group, which has its own fashion brand and owns the Thom Browne fashion brand, initially approached Norda in 2021.
News December 15, 2025
20 Years Strong: AvantLink’s People-First Approach to Affiliate Marketing
Celebrating two decades of innovation, AvantLink reflects on the strategy, technology, and human insight that help brands build smarter, more profitable affiliate programs.
December 5
Upheaval, Resilience and Community: 2025’s Biggest Surf and Outdoor Industry Stories
As we look back on a year of challenges and opportunities, one thing is clear: the surf and outdoor industries are adaptive, stronger together and poised for another never-boring year.
News December 15, 2025
Kent Outdoors Secures $90 Million Credit Facility
The PNC Bank facility will boost inventory and support its portfolio of water and winter outdoor brands, said Kent Outdoors CEO Randy Hales.
News December 12, 2025
Elevate Outdoor Collective CEO Josee Larocque Reflects on 2025, Looks Ahead to 2026
Josee Larocque runs the parent company of K2, Ride, Volkl, Marker, Dalbello, Line Skis, BCA, Madshus, Atlas and Tubbs snowshoes. She shares business lessons learned in 2025 and what she…
News December 11, 2025
Arc’teryx SVP of Brand Marketing Karl Aaker Reflects on 2025, Looks Ahead to 2026
Aaker reflects on loss, resilience and staying true to the Arc'teryx mission as the North Vancouver, B.C.-based brand grows.
News December 11, 2025
L.L.Bean Shares Retail Expansion Plans for 2026 and 2027
Physical retail is "an essential part of our growth strategy," said L.L.Bean Chief Retail Officer Greg Elder.
News December 11, 2025
Vans Opens Paris Flagship in Le Marais to Help Build Brand Heat
It is the only store in France that will carry the higher-end OTW by Vans product line and other exclusive collaborations with the goal of creating a destination for style…
News December 10, 2025
