(This story was updated on 8/29/2023.) Outdoor retailer L.L.Bean announced it is opening four new brick-and-mortar stores as well as adding wholesale partnerships. The Freeport, Maine-based company is adding Dillard's and outdoor retailer Moosejaw to its U.S....
(This story was updated on 10/5/2023.) Registration for Outdoor Retailer Winter 2023 is now open. This year's winter show runs Nov. 14-16 at the Salt Palace in Salt Lake City, Utah, and is part of Outdoor Retailer's efforts to put on shows that better align with...
Solo Brands, parent company of Solo Stove, Oru Kayak, Isle, and Chubbies, posted a significant gain in its wholesale business for the second quarter of the year. Wholesale revenues increased 57% to $31.3 million for the quarter ended June 30. Solo's wholesale growth...
QuietKat eBikes is excited to announce the launch of their new Pivot Pro hitch rack, designed to load eBikes safely and easily onto your car or truck without the need for lifting. This innovative rack allows users to roll heavy eBikes and standard bikes onto the rack...
(This story was updated on 8/10/2023.) At the Outdoor Market Alliance event in Lakewood, Colorado last week, the brands on display were showcasing gear and apparel for spring/summer 2024, and many of the new products highlighted common themes the outdoor industry has...
Krimson Klover, the outdoor and lifestyle brand powered by women passionate about living a life fueled by outdoor adventure, meaningful connection and giving back to the community, has hired Phebe Rosenthal as the new Director of Sales. Rosenthal is joining Krimson...
Introducing Roark’s Fall 2023 Collection: Far Out East, a new offering of adventure-ready goods, inspired by Roark’s latest travels through Hokkaido, Japan. This season’s journey through Northern Japan found Roark’s team bike packing through the natural wonders of the...
Columbia Sportswear reported an increase in sales for the second quarter of 2023 but cut its guidance for the year based on macroeconomic headwinds and high inventory levels. “The current environment is making it difficult to achieve the long-term growth algorithm...
The North Face was a bright spot for VF Corporation during its first quarter of fiscal 2024. Despite an 8% revenue drop across VF, the company saw 12% revenue growth at The North Face. North Face was the top performing large brand at the company. Vans revenue fell...
Columbia Sportswear Company announced that Tricia L. Shumavon will be joining the company as president of Prana. Shumavon most recently worked at Adidas in Europe where she was the global vice president of women’s, men’s, and kids sportswear apparel. She has also...
Outdoor Research, the Seattle-based manufacturer of high-performance technical outdoor apparel, this week published its inaugural Annual Impact Report, highlighting its commitment to sustainability, inclusivity and responsible corporate practices. The report is a tool...
Toad&Co announces the launch of ToadAgain, a clothing take back and resale program that furthers the company’s mission of giving back and creating socially and environmentally committed clothing. Circularity has always been a key part of the brand’s sustainability...
