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Merrell, Saucony Parent Company Sells Shoe Brand Sperry

Wolverine Worldwide, parent company of Merrell, Saucony, Chaco, and other brands, announced it has sold boat-shoe brand Sperry…

News January 11, 2024
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Updated: Photos and Report From Surf Expo

We have a full report and lots of photos from the Surf Expo show floor in Orlando, Florida.

News January 11, 2024
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Pack Brand Deuter Pushes to Expand U.S. Market Presence

After 125 years of developing into a major player in Europe, add German backpack brand Deuter to the…

News January 10, 2024
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Surf Expo Kicks Off Today

The industry is heading to Orlando this week for Surf Expo, which kicks off Wednesday with a packed…

News January 10, 2024
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Rip Curl Names Kiki Prince North America GM

The well-regarded industry executive and Roxy veteran joins Rip Curl, which has been without a North American leader…

News January 9, 2024
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Opinion: Lies, Damned Lies and MAP Policies

It’s that time of year. The wonderful holiday and post-holiday period when independent retailers get angry at some…

News January 9, 2024
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Holiday Season Tough for Large Industry Retailers

Tilly’s, Zumiez, Urban Outfitters and Journeys parent Genesco offered updates on their holiday sales performance, which was challenging…

News January 9, 2024
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Coleman, Marmot Parent To Cut Staff by 7%, Shrink Real Estate Footprint

Newell Brands, maker of Coleman, Marmot, and many other brands, announced it will cut its office roles by…

News January 8, 2024
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Solo Brands Names New CEO After Snoop Marketing Miss

Solo Brands, maker of Solo Stove, Chubbies, Oru Kayak, Isle and other brands, has announced it is changing…

News January 8, 2024
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