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Inside the Industry: Boardriders Sale Update, Plus RVCA, DC, Element Global GMs

We have the latest on the upcoming Boardriders sale to Authentic Brands Group, plus profiles of three global…

Executive Edition August 29, 2023
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Ryan Wist to Xcel Wetsuits as VP of Global Sales

Wist joins after 17 years at Rip Curl, where he last served as director of national wholesale sales.

News August 29, 2023
Santa Monica Place, Herschel Supply 3rd Street Promenade, Vans downtown L.A., Americana at Brand, Tilly's Glendale, and Glendale Galleria back-to-school 2023.

Retail Check-In: How Back-to-School is Shaping Up

Shop Eat Surf visited Vans, Herschel, Tilly’s, Urban Outfitters, and other industry partners and competitors to get a…

Executive Edition August 28, 2023
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Outdoor Product Highlights from Overland Expo Mountain West

Among the adventure 4×4 rigs and van life setups at Overland Expo Mountain West in Loveland, Colorado last…

News August 28, 2023
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Nordstrom Sales Fall Across Both Banners

The retailer grew profitability but is seeing softer traffic and historic highs on shrinkage.

Executive Edition August 25, 2023
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Hardgoods Downturn Puts Squeeze on Globe International’s Full-Year Sales, Profit

CEO: Globe ended its fiscal year in a “much stronger financial position” as a trend in improving profitability…

News August 25, 2023
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Icebreaker President Talks Product Expansion, Brand Strategy

Merino-wool outdoor apparel brand icebreaker is in a battle against synthetic clothing. The company began with a focus…

News August 24, 2023
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Katin Plays the Long Game to Double-Digit Growth

The brand’s leaders talk about their product-driven strategy and if they think Katin will benefit from the coming…

News August 24, 2023
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Hot-Selling Goodr Sunglasses Targets Outdoor Market

Draw a Venn diagram of affordability, fashion, and functionality, and goodr sunglasses would sit dead center. The Inglewood,…

News August 23, 2023
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