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Tariff Refunds Are Still Flowing, But the Window to Act Is Closing

Billions have already been returned to importers, but a new legal dispute over “finally liquidated” entries is tightening…

News June 3, 2026
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Kate Robertson Named Editor-in-Chief of Retail TouchPoints

Kate Robertson, who covered the outdoor industry for Shop Eat Surf Outdoor, has been named Editor-in-Chief of sister…

News June 2, 2026
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West Marine’s Slow Capsize: Debt, Bad Weather, and a Pandemic Hangover Drive Chapter 11 Filing

The nation's largest marine retailer filed for Chapter 11 on May 17. The CEO's own words tell the…

News June 2, 2026
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As Patagonia Cardiff Celebrates 20 Years, Patagonia Shares What’s Worked and What’s Next

The types of goods, events, and programs that have helped buoy their local success.

News June 2, 2026
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Oboz Footwear Bets on New Leadership, Trail Running Expansion and a Louder Brand Voice

Oboz has rebuilt its senior leadership team with four hires in under a year, including Rock Fight co-hosts…

News June 1, 2026
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REI’s San Diego Store Votes to Unionize as Co-op’s Anniversary Sale Beats Expectations

REI’s San Diego store voted to unionize, becoming the co-op’s 12th unionized location, while the company separately reported…

News May 29, 2026
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Independent Retail Optimism Hits Lowest Point Among All Industries, NFIB Survey Finds

The National Federation of Independent Business reports that independent retail is the most pessimistic business segment in the…

News May 28, 2026
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The Brands AI Will Recommend Are the Ones With Clean Data — Is Yours Ready?

The next time a shopper asks an AI agent to find the perfect wetsuit for a cold-water surf…

News May 28, 2026
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Outdoor Retailer Industry Day Tackles Key Issues at Minneapolis Show in August 

Outdoor Retailer has unveiled the Industry Day program for its August 2026 show in Minneapolis, building an afternoon…

News May 27, 2026
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