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Black Diamond Narrows Its Focus to Return to Growth

Black Diamond has narrowed its focus to put climbing at the center of everything it does as the…

News March 12, 2024
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Marissa Pardini Steps Down from Vans; More Layoffs Hit Office

Pardini leaves a little over a year after joining Vans as its global chief product and merchandising officer.

News March 12, 2024
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What’s Selling at Bent Gate Mountaineering in Golden, Colorado

Outdoor specialty retailer Bent Gate Mountaineering is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, and the store’s leadership is…

News March 11, 2024
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Notable Buyers Signing Up for Outdoor Retailer

Representatives from specialty shops are signing up for Outdoor Retailer’s new hosted buyer program, which is a renewed…

News March 8, 2024
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Black Diamond Parent Company Resets Focus on Outdoor, Adventure Segments

Leadership at Clarus Corporation, parent company of Black Diamond and other brands, said the company is focusing efforts…

News March 8, 2024
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Skate Brand Opus Footwear Takes Big First Step in Launch

Mirko Mangum on starting independent skate shoe brand Opus Footwear after more than two decades in the skateboarding…

News March 7, 2024
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Artilect Studio Capitalizes on Merino Wool Trend

Merino wool has been gaining popularity in the outdoor industry for a while now. More consumers are becoming…

News March 6, 2024
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Marc Eckō Named to Complex Board

The return of the Complex founder also came with news the company bought New York media company Idea…

News March 6, 2024
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Arc’teryx, China Drive Amer Sports Gains In First Earnings Report

In its first earnings call since filing an IPO earlier this year, Amer Sports, parent company of Arc’teryx,…

News March 5, 2024
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