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From a new wheeled luggage line from Mystery Ranch to virtual dog leashes, there is lots of interesting gear in the market right now.
Gear November 18, 2024ORIGINAL SEÑOR LOPEZ? Si, Como No!
Joining forces Original Senor Lopez, is one of the surf industry’s unique, heritage brands. Launched in the ’70s, Senor Lopez carries on the tradition of 100% recycled threads, with fresh,…
News November 18, 2024Golf Line Sandy Par Picked up by Pharmacy, Tilly’s, and Zumiez
Golf is having a moment, and skate industry veteran – and lifelong golfer - Brian Jones has launched a golf line that brings elements of skate culture to the country…
News November 14, 2024Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Connect: Retailers and Brands Cautiously Optimistic About 2025
Specialty retailers and outdoor brands are cautiously optimistic that a more stable, predictable operating environment is on the horizon at this week’s Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Connect tradeshow in Kansas City,…
News November 14, 2024Retail Check In: Southern Spears Surf Shop
Building the Revolution sat down with Southern Spears Surf Shop owner Jen Johnson to discuss how the shop is adapting to the ever-changing surf market.
News November 14, 2024REI Names Former Sephora Executive Chief Marketing Officer
REI Co-op has a new chief marketing officer, and she comes from beauty retailer Sephora. Abigail Jacobs has also worked for Williams Sonoma, West Elm, and the Pottery Barn. In…
News November 14, 2024Tilly’s Chief Merchandising Officer Laura Janney Departs; Michael Cingolani Promoted to SVP/GMM
Since the departure of the company’s longtime merchandise leader Debbie Anker-Morris in 2019, Tilly’s has experienced repeated turnover in the top merchandising job.
News November 13, 2024Behind the Scenes at HO Sports’ New Lakeside Water Ski Production and Innovation Facility
Before Kent Outdoors, the parent company of HO Sports, Hyperlite, and Connelly, opened its lakeside, state-of-the-art water ski factory in Arlington, Washington, the company’s innovation and production team had to…
News November 13, 2024Z Supply is Bigger Than You Think – Tops $100 million in Revenue
President Mandy Fry and team have turned Z Supply into a lifestyle brand. The winning formula includes never going on sale online, not selling to department stores, and creating product…
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