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Slowtide Expands Into Housewares, Launches in Australia
Slowtide has come a long way in nine years, most recently growing its sales team, launching in Australia with the help of Shannan North, and expanding its product offerings.
News June 26, 2024Opinion: What Independent Outdoor Retailers and REI Can Do to Create a Healthier Industry Ecosystem
It’s June, which means Spring line showings have already happened and too-early order deadlines are just around the corner in the outdoor industry. As we survey the landscape, it’s clear…
News June 25, 2024Surf Shop Sales Revived by Return of Sunny, Hot Weather in Southern California
It was an extra wet and gloomy winter and spring in Southern California. But the weather turned in the last week, and owners at Jack's, HSS, Spyder, Surfside, South Coast,…
Executive Edition June 25, 2024Growing Outdoor Participation Will Take Creative, Customized Approaches, Say Experts at Outdoor Retailer Summer
Total participation in outdoor recreation is higher than ever, but who is getting outdoors, how often, and what’s motivating them is evolving, challenging stereotypes and creating new opportunities for brands…
News June 24, 2024Patagonia Announces First-of-its-Kind Wetsuit Recycling Program
Patagonia and Bolder Industries are transforming old natural rubber wetsuits into material used in new wetsuit construction.Â
News June 24, 2024Rip Curl Exec Diem Culley Named COO of Outerknown, Firewire, and Slater Designs
In his new expanded role as CEO of Outerknown, Firewire Surfboards and Slater Designs, Dylan Slater just made a significant hire that underscores the ambitions of the newly merged company.
News June 20, 2024Outdoor Retailer Innovation Award Winners Named
Outdoor Retailer announced the winners of the coveted Outdoor Retailer Innovation Awards Tuesday at Outdoor Retailer Summer in Salt Lake City. An independent panel of judges evaluated 137 total entries…
News June 19, 2024