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A Cool Summer for the Wetsuit Market, But a Turnaround May Be Coming

A Cool Summer for the Wetsuit Market, But a Turnaround May Be Coming

We talk to Vissla, Xcel, Rip Curl, Heritage Surf Shop, Hansen's, Proof Lab, ActionWatch and more about the current state of the wetsuit market and what the future might hold…

Executive Edition June 12, 2024
Learn How to Leverage TikTok Shop for Ecommerce Growth  

Learn How to Leverage TikTok Shop for Ecommerce Growth  

TikTok Shop, in partnership with Outdoor Retailer, is hosting a webinar tailored for small to medium-sized outdoor brands, focused on leveraging TikTok Shop to drive ecommerce growth. The session will…

News June 10, 2024
Outdoor Gear Picks for Spring and Summer

Outdoor Gear Picks for Spring and Summer

From boots to power stations, headlamps to ponchos, there is lots of interesting gear in the market right now. Here is my list of the most notable: Altra Running OLYMPUS…

Gear June 10, 2024
Free Fly Apparel Looks to Follow Vuori’s Path in Surf Market

Free Fly Apparel Looks to Follow Vuori’s Path in Surf Market

An impressive roster of surf shops have already picked up the active outdoor brand that is targeting the 25-year-old and over customer that is willing to spend on quality –…

Executive Edition June 10, 2024
Zumiez Sees Return to North America Growth In Q1; Tilly’s Guides For Slower Turnaround

Zumiez Sees Return to North America Growth In Q1; Tilly’s Guides For Slower Turnaround

Two large industry customers reported earnings Thursday and detailed consumer spending and category trends.

Executive Edition June 7, 2024
Authentic Finds Buyer for Boardriders Europe – French Company Beaumanoir

Authentic Finds Buyer for Boardriders Europe – French Company Beaumanoir

Details about the new owners of the Boardriders' operations in Europe who will also license Quiksilver, Roxy, Billabong, DC Shoes, Element, RVCA, and VonZipper in the region.

News June 5, 2024
Authentic to Acquire Champion Brand for $1.2 Billion

Authentic to Acquire Champion Brand for $1.2 Billion

Authentic plans to convert Champion’s operations into a licensing model as it does with all of its brands. The company said it is in discussions with several existing and potential…

News June 5, 2024
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series