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How Michigan Retailer Bill and Paul’s Captures the Outdoor Lifestyle Shopper

How Michigan Retailer Bill and Paul’s Captures the Outdoor Lifestyle Shopper

There’s apparel specifically designed for outdoor activities that will hold up to the weather, elements, and rigorous paces an outdoor enthusiast puts it through. Then there’s apparel that looks outdoorsy…

News January 16, 2024
Opinion: The Retail Landscape – What We Can Expect in 2024

Opinion: The Retail Landscape – What We Can Expect in 2024

Rosenthal & Rosenthal’s Maria Contino discusses what surf and skate brands need to do to tackle challenges in 2024.

News January 15, 2024
Hot Shoe Brand On Running Sets Aggressive Sales Goals

Hot Shoe Brand On Running Sets Aggressive Sales Goals

Executives from rising shoe brand On Running gave an update on the company’s goals, including doubling its sales in the next three years, at the ICR Conference in Orlando, Florida,…

News January 12, 2024
Merrell, Saucony Parent Company Sells Shoe Brand Sperry

Merrell, Saucony Parent Company Sells Shoe Brand Sperry

Wolverine Worldwide, parent company of Merrell, Saucony, Chaco, and other brands, announced it has sold boat-shoe brand Sperry to Authentic Brands Group and the Aldo Group. The deal closed on…

News January 11, 2024
Updated: Photos and Report From Surf Expo

Updated: Photos and Report From Surf Expo

We have a full report and lots of photos from the Surf Expo show floor in Orlando, Florida.

News January 11, 2024
Pack Brand Deuter Pushes to Expand U.S. Market Presence

Pack Brand Deuter Pushes to Expand U.S. Market Presence

After 125 years of developing into a major player in Europe, add German backpack brand Deuter to the growing list of European outdoor companies making a dedicated push for market…

News January 10, 2024
Surf Expo Kicks Off Today

Surf Expo Kicks Off Today

The industry is heading to Orlando this week for Surf Expo, which kicks off Wednesday with a packed roster of brands, buyers and events.

News January 10, 2024
Rip Curl Names Kiki Prince North America GM

Rip Curl Names Kiki Prince North America GM

The well-regarded industry executive and Roxy veteran joins Rip Curl, which has been without a North American leader since former regional President Dylan Slater left.

News January 9, 2024
Opinion: Lies, Damned Lies and MAP Policies

Opinion: Lies, Damned Lies and MAP Policies

It’s that time of year. The wonderful holiday and post-holiday period when independent retailers get angry at some of their friends. Why, might you ask, would those retailers choose this…

News January 9, 2024
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series