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Wayfarers making a comeback

What is selling at Industrial Ride Shop

I spoke with Aaron Dewitt, the purchasing manager at Industrial Ride Shop, to see what's selling at the…

News May 13, 2013
Kmartäó»s new surf and skate line

Kmart to launch surf and skate line

According to DNR's Web site, Kmart will launch a surf and skate clothing line this summer. Kmart is…

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The sales story remains the

The sales story remains the same for Buckle

The Buckle shows no signs of slowing down. The consumer may be pulling back everywhere else in America,…

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Core store sales improve

Core store sales improve slightly in October

Cary Allington of ActionWatch sent me a core store same-store sales report yesterday for October. The ActionWatch retail panel…

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Surf and skate shops on holiday and planning for spring

I checked in with four surf and skate shops this week - South Coast in San Diego, Liberty…

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Macy's announced layoffs today and elimination of divisions

Say goodbye to Macy's West

Macy's announced today it is eliminating 7,000 positions and its regional divisions, including Macy's West. The company is…

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Hang Ten launches at Kohl's in April

More surf brands hit mid-tier retailers this spring as Hang Ten launches at 30 Kohl's stores in warm…

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The Active warehouse in Mira Loma

Active bankruptcy filing details

Updated 7:30 a.m. Wednesday with names of more skateboarders whose contracts are being rejected and a mention of…

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Canadian retailer West 49

Canadian retailer West 49 rejects Adrenalina bid

West 49, a major action sports retailer in Canada, today rejected an unsolicited takeover bid from Adrenalina. Adrenalina,…

News May 13, 2013
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