Oboz President Amy Beck on 2025’s Challenges and Opportunities in 2026
Years of navigating crises have taken a toll on the outdoor industry, Beck says. Preventing burnout among the…
News December 16, 2025
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Upheaval, Resilience and Community: 2025’s Biggest Surf and Outdoor Industry Stories
As we look back on a year of challenges and opportunities, one thing is clear: the surf and…
News December 15, 2025
Kent Outdoors Secures $90 Million Credit Facility
The PNC Bank facility will boost inventory and support its portfolio of water and winter outdoor brands, said…
News December 12, 2025
Arc’teryx SVP of Brand Marketing Karl Aaker Reflects on 2025, Looks Ahead to 2026
Aaker reflects on loss, resilience and staying true to the Arc'teryx mission as the North Vancouver, B.C.-based brand…
News December 11, 2025
L.L.Bean Shares Retail Expansion Plans for 2026 and 2027
Physical retail is "an essential part of our growth strategy," said L.L.Bean Chief Retail Officer Greg Elder.
News December 11, 2025
Solo Brands CEO John Larson’s Very Turbulent Year
Larson details how the Solo Stove and Chubbies parent company regained NYSE compliance, and how he plans to…
Executive Edition December 9, 2025
Surf Expo to Celebrate 50th Anniversary with Expanded Show in January 2026
Surf Expo's January 2026 show will celebrate its 50th anniversary, featuring an expanded Shoreline Outdoor category and a…
News December 5, 2025
Dick’s Sporting Goods Execs on Foot Locker Turnaround, 2026 Retail Growth
"The most misunderstood aspect of this is how simple this [Foot Locker] turnaround is — not that it’s…
News December 4, 2025
YETI CEO Matt Reintjes on Product Diversity and International Expansion
“There are markets around the world (where) we may be more known, ultimately, as a bags/drinkware brand rather…
News December 4, 2025
Black Friday: Outdoor Specialty Retailers Compete with Brand Discounts
Retailers shared mixed Black Friday results as they strove to make up for a slow start to November,…
Executive Edition December 2, 2025
Db Expands Global Sales Team with New Hires
Scandinavian luggage and bag brand Db announces key leadership appointments to its global sales organization, with the goal…
News December 1, 2025
