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The North Face Unveils 2024 Olympic Climbing Uniforms

The North Face has officially revealed the sport climbing competition uniforms for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, announcing…

News April 16, 2024
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How Fast-Growing Rab Plans to Stay True to its Core

With the rise of outdoor apparel worn by casual consumers who might only need a rain jacket to…

News April 15, 2024
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Amer Sports CEO Comments on Shift to DTC Model 

Amer Sports, the parent company of Arc’teryx, Salomon, Atomic, Wilson, and other brands, filed its first annual report…

News April 11, 2024
Nordstrom Rack to see 22 new stores in 2024

Nordstrom Rack Taps Lori Marten as Head of Merchandising

Marten is a Nordstrom veteran. Her appointment comes as Nordstrom Inc.’s off-price channel continues to see strong momentum.

News April 9, 2024
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Retailer Backcountry North Focuses on Quality, Full Price Sales, and Up-and-Coming Brands

For outdoor specialty retailer Backcountry North in Traverse City, Michigan, boating on Lake Michigan is a huge draw.…

News April 8, 2024
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Christy Sports to Close All New Mexico Stores

Colorado-based outdoor retailer Christy Sports will close its six stores in New Mexico, the company announced Thursday. The…

News April 5, 2024
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The Top 10 Fastest Growing Brands in Outdoor Specialty Channel

Everybody involved in the outdoor industry knows Hoka, On, and Vuori are selling well. But there are several…

News April 4, 2024
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New Owner, New Strategies Drive Growth for Water Stone Outdoors

Holly Fussell recently celebrated the two-year anniversary of buying Water Stone Outdoors in Fayetteville, West Virginia. She bought…

News April 1, 2024
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For NW Alpine, Made in America Not as Simple as it Sounds

About the time the U.S. economy crashed in 2008, Bill Amos was in his 20s, teaching at community…

News March 28, 2024
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Outdoor Industry Participation Still Up Despite Retailer Struggles

Despite a challenging outdoor business market, the industry has seen more casual participants than ever, and many people…

News March 25, 2024
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Revelyst Acquires Golf Simulator Platform, Takes Another Step Toward Separation

Revelyst, Vista Outdoor’s outdoor products segment, has acquired PinSeeker, a golf simulator and connectivity app company, Vista Outdoor…

News March 25, 2024
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