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Hi-Tech Surf Sports Owner Kim Ball on Maui Devastation

The devastating fires in Maui have impacted thousands of people, including Kim Ball, the owner of Hi-Tech Surf…

News August 22, 2023
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Dick’s Lays Off 250 Workers, Cites Theft for Q2 Profit Drop

After a second quarter where profitability fell short, Dick’s Sporting Goods announced a business optimization program that involved…

News August 22, 2023
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How Women’s Outdoor Brand Hikerkind Uses Community to Build Awareness

Up-and-coming women’s outdoor brand Hikerkind wants its products to fit into the everyday lives of its customers, and…

News August 21, 2023
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YPulse, Outdoor Retailer to Offer Webinar on Insights on Gen Z

Gen Z may be highly aware of all the environmental issues facing the planet, however, that doesn’t mean…

News August 18, 2023
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L.L.Bean Ups Its Wholesale Game, Eyes More Retail Expansion

Legacy outdoor brand L.L.Bean has been making moves to expand beyond its own stores, website, and long-running catalog.…

News August 17, 2023
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Mystery Ranch Narrows Focus to Tackle Industry Obstacles

Backpack brand Mystery Ranch is dealing with the same challenges that the rest of the industry is facing,…

News August 15, 2023
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With Late Closing Day, Mammoth Mountain Recoups Early Season Losses

For only the third time in its nearly 70-year history, Mammoth Mountain Ski Area in California stayed open…

News August 14, 2023
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Merrell Down 16% on Inventory Overhang, Wholesale Challenges

Wolverine Worldwide, the parent company of footwear brands Saucony and Merrell, has appointed new leadership to correct course…

News August 10, 2023
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Wolverine Worldwide Appoints Christopher Hufnagel as CEO

Wolverine World Wide announced that its board of directors has appointed Christopher Hufnagel to chief executive officer and…

News August 10, 2023
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Yeti Raises Outlook While Managing Recall Issue in Q2

Yeti Holdings, retailer and manufacturer of outdoor products, reported earnings and revenue fell in the second quarter as…

News August 10, 2023
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Outdoor Specialty Retailers Report Steady Summer Sales

The summer season has felt shortened in the Western U.S. as ski resorts stayed open late, while heavy…

News August 9, 2023
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