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686 Mike West

Independently-Owned 686 Focuses on Slow, Consistent, and Profitable Growth

686 is best known for its snow outerwear, and has also expanded into technical apparel, which includes 686’s…

News April 22, 2024
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Vail Resorts: Tough Conditions Lead to Decline in Skier Visits

Vail Resorts has announced its ski season metrics for the period ending April 14, showing mixed financial results…

News April 19, 2024
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Industry Brands Featured at Expansive New Bass Pro Shop

A 140,000-square-foot Bass Pro Shop just opened in Irvine, California, the outdoor chain’s second store in Southern California…

Executive Edition April 18, 2024
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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
686, Oboz, Cotopaxi, Kuhl, Hoka

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
Waterstone Outdoor staff. Owner Holly Fussell is on the left. Courtesy of Waterstone Outdoors. resz

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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