Prime Day Breaks Sales Records — and Offers Insight into Current Consumer Mindset
The event drove $24.1 billion in online spend from July 8-11, according to Adobe.
News July 15, 2025
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Columbia Sportswear, Outdoor Research Expand Retail Footprint with New Store Openings
Key outdoor companies are continuing to invest in their own brick-and-mortar stores to showcase the full breadth of…
News July 9, 2025
Tariff and Other U.S. Government Policies Ramp Up Uncertainty and Confusion, National Retail Federation Says
The uncertainty that companies have been dealing with since the tariffs were first announced in April has led…
News July 8, 2025
Big 5 Sporting Goods to be Acquired for $112.7 Million
The deal includes the assumption of approximately $71.4 million on a line of credit.
News June 30, 2025
Orvis, Citing Tariffs, to Reduce Workforce
The Vermont-based fishing gear retailer also laid off 8% of its workforce last year.
News June 26, 2025
Half-Moon Outfitters Expands to Michigan, Florida, and Beyond Backed by New Owners
After its acquisition by Shoe Show Inc. in 2023, South Carolina-founded Half-Moon, which artfully mixes an assortment of…
Executive Edition June 16, 2025
Hurley the Big Winner at Dick’s, Free Fly and Howler Gain Real Estate
SESO visited a showcase Dick's Sporting Goods store to see how surf and outdoor brands are faring with…
Executive Edition June 11, 2025
Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Announces 2025 Outdoor Specialty Award Winners
Trail Creek Outfitters, Patagonia, Salewa, Nemo Equipment, Rab, Massey’s Outfitters, Active Endeavors, and more won awards, which were…
News June 11, 2025
REI Names Arc’teryx Vendor Partner of the Year
KEEN, Vuori, Gregory, and Atomic were also recognized as leaders in footwear, apparel, outdoor hardgoods, and action sports.
News June 11, 2025
North America Drives Strong Q1 Results for Zumiez
Zumiez, with 731 stores, is predicting top-line growth for the full year despite tariffs and planned door closures.
News June 9, 2025
Tilly’s CEO “Encouraged” As Sales Trends Appear to Stabilize
While the industry customer still reported a fairly significant drop in Q1 comparable sales, it was an improvement…
Executive Edition June 4, 2025
