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The Daily spoke with Altra co-founder Brian Beckstead about life since the company's acquisition by VF Corporation, how business is going for the brand, and differentiating itself from the competition.

The German sandal maker’s registration statement offered a glimpse at categories it thinks will help drive future growth.

Entries are due Oct. 2 and there is no requirement to be an Outdoor Retailer exhibitor or to attend the show to receive an award. The awards include more than 25 categories covering a wide range of outdoor industry functions.

The Daily spoke with Oboz President Amy Beck about current business trends, making lighter, quicker footwear, and future plans for the brand. Updated with full year financial results for Oboz that were released Tuesday.

In his first extended interview since taking over as CEO, Huang spoke with The Daily about his vision for the brand, the push to refine the wholesale strategy, and lessons learned at other companies that he’s applying to his current role.

Entries are due Oct. 2. Product categories include Camping Product of the Year, Hiking Product of the Year, Climbing Product of the Year, Cycling Product of the Year, and Running Product of the Year.

The Daily caught up with Bill Bettencourt, outdoor segment president for Gathr Outdoors, at Surf Expo in Orlando, Florida, to talk about how business is going, competing in the cooler space, and targeting the overlanding crowd.

The Daily combed through Vista’s Form 10 registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission to gain insights into the reasons for the spinoff, the company’s growth strategy, and how it evaluates market opportunities.

The Daily walked the floor to speak with outdoor companies about their new products, checking in with Teva, GCI Outdoor, Kanga Coolers, Hest, Icemule Coolers, Groove Life, and Nomadix.

A Certified B Corp and executive search firm, Noto Group’s focus is on doing better for clients and the world.

Entries are due Oct. 2. The awards celebrate great work in the outdoor industry including recognizing leading products in the market and honoring successful business leaders.

The Daily spoke with Thomas Laakso, senior vice president at DPS Skis, about the company's strategy and overall trends in the ski market.

In his first extended interview since taking over as CEO, Huang spoke with The Daily about his vision for the brand, the push to refine the wholesale strategy, and lessons learned at other companies that he’s applying to his current role.

Entries are due Oct. 2. Product categories include Camping Product of the Year, Hiking Product of the Year, Climbing Product of the Year, Cycling Product of the Year, and Running Product of the Year.

The Daily caught up with Bill Bettencourt, outdoor segment president for Gathr Outdoors, at Surf Expo in Orlando, Florida, to talk about how business is going, competing in the cooler space, and targeting the overlanding crowd.

The Daily combed through Vista’s Form 10 registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission to gain insights into the reasons for the spinoff, the company’s growth strategy, and how it evaluates market opportunities.

The Daily walked the floor to speak with outdoor companies about their new products, checking in with Teva, GCI Outdoor, Kanga Coolers, Hest, Icemule Coolers, Groove Life, and Nomadix.

A Certified B Corp and executive search firm, Noto Group’s focus is on doing better for clients and the world.

Entries are due Oct. 2. The awards celebrate great work in the outdoor industry including recognizing leading products in the market and honoring successful business leaders.

The Daily spoke with Thomas Laakso, senior vice president at DPS Skis, about the company's strategy and overall trends in the ski market.

Wes Allen is known for his honest takes on the state of business. We talk to him about all that, and also about what brands and categories are selling at his store.

Teflon EcoElite™ is a finish containing 60 percent renewably sourced raw material derived from plant-based sources that offer durable water-based stain repellency on a range of fabrics.

The New York-based brand management and licensing company said Friday morning it closed on its acquisition of Quiksilver, Roxy, Billabong, DC, and RVCA among other brands. The brands will now move to a licensing operating model.

The Daily by Outdoor Retailer is taking nominations for its new awards program, which consists of more than 25 categories covering a wide range of outdoor industry functions, including executive, product, and brand awards.

Wes Allen is known for his honest takes on the state of business. We talk to him about all that, and also about what brands and categories are selling at his store.

Teflon EcoElite™ is a finish containing 60 percent renewably sourced raw material derived from plant-based sources that offer durable water-based stain repellency on a range of fabrics.

The New York-based brand management and licensing company said Friday morning it closed on its acquisition of Quiksilver, Roxy, Billabong, DC, and RVCA among other brands. The brands will now move to a licensing operating model.

The Daily by Outdoor Retailer is taking nominations for its new awards program, which consists of more than 25 categories covering a wide range of outdoor industry functions, including executive, product, and brand awards.

Major retailers including Dick's Sporting Goods and Nordstrom have cited shoplifting and shrinkage as the cause of significant financial losses. The Daily spoke with industry analyst Matt Powell for his take on the situation.

Academy Sports + Outdoors will now carry L.L.Bean products in its stores and online. This is part of a larger push L.L.Bean is making to expand its wholesale footprint.

The Daily spoke with owner Ryan Kazee and manager Nathan Otteman about how business is going, including soft sales of backcountry gear like splitboards, and why the store switched from selling used gear to new products.

The Daily toured booths featuring outdoor products at the Overland Expo Mountain West show in Loveland, Colorado, on Aug. 25. Brands we highlight include Gathr, Kokopelli, Ignik, Mountain House, Grayl, Kelty, and Helinox.

Icebreaker and Smartwool president Jan Van Mossevelde spoke with The Daily about icebreaker’s mission to create apparel from natural products, changes at the brand since being acquired by VF Corporation, and bigger-picture business trends.

The fast-growing brand is bringing affordability, fashion, and functionality to the outdoor channel. Retailers say goodr’s strategy is working.

Kim Ball of Hi-Tech Surf Sports and his family lost three homes in the Lahaina fire. Ball shares why tourists need to come back to Maui ASAP.

On a conference call with investors, Dick’s said sales met expectations and executives also commented on the outdoor segment, including inventory status and an aggressive sales strategy.