Top Outdoor Industry News Headlines

Altra Doubles Down on Thru-Hiking, Doctor Attention

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.

Birkenstock IPO Filing Hints at Active, Outdoor Ambitions

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

The Daily Awards Are Open To All

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.

Updated: Oboz President Outlines Path For Emerging Footwear Brand

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.

Exclusive: Cotopaxi CEO Damien Huang Talks Taking the Reins

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.

Spotlight on New Product Category for The Daily Awards

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.

Gathr Outdoors Leader Shares Go-Forward Strategy

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.

Vista Outdoor Outlines Spinoff Strategy, M&A Approach

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.

Outdoor Products on the Show Floor at Surf Expo

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.

Noto Group’s Purpose-Driven Approach Nets Results for Brands and Executives

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

Spotlight on New Executive Category for The Daily Awards

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.

DPS Skis Puts Faith in Carbon Fiber With Lifetime Guarantee

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

Exclusive: Cotopaxi CEO Damien Huang Talks Taking the Reins

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.

Spotlight on New Product Category for The Daily Awards

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.

Gathr Outdoors Leader Shares Go-Forward Strategy

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.

Vista Outdoor Outlines Spinoff Strategy, M&A Approach

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.

Outdoor Products on the Show Floor at Surf Expo

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.

Noto Group’s Purpose-Driven Approach Nets Results for Brands and Executives

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

Spotlight on New Executive Category for The Daily Awards

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.

DPS Skis Puts Faith in Carbon Fiber With Lifetime Guarantee

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

Industry Truth-Teller Wes Allen of Sunlight Sports Talks Outdoor Challenges

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.

From Nature. For Nature.

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.

Authentic Brands Closes on Boardriders Acquisition

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.

Nominations Now Open for The Daily Awards

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.

Industry Truth-Teller Wes Allen of Sunlight Sports Talks Outdoor Challenges

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.

From Nature. For Nature.

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.

Authentic Brands Closes on Boardriders Acquisition

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.

Nominations Now Open for The Daily Awards

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.

Large Retailers Alarmed by Rise in Theft

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.

L.L.Bean Inks Wholesale Partnership with Academy Sports + Outdoors

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.

Checking in with Outdoor Specialty Store Angles Sports in Longmont, Colorado

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.

Outdoor Product Highlights from Overland Expo Mountain West

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 President Talks Product Expansion, Brand Strategy

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.

Hot-Selling Goodr Sunglasses Targets Outdoor Market

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

Hi-Tech Surf Sports Owner Kim Ball on Maui Devastation

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.

Dick’s Lays Off 250 Workers, Cites Theft for Q2 Profit Drop

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.

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Introducing The Daily Awards

The new program consists of more than 25 categories covering a wide range of outdoor industry functions, including executive, product, and brand awards. The goal is to honor outdoor business operators and celebrate their achievements.

Outdoor Industry Press Releases

Oiselle Selects Five Athletes For “Year of the Underbird” Sponsorship

Selected athletes represent up-and-coming talent in the marathon field.

Snow Peak USA Taps Josh Simpson for Campfield Leadership

Simpson joins as General Manager for the brand’s forthcoming campground in Long Beach, WA

Polartec Power Shield Debuts in Santini Adapt Multi Jacket

The company offers a bio-based, performance driven jacket for all-weather cycling.

November 14-16, 2023

Outdoor Retailer Winter takes place at the Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City at the start of the seasonal sales cycle.

June 19-21, 2023

Outdoor Retailer Summer is the national business-to-business commerce event at the Calvin L. Rampton Salt Palace Convention Center at the front of the summer buying season, with the new Outdoor Adventure X (OAX) consumer festival staging the weekend prior at Snowbasin Resort.