From Rihanna to Trail Running, Salomon Works to Balance Performance and Fashion
The legacy outdoor brand has become a footwear darling of the fashion set. We talk to VP of Footwear and Gear Scott Betty about how Salomon is working to take advantage of that while remaining authentic in the outdoor market.
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.