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Academy Sports + Outdoors Reports Record Results
Apparel and footwear have been gaining momentum after pandemic-related challenges through much of last year.
Genesco Blames Port Congestion for ‘Running Four to Six Weeks Behind’
CEO Mimi Vaughn sees plenty of opportunity for Genesco to pick up market share as regional competitors and…
This Hiking Jacket Puts Circular Design to Work
The Collection of Tomorrow's circular anorak is 100 percent recyclable and can be reproduced several times.
Opening Five New Stores, Dick’s Preps for Outdoor Pilot
Lauren Hobart stepped in as president and CEO of Dick's on Feb. 1, but the retailer hasn't missed a beat in…
Emotional Dressing Tops WGSN’s Forecast for F/W 21-22 Men’s and Women’s Contemporary
Emotions stirred up by the pandemic are the drivers behind several F/W 21-22 trends, according to experts at…
Consumers Cast Booming ‘Blizzard’ for Backcountry Equipment Sales
An emerging sect of new and evolving consumers headed for the outdoors are spiking sales in backcountry…
Field Notes: Nature, Rinse, Repeat
As a new category of nature-loving consumers emerges, apropos equipment follows.
Reebok Goes Vegan With Story Mfg. Collab
With the Reebok partnership, Story Mfg. launches its first sneaker since its inception in 2013.
Outdoors and Heritage Brands Remain Bright Spots During Pandemic
From L.L. Bean, REI and Moosejaws to Carhartt, Levi's and Dickies, trusted brands and retailers are holding…
‘Clear Opportunities’ Exist for Post-Covid Sports Retail: NPD Group
"Frivolous fashion, like 'dad shoes' are likely over," NPD's Matt Powell said of practical consumers who will…
Fila and Rowing Blazers Put Signature Preppy Spin on Ski Wear
The Rowing Blazers x Fila Ski collection offers wearers a chance to look the part, even if they don't manage…
Outdoor, Outerwear Execs Talk Emerging Trends, Shopper Evolution
Outdoor industry executives share stories, insights and trends from 2020 — and discuss what's next.
Outdoor Performance Apparel: A Look Back, and a Look Forward
While carryover inventory levels limit new product adoptions for fall 2021, Concept III expects plenty of new…
Field Notes: A Gift Guide for the Outdoorsy
A brief dive into data detailed exactly what gifts shoppers hope to receive for the holidays this year.
How Localization Helped Allied Feather + Down Weather the Pandemic
While most supply chains reeled from pandemic body blows, the down and feather supplier was opening its…