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Eddie Bauer Aims to ‘Eliminate Barriers to the Outdoors’ with New Rental Program

Retail TouchPoints

In the outdoor category, Eddie Bauer is a bit late to the game — REI Co-op has rented its gear for decades and expanded its offerings in 2019; that same year, DTC Coozie Outdoors (which has since been renamed as Arrive Outdoors )launched its own gear rental program.

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How Kathmandu plans to become the world’s most loved outdoor brand

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From switching its focus on hardcore sporting adventures to inspiring joy in the great outdoors, Kathmandu is changing things up as it primes itself for global ambitions. We’re about being more inclusive and making the outdoors more accessible to everybody. Inside Retail: Let’s discuss Kathmandu’s global transformation.

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The North Face Five-Year Global Expansion Plan Includes 300 New Stores

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The North Face has unveiled a five-year growth plan that will add up to 300 global retail and partner locations, with more than 70 new stores in North America. Stores also will beef up BOPIS and ship-from-store options to support omnichannel consumer journeys.

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Arc’Teryx opens its first Sydney store

Inside Retail

Canadian-born technical outdoor wear brand Arc’teryx will launch its first NSW store in Bondi Junction on Thursday (June 22), with plans to open more in the coming years. Every Arc’teryx order is delivered for free via carbon-neutral shipping.

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A Generational Analysis of Today’s Home Improvement Customers

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134% more likely to anticipate making a garden or outdoor purchase. They’re more likely than the average consumer to indicate they’re shopping for outdoor furniture, mattresses, kitchen appliances, bed and bath goods and garden items. 65% more likely to pick up their order in-store. So which categories will they shop for this year?

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5 Ways Retailers Can Tackle Wavering Customer Loyalty

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As you develop your plans for 2023, consider these recommendations, based on the 2022 survey findings: Diversify Your Marketing Mix . Stand Out Beyond Free Shipping . Last year’s top retention tool — free shipping — fell slightly, from 64% in 2021 to 57% in 2022.

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Swanndri is beloved by Kiwis, but can it become a global brand?

Inside Retail

New Zealand outdoor clothing retailer Swanndri is looking to key overseas markets for growth, as it evolves beyond its workwear roots to attract a growing number of people in suburbs and cities. We’ve got some big plans for the northern hemisphere,” Nevin said. “It Source: Swanndri.com.au. Targeting Australia, the UK.

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