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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 Retailers can Reduce Tax Complexities and Make the Nice List this Holiday Season

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Loyalty Programs Its not uncommon for brands to roll out loyalty programs to frequent customers, offering exclusive early access to sales, rewards for purchases or deals on shipping.

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How stackt is Creating Community and Commerce with…Shipping Containers?

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Designed completely out of shipping containers, stackt is a Toronto-based marketplace that brings community connection, commerce and culinary experiences together. More than 70% of our public property resides within an outdoor landscape that provides a safe and welcoming environment during the ongoing pandemic.

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Meet Outer – the US outdoor furniture brand curing ‘wet butt syndrome’

Inside Retail

Direct-to-consumer furniture company Outer aims to disrupt the outdoor furniture market with its cleverly designed sofas, chairs, and coffee tables that are made to stand up to the elements without adding to the world’s growing waste problem. million) Series B funding round. million) Series B funding round. A cure for ‘wet butt syndrome’.

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Outdoor Retailer REI Celebrates Growth With Exciting Summer Expansion

Retail Wire

Outdoor retailer REI is continuing its retail growth. According to a press release , all new locations will offer outdoor recreation gear and apparel, and a full-service bike shop. Each new REI location will be stocked with a wide range of outdoor gear and apparel. Stores will continue to open their doors throughout summer 2025.

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Outdoor Seating for Restaurants

Small Biz Trends

One of the best ways to attract customers to a restaurant is to give them more dining options, whether it is indoors, outdoors, or to go. If they decide to dine in, having an outdoor option is always a great alternative for diners. Here are some outdoor seating for restaurants you can get right now. ″D x 28.5″H

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VF Opens its Largest Distribution Center in Southern California

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The DC is capable of shipping 76 million units annually and will employ approximately 550 people during peak periods. The center offers EV chargers, both indoor and outdoor restorative areas and features a robust fitness facility on site to encourage health and wellness.” million-square-foot facility in Ontario, Calif.