TRENDS, PERSPECTIVE & ANALYSIS
WINTER 2023
Reaching the retail stores that drive the business in the outdoor category.
Fresh content and visibility, during and after the winter and summer markets. 
We believe in the foundation and success of independent specialty brick-and-mortar stores. Shopping is not just about commerce. There’s something called the in-store experience. Product knowledge. The touching and feeling of product. The personal touch. The curated assortment and exciting impulse purchases. The trusted service after the purchase. And, the customer’s immediate gratification. 

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