REI says outdoor gear it sells – including from Patagonia and The North Face ... "And, other retailers, like Dick’s Sporting Goods, must quickly follow suit. ...

Outdoor goods supplier REI CLOSES its downtown Portland store after being 'overwhelmed' by record-breaking thefts, including Thanksgiving raid - despite spending $800,000 on security last year.

In April 2022, Dick’s Sporting Goods and its Public Lands banner debuted an in-store buyback program for used gear, accepting items such as tents, backpacks, skis and snowboards.

REI expands propane cylinder exchange program. Sporting goods and outdoor gear shops such as REI, Trek Bicycle and Sports Basement continue the trend of recycling products at their retail outlets.

In 2023, REI bled money, losing $311 million, its second year of losses in a row while sales slipped 2.4% to $3.76 billion, ... Dick’s Sporting Goods, or evenWalmart.

As a brand, REI has 179 stores operating across 41 states catering to outdoor fanatics. However, just because REI has a strong reach doesn’t necessarily mean it’s the best option for everyone.

After opening 16 new stores across 10 states in 2024, the sporting goods retailer said it plans to open between 20 and 25 ...

REI bled money last year, losing $311 million, its second year of losses in a row. Sales, meanwhile, slipped 2.4% to $3.76 billion, ... Dick’s Sporting Goods, or Walmart. ...