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News / Analysis .....................................4
Understanding tariff talk; what the power
players are up to; plus buzz from around the
industry.
New Products .......................................8
2020 Vision: Highlighting tech and innovation
in apparel, coolers, sunglasses, camping gear
and more.
Trail Mix .............................................. 26
Talking style, tech, fit & feel with brands in the
outdoor sock market.
Sustainability 2019 ........................... 30
What does it mean to be sustainable today?
Companies share tips and strategies.
Next Steps .......................................... 36
Outdoor footwear brands are taking it up a
level in the seasons ahead.
On Hits the Trail ................................ 44
Swiss firm's innovative tech takes to the trail.
Listening In / Oboz's Amy Beck ..... 46
We catch up with the new president of
Oboz Footwear.
Grassroots Perspectives ................ 52
Jim Frank of Ozark Outdoor Supply dishes
on how his shop is navigating today's retail
gauntlet.
Trend Insight Survey ....................... 54
Outdoor consumers tells us their thoughts on
sustainability and more.
Retailers & Sustainability ............... 58
Consumers tell us what role they think retailers
should play when it comes to sustainability.
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