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Outdoor Unfiltered

Rock Fight, LLC
Outdoor Industry
Ultralight Backpacking
Garage Grown Gear
Outdoors
Sustainability
Eddie Bauer
Patagonia
Outdoor Retailer Trade Show
Amer Sports
Switchback Trade Show
Outdoor Industry Association
Rendezvous 2026

Want to know what's REALLY going on in the outdoor industry? Move past the PR speak and platitudes. Get the "why" behind the headlines with the unvarnished truth about the outdoor industry's biggest drivers. Host Eoin Comerford -- former CEO, marketer, and consultant -- brings two decades of industry scars and successes to the table. He’s calling out the missteps, celebrating the innovators, and d... more

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Latest Episodes

Is the classic outdoor gear shop model dead?

In this episode of Outdoor Unfiltered, host Eoin Comerford explores why iconic retailers like Wilderness Exchange, Summit Hut, and Midwest Mountaineering are facing new challenges.

We look at why expan... more

Go beyond the PR spin with Eoin Comerford, former CEO and industry advisor, as he deconstructs the business mechanics of the outdoor world.

In this episode of Outdoor Unfiltered, we break down the high-stakes merger attempt between Rip Curl and Pau... more

In this episode of Outdoor Unfiltered, host and former CEO Eoin Comerford dissects the collapse of Eddie Bauer and the "vampire" licensing model that is hollowing out iconic brands.

Eoin also takes a hard look at the slowdown of athleisure, explorin... more

Today on Outdoor Unfiltered, Eoin Comerford breaks down the news that REI is cutting pay and benefits for employees as the co-op struggles to return to profitability.

After four straight years of losses REI is facing some tough financial realities ... more

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Recent Guests

Todd Buckley
Owner of Town to Trail Outfitters in Brighton, Michigan
Town to Trail Outfitters
Episode: KMD's Snarky Rejection of Paul Naudé, Solo Stove's Struggles & How Specialty Retail Wins in 2026!
Kent Ebersole
President of the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA)
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA)
Episode: Why Eddie Bauer Failed & The OIA Rendezvous Recap Plus: Has Athleisure Finally Peaked?
Colin True
Founder of The Rock Fight
The Rock Fight
Episode: Profitability vs. People: REI Cuts Pay & Benefits
Lloyd Vogel
CEO of Garage Grown Gear (GGG) and adviser to the outdoor industry
Garage Grown Gear
Episode: The Death Of Misery Marketing, Ultralight Goes Mainstream & Switchback vs. Outdoor Retailer
Kristin Hostetter
Former editor-in-chief of Snews and head of sustainability at Outside
Outside / Snews / Outside Business Journal / Outside
Episode: Tariff Decision Explained, Outdoor Earnings & Sustainability Under Attack

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Eoin Comerford
Host of Outdoor Unfiltered

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#58
United States/Sports/Wilderness
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#23
Canada/Sports/Wilderness
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#27
United Kingdom/Sports/Wilderness
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#8
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#120
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#152
France/Sports/Wilderness
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#195
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#10
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#46
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#50
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Why Eddie Bauer Failed & The OIA Rendezvous Recap Plus: Has Athleisure Finally Peaked?
Q: Speaking of Rendezvous, what were some of the topics you hit on and how were they received?
The event was divided into topics beyond core capacity (like AI and financial management) and core pillars (participation, sustainability, public lands). Engagement varied, but panels and Q&A energized attendees, with notable moments on product innovation and the soul of the industry.
KMD's Snarky Rejection of Paul Naudé, Solo Stove's Struggles & How Specialty Retail Wins in 2026!
Q: What would you say are the top brands or categories driving success in your store right now?
Footwear has become a cornerstone, with brands like Lems and Danner performing especially well, supported by a stable mix of apparel from brands such as Cool, Patagonia, Fjallraven, and Relwen, alongside a growing footwear assortment and in-store events that bring customers in.
KMD's Snarky Rejection of Paul Naudé, Solo Stove's Struggles & How Specialty Retail Wins in 2026!
Q: What were the initial considerations behind opening a new outdoor specialty store, and would you do it again?
We identified a genuine void in the market, particularly for footwear and curated outdoor apparel, and we built a plan around listening to the community and regional reps. After 18 months, the venture is profitable and we'd absolutely do it again if the conditions were right, though not just for the sake of expansion.
KMD's Snarky Rejection of Paul Naudé, Solo Stove's Struggles & How Specialty Retail Wins in 2026!
Q: Could you please describe your store, size, and location for our listeners?
Town to Trail Outfitters is a roughly 2,800-square-foot store in Brighton, Michigan, with about 1,900 square feet of storefront space and a back bar area. The business is self-funded, profitable, and has grown about 52% year-over-year in the last 12 months, supported by a close-knit local retail ecosystem.
Tariff Decision Explained, Outdoor Earnings & Sustainability Under Attack
Q: Kristin, you were responsible for pulling together these sorts of reports while you were at Outside. What were your reactions and takeaways from Patagonia's Work in Progress document?
Kristin explains that Patagonia's report exemplifies extraordinary commitment and transparency, with depth that surpasses typical impact reports, and that its openness sets a high bar for the industry despite critics who label it greenwashing.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Outdoor Unfiltered

What is Outdoor Unfiltered about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A newsletter-worthy look at how the outdoor industry actually works, beyond PR spin. Episodes repeatedly dissect retailer dynamics, brand strategies, and market pressures shaping decisions from storefront floors to boardrooms. Topics range from M&A activity in surfing brands and wholesale versus D2C tensions to sustainability, trade show dynamics for small brands, and the economics of ultralight gear. Guests bring hands-on retail experience, industry leadership, and brand-building insights, creating practical takeaways for retailers, marketers, and founders seeking to navigate a fast-changing landscape. A standout angle is live-store lessons and blunt, data-informed analysis that helps listeners understand what moves the market, who's winni... more

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2. Kent Ebersole
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4. Lloyd Vogel
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