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One of the nation’s oldest outdoor retailers is closing dozens of stores as it looks to streamline its operations. Vermont-based The Orvis Company announced it will close 31 stores and five outlets in ...

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Outdoor retailer Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) reportedly plans to close three of its U.S. stores next year. The closures will affect REI locations across the Northeast, including Paramus, New ...

For more than 10 years Tyler has used his experience in smart home tech to craft how-to guides, explainers, and recommendations for technology of all kinds. From using his home in beautiful Bend, OR ...

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Iconic 87-year-old REI is closing three stores in 2026 — including two flagship locations that recently unionized. The decision to shutter stores comes as the company battles falling sales and a ...