Trend report: More brands getting into the used-gear game
Outdoor brands are building new retail channels through the sale of used gear.
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Geoff Nudelman is a lifestyle journalist and copywriter focused on making the world a better place through compelling copy. He has worked as a daily contributor at Outside Business Journal, reporting on the ever-changing role of the outdoor industry in the broader business landscape. Geoff is also a regular contributor to Barron’s, AskMen, Sustainable Brands, Field Mag, and several other titles. You can check out more of his work at geoffnudelman.com.
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