# The Death Of Misery Marketing, Ultralight Goes Mainstream & Switchback vs. Outdoor Retailer

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Podcast: [Outdoor Unfiltered](https://stenobird.com/podcast/outdoor-unfiltered-7721035)
Published: 2026-03-09T09:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Move past the PR speak and into the boardroom. In this episode of  Outdoor Unfiltered , host Eoin Comerford breaks down the latest strategic shifts from the industry’s biggest players before sitting down with the "unofficial mayor of the outdoor industry," Lloyd Vogel. On the Business Desk: Amer Sports & Anta:  A deep dive into the $6.6B powerhouse. Why are they raising $750M despite 27% growth? We look at the debt, the margins, and the "Arc’teryx effect." The North Face vs. Merrell:  Analyzing the pivot away from "misery marketing." Why TNF is taking a run at owning "Hiking" and what Merrell’s "Secret Garden" approach means for inclusivity. The Insider Interview: Lloyd Vogel (CEO, Garage Grown Gear) The Ultralight Takeover:  Why "Ultralight" isn't a niche anymore—it's just the new standard for backpacking. The "Boomer" Impact:  How lighter gear is extending the longevity of the industry’s most loyal demographic. The Trade Show Tug-of-War:  An unfiltered look at Switchback vs. Outdoor Retailer. Can small, cottage brands save the traditional trade show model? Follow Outdoor Unfiltered  on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to stay a step ahead of the competition. Connect with Eoin:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/eoincomerford/ Learn more about GGG:   www.garagegrowngear.com

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