"More people are wanting packs that they can comfortably ski with rather than just a regular day pack," said Bob Merrill, a buyer for Backcountry.com, an outdoor retailer.

MEC distinguishes itself from other outdoor retailers through its eco-friendly product line and intensive focus on corporate social responsibility.

Skis.com is an online outdoor retailer that specializes in gear for skiing, snowboarding, and ski clothing.

(Footage inside an outdoor retailer, with several racks of insulated jackets and outdoors clothing)

Millets, with over 200 stores, is the UK's largest travel and outdoor retailer.

Michael Morford, Altrec's chief executive, said the shakeout among the Internet's outdoor retailers had led to more distractions than opportunities.

B Map Opened in 1912, this is Amsterdam's oldest and best outdoor retailer, though you pay for the quality.

Sportsman's Warehouse is an outdoor sporting goods retailer which operates in 15 states across the United States, including Alaska.

Ready-made first aid kits are commercially available from chain stores or outdoor retailers.

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