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Outdoor Research, the Seattle-based outdoor brand known for its innovative, field-tested gear and apparel, proudly announces the grand opening of its new Bellingham retail store. Located at 1501 12^th St., in the historic Fairhaven neighborhood, the 2,736 square-foot space features a curated selection of Outdoor Research’s award-winning technical gear including mountain bike apparel, outerwear, and sportswear, alongside heritage gloves, gaiters, and headwear. The modern, updated store also builds on the brand’s mission to help solve adventurers’ problems by offering the active Bellingham community a new space to find reliable, high-performance gear, while serving as a hub for the local outdoor community.

"Bellingham is a launch pad for so many outdoor adventures—whether you're riding Galbraith, skiing Baker, or exploring the North Cascades,” said Bellingham Store Manager Ben Harvey.  “We're beyond excited to open our doors in a community that lives and breathes the outdoors, and we can't wait to welcome both locals and visitors into our space."

Founded in 1981 in Seattle, WA by nuclear physicist Ron Gregg, Outdoor Research designs technical outdoor gear and apparel for people who love to be outdoors. Inspired by the mountains and seas of the Pacific Northwest, Outdoor Research’s unique research-led approach to product development and their commitment to innovation, collaboration and community, has built them a reputation as one of the most trusted brands in the outdoor industry.