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sailingscuttlebutt.com > 08/19/2026 > retail-galaxy-for-boaters-needs-rethink

Retail galaxy for boaters needs rethink

3+ week, 3+ day ago   (412+ words) Published on August 19th, 2026 Retail giant West Marine began modestly in 1968, with founder Randy Repass selling nylon rope from a garage in Sunnyvale, CA. With niche providers serving fragmented boating interests, West Marine soon covered the USA in large one-stop shop…...