No 567 - The End of an Era - Closing The Store

In this podcast episode, I reflect on the closure of Backpackinglight UK after nearly 20 years, discussing the journey and evolution of my company amidst significant changes in the outdoor retail industry. I highlight the challenges posed by mammoth retailers like Amazon and AliExpress, which impacted smaller independent businesses. I share our decision to close the business, feeling a need for a break, but express excitement about future plans. These include rejuvenating The Outdoors Station with a focus on audio, video, and live streams, and offering production services for podcasts and live streams to support other businesses.