Gander Mountain files Chapter 11

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Originally Posted by RKP

There's been a lot of this type of activity happening lately, not just in the sporting goods arena either, and I truly believe that you'll see more and more of this mainly due to the internet shopping. For various reasons a lot of people shop via the internet now and don't frequent the Mom/Pop brick and mortar business's.

The demise of the big box retail outlets due to the internet may actually help the independent mom and pops. Just an example: My wife tells me that she HAS to see and try on clothing that she might wish to purchase. If there is no Kohl's, Macy's Target, etc... nearby? She would go to a smaller independent / mom and pop shop. Even with just a pair of jeans, I want to try them on first. So... the world works in cycles, its just business...