Local, county and state officials responded very positively to REI locating in Bedford, which has a proven infrastructure for distribution facilities and has great proximity to our east coast retail locations.

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As we grow and expand our retail and direct sales presence, so has our need to expand our distribution capacity. Our distribution facility in the eastern region will allow us to continue to provide the high level of customer service and wide product selection that REI is known for, and will prepare us for future growth, particularly in the east.

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