REI Flagship — Seattle

The REI Flagship in Seattle is the ultimate outdoor gear destination, anchored by a 65-foot indoor climbing pinnacle and a rain room where shoppers can test waterproof jackets. At 94,000 square feet, it surpasses #10 IKEA Hammarby Sjöstad in size by 40,000 square feet, while its co-op model offers a 10% annual dividend on eligible purchases—making it the most financially rewarding outdoor retailer in America. The store also features a full-service bike shop and a mountain of camping and climbing equipment, but what truly sets it apart from the typical big-box rival is the buyer-owner dynamic that reinvests profits into members.