Wiesens’ store “Coastal” to open in 2017

From staff reports

Matt and Katy Wiesen — owners of Crystal River Outfitters, the Cyclery and the M22 store on Glen Arbor’s east end — have acquired the former home of Great Lakes Tea & Spice on M-109 and will open a new apparel store called “Coastal” in spring 2017.

“Our goal has always been to create both unique shopping and recreational experiences in Glen Arbor,” said Matt. “We are hoping that our new acquisition will offer yet another fun shopping option that draws visitors not only in the summer but in the off season as well.

Coastal will offer both men’s and women’s clothing, and plans to open in May.

According to Matt, the inspiration for Coastal came out of the need for more retail space at Crystal River Outfitters and wanting to create a dedicated clothing store that would allow them to continue to expand into other brands that “capture the lifestyle of this area”. Seeing an opportunity for growth in the Glen Arbor market, their director of recreational operations encouraged the Wiesens to expand.

“The appeal for the west side is that there are a number of galleries and stores clustered together unlike many other areas of town which offers a convenient shopping destination,” said Matt. “It’s fun to see Glen Arbor continue to grow as a biking community and one where visitors can spend a day walking or biking around town and enjoying all it has to offer.”

“We hope that Coastal can not only enhance and compliment the many other stores in Glen Arbor, but also help to draw more year-round visitors.”