Online sales grew 35%, now making up 20% of total sales. Sales of footwear increased 35% to $157m.

CEO Tim Boyle said: "I’m pleased to report the pace of fundamental recovery exceeded our expectations in the first quarter, resulting in a return to net sales growth and financial results that were stronger than we anticipated. 

“Consumer demand is high and retail inventories are lean, resulting in a favourable full price selling environment. I’d like to thank our operations and distribution centre teams that did an amazing job mitigating industry-wide supply chain disruptions and enabling us to deliver these results.”

The company has raised expectations for the year.

Columbia also owns the Sorel, Mountain Hardwear and prAna brands.