About Columbia Sportswear
Columbia Sportswear is a global outdoor apparel and footwear brand that designs and sells jackets, fleeces, hiking boots, shirts, pants, and accessories for activities like hiking, camping, fishing, and winter sports. The company is especially known for its technical outerwear and proprietary fabric technologies that emphasize warmth, waterproofing, and breathability. Products are sold through Columbia-branded retail stores and outlets, its website, and many third‑party retailers.
A “Columbia 425” descriptor on your card statement most likely refers to a purchase made at a specific Columbia Sportswear retail or outlet store, where “425” is a store number or internal location identifier. This could be for a one‑time in‑store transaction, an in‑person return/exchange that results in a new charge, or a card‑present purchase processed using their point‑of‑sale system. Columbia does not typically operate on a subscription model, so recurring monthly charges are uncommon and would usually be tied to repeated in‑person purchases rather than automatic billing.
If you have questions about this charge, start by checking your email for a Columbia receipt around the transaction date and reviewing any recent visits to Columbia outlet or retail locations. You can also log into your account on their website, if you have one, to review order history for matching amounts. If you still can’t verify the charge, contact Columbia Sportswear customer service with the date and amount from your statement and, if available, any store details; they can often look up the transaction by card number imprint or receipt details. As a next step, your card issuer can investigate or dispute the charge if it appears unauthorized.