The pandemic seemingly increased interest in golf and tennis, leading to more visits and members at country clubs, particularly from a younger demographic. As a result, country club visits are up, and foot traffic is above pre-pandemic levels.
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Nordstrom Adding Rack Location in Fort Myers, FL
The 31,000-square-foot store will be located at Bell Tower, a central shopping, dining, and entertainment complex in Fort Myers.
Andre Agassi Among Investors in DUPR Pickleball Rating System
The proposed international rating system for pickleball has engaged a new board, ownership, investors, and an influx of $8 million in funding to advance DUPR’s mission to unify the growing sport with technology and a global rating system.
Fitness Ventures Picks Pittsburgh for 48th Crunch Fitness Location
Crunch Pleasant Hills, a 45,000-square-foot fitness facility in Pittsburgh, PA, will take the place of a former LA Fitness facility.
GearJunkie Parent Acquires Pack Hacker
Pack Hacker’s focus on travel gear reviews and buying advice is expected to complement AllGear Digital’s brand portfolio covering outdoor sports, cycling, surfing, and other outdoor pursuits.
Shot Scope Debuts Pro ZR Laser Rangefinder
“Shot Scope is very excited to innovate the laser rangefinder category once again with a device that provides the best combination of distance and accuracy, with a construction and design that offers unmatched durability for handling harsh conditions on the course.” —David Hunter, CEO of Shot Scope.
Life Time to Open in Boulder
The 40,000-square-foot space will be renovated as Life Time Boulder, replacing the former Colorado Athletic Club. The site joins Life Time Denver West, opening in Wheat Ridge in the first half of 2024.
Report: Nearly 8 of 10 Online Chargebacks Originate from Consumers, Not Fraud
Based on anonymized data obtained from Chargeflow’s merchant database, the company’s 2024 report found that 79.03 percent of chargeback cases result from friendly fraud, driving the need for businesses to adopt automated fraud detection solutions and educational initiatives.
Ashworth Golf Names Sales Rep of the Year
Ann Johnson’s hard work and determination proved instrumental in opening new doors, securing green grass accounts and delivering significant growth for the company.
Golf Datatech Sees 2023 Golf Equipment Sales Trend Flat to 2022
On- and off-course specialty golf equipment sales were up 6.6 percent year-over-year for the month of December and up 39.3 percent from December 2019.
Ashworth Golf Debuts “Insanely Soft and Stylish” Golfman Hoodies for 2024
“The popularity of the Golfman Hoodie among PGA Professionals speaks volumes to the incredible fabric, super soft feel and consumer affinity for the Ashworth brand.” —Eddie Fadel, President, Ashworth Golf
Marine Products Corp. Sees Q4 Boat Unit Sales Sink 34 Percent
The parent of the Chaparral and Robalo boat brands said Q4 net sales came in at $70.9 million, down 35 percent from Q4 2022, primarily due to a 34 percent decrease in the number of boats sold during the quarter.
G/Fore adds Softspike Stability to Gallivanter Golf Shoe
Designed with ten points of contact with the ground for increased weight dispersion, G/Lock Gallivanter spikes feature center stingers and flexible expanding legs to grip the course.
EXEC: Puma Expects to Come Up Short in 2023; Tempers 2024 Outlook
The company points to the extraordinary 54 percent devaluation of the Argentine peso in December 2023 and the application of hyperinflationary accounting for a miss on its bottom line.
Report: Camper’s Preferences Could Mean More Business, New Employees
KOA created its 2023 Odds and Ends report to bring quirky and intriguing findings that showcase travel’s diversity and evolving nature. Many could mean more business for outdoor brands, retailers, campgrounds, and RV dealers.
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