The latest Piper Sandler Taking Stock With Teens survey for spring 2025 found Ugg has moved up the most (two spots with 4-points in share gains year-over-year), followed by On Running (two spots with 1-point in share gains year-over-year).
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REP Fitness Moves to DTC Model in the UK
REP Fitness will conclude its distribution partnership with Fitness Superstore on September 30, 2025. The company will also introduce a B2B sales channel in the UK, enabling businesses of all sizes to access its lineup of strength equipment.
Yamaha U.S. Marine BU Promotes Dean Burnett to VP, Marine Business
Burnett oversees the Yamaha U.S. Marine Development and Advanced Development teams and Yamaha’s Boat Business Unit, which includes the WaterCraft Business Group, G3 Boats and Skeeter Boats.
NSSF: Firearm Industry Contributes $866M to Wildlife Conservation Since 2008
The firearm industry trade association is reporting the total economic impact of the firearm and ammunition industry in the U.S. increased from $19.1 billion in 2008 to $91.7 billion in 2024, a 379 percent increase.
NRF Expected Cargo Traffic to Drop Dramatically Before Latest Tariff Moves
The latest Global Port Tracker report released on April 9 by the NRF and Hackett Associates suggests cargo traffic will drop dramatically beginning next month; however, that outlook might change given the changes in the tariff picture.
Costco Sees March Comps Grow 9.1 Percent x-Gas; E-Commerce Up High Teens
Costco reported net sales of $25.5 billion for the retail month of March, the five weeks ended April 6, 2025, an increase of 8.6 percent from $23.5 billion in fiscal March last year.
Henry Repeating Arms Honors The American Construction Worker with Tribute Edition Rifle
Built on the award-winning Henry Golden Boy .22 S/L/LR platform, this lever-action rifle, like the rest of Henry’s Tribute Edition rifles, features detailed engraved embellishments that pay tribute to some of the country’s most fundamental workforces and constituencies.
Sitka Gear Realigns Indie Rep Sales Territories
The company expanded the territory of Jeff Watt to now include the Upper Midwest as well his existing AR, IL, and the MINK states. Sitka has also added new representation in the PNW, CA, AZ, NV and UT, plus Mid-Atlantic and New England.
Fleet Feet Franchisee to Open Third North Carolina Store in Jacksonville
Michelle Fogle opened her first Fleet Feet store at the Forum Shopping Center in Wilmington, NC 10 years ago, followed by a second Wilmington location two years ago.
Report: Affordability and Evolving Traveler Trends Highlight Growth in Camping
This insight comes from a new Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) — Camping & Outdoor Hospitality Report, released today, which highlights the industry’s resilience, even amid economic uncertainty.
Peloton Names Chief Operating Officer and Chief Commercial Officer
Peloton Interactive, Inc. announced changes to its leadership team with the appointment of Charles Kirol to the newly created role of chief operating officer, reporting to president and CEO Peter Stern, effective April 14.
Perfect Game Adds a Pirate as New Managing Partner
Mary Williams will spearhead the growth and development of softball tournaments within the Perfect Game SEC organization in her new role while bringing nearly 3,500 teams with her.
Interactive Strength Acquires Wattbike; Pushes Toward $65M in Pro Forma Revenues
UK-based Wattbike, founded in 2008 to support Team GB, the UK’s Olympic team, generates $15+ million revenue annually. This transaction is expected to enable TRNR to generate more than $65 million in 2025 revenue on a Pro Forma basis.
GoPro Expanding Board with Active Outdoor Lifestyle Brand Veterans
Appointee Mick Lopez held leadership roles at Vista Outdoors. Nominee Mike Dennison is currently CEO of Fox Factory and serves on the Boards of Fox Factory Holding Corp. and Solo Brands, Inc. and nominee Emily Culp serves on the Board of Stio.
The Athlete’s Foot Promotes Matt Lafone to CEO
Matt Lafone, president and GM of Americas, takes the helm as global CEO, steering TAF toward a unified vision with new operational and innovation strategies.
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