While snowy and chilly weather throughout much of the country cheered spirits, concerns over bankruptcies, politics, shifting consumer behavior and show dates were still top of mind at the show.
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Patagonia And Black Diamond Founders Challenge Utah’s Politics
Yvon Chouinard and Peter Metcalf are working together again.
Live At Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2017, Days 2&3
Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2017 wrapped up in Salt Lake City January 12 with most brands and retailers feeling upbeat about the season.
Todd Spaletto Out As The North Face President
Spaletto, who held the role since 2011, likely took the bullet for a decline in sales.
Live At Outdoor Retailer Winter Market, Day 1
SGB is live at Outdoor Retailer Winter Market in Salt Lake City talking to brand executives across the show floor for their perspective on the latest trends and industry news.
SGB Magazine’s Winter 2017 Issue Is Here
Get our exclusive executive industry outlook; Plus, the latest trends in winter apparel, footwear, gear and more.
Hydro Flask Pulls In $34.4 Million For Helen Of Troy’s Fiscal Q3
The brand, sold at many outdoor and active lifestyle retailers, saw its sales rise 7.8 percent during the company’s fiscal third quarter, ended November 30, with plans to further that growth in the coming year.
Get Ready For A Big Shake Out In 2017
More than 20 active lifestyle industry executives share their thoughts on where we’re headed next.
The Big Shift
The industry’s traditional seasonal calendar has been upended by changing consumer buying habits, retail strategies, weather patterns, product cycles and trade-show schedules.
The News You May Have Missed Over The Holidays
There were plenty of noteworthy headlines during the holidays, including additional FTC reviews of the proposed Cabela’s/Bass Pro merger, bankruptcy filings at Industrial Ride Shop and Yogasmoga and a merging of brands in the snow sports industry.
Adidas Won’t Confirm Blac Chyna Deal
Adidas added: “We have not have made any announcement and are unable to confirm this information.”
The Solace Of Winter Running
As camaraderie and warmth beckon from the fitness studio, we hit the snow running and remember the reasons to be a tribe of one.
Aisle Talk, Week Of December 12
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week.
Deanne Buck’s Top 5 Rules Of Success
Camber Outdoors Executive Director on how to make each day count.
Skateboarding’s New Age Renaissance
Thanks to inclusion in the 2020 Olympics, diversified styles and celebrity appeal, skating is poised for a category comeback.