Nike’s tiny “AeroBlades” are drawing attention, but are they making a difference at the Olympics?
Author: Teresa Hartford
Teresa Hartford
Editorial & Creative Director | SGB Media
teresa@sgbonline.com | 704.651.5741

Retail Vacancies Good News for Planet Fitness
While the active-lifestyle market has hit a recent rough patch in retailing products, retailing services and experiences in the sector has been a more positive story.

Aisle Talk, Week of August 8
Headlines from the active lifestyle industry this past week you may have missed.

By The Numbers, Week of August 8
Earnings, stats and figures that defined the industry for the week of August 8.

SGB 2016 Retail Top 100: The List
See who ranks as the top 100 active-lifestyle retailers in the United States.

Trend Spotting at Rio 2016: Swim Brands to Watch
As it should be, our focus is on the athletes at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio. But being in the business of the trade, we also can’t help but notice the active-lifestyle brands winning prime real estate on the stage.

Inside Vail’s Strategy To Acquire Whistler Blackcomb
A deeper look at the deal — plus the numerous other ski-resort acquisitions Vail has been making throughout the past few years — reveals a broad and complex strategy rooted in consumer data, marketing and geographic positioning.

Bridgestone Golf Hires President, CEO
Bridgestone Golf hired Angel Ilaganto assume the role of President and CEO.

Pure Hockey Acquires Total Hockey, Inc.
Pure Hockey parent company TSG Enterprises, LLC, one of the largest specialty hockey and lacrosse retailer in the U.S., has acquired Total Hockey, Inc.

VF Corp. Shakes Up Leadership at Timberland, Smartwool
VF Corp. announced and confirmed several leadership changes at some of its top outdoor brands this past week as the company looks to restructure and rebound after several disappointing quarters.

Gaia Gains Subscribers, Sees Q2 Loss
Health and wellness media company, Gaia, Inc., which recently sold off its Gaiam fitness products business to Sequential Brands Group, Inc., reported its first-ever quarter results, solely concentrating on the continuing media side of its business.

Outdoor Retailer Summer Market Surprises On The Upside
A welcoming surprise, Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2016 was busy, upbeat and optimistic.

Top 5 Takeaways From Outdoor Retailer Summer Market – Day 2
Find out the top news and business trends from Day 2 of the OR show in Salt Lake City.

Live At Outdoor Retailer Summer Market – Day 2
As we walk the show floor and chat with retailers and brands, here are some of the themes and fun things we’re seeing at ORSM 2016.