The Bushnell Factory Outlet in Lenexa, KS, has closed after 25 years in operation in part due to closing of Bushnell’s headquarters in nearby Overland Park.
Category: Outdoor
Belgian Cycling Factory Retains New International Distributors
Belgian Cycling Factory, owner of bike brands including Ridley, Eddy Merckx, Nukeproof and Aeres, signed on a number of new distribution partners across Europe, the Middle East, the Americas, and Asia.
EXEC: Bain Study Sees Luxury Sector Facing Soft Second Half
Luxury consumption is expected to contract 2 percent to 5 percent for the year, according to a recent report from Bain & Company, across key luxury categories, as price fatigue and macroeconomic turbulence continue to weigh on consumers
EXEC: Switchback Spring Brings Energy Back to a National Outdoor Show
While energy was high and attitude was positive, the show, unfortunately, did not escape the usual backroom banter and aisle talk about the venue’s few shortcomings, particularly about timing. Diversified will need to be cautious about whom they listen to and the motives of those pushing in each direction, as the outdoor industry risks a déjà vu event with this new potential gem.
Report: International Summer Travel to U.S. Western Resorts Continues to Weaken
Despite some recovery in financial markets and economic indicators, bookings for summer vacations remained stable, while bookings from international visitors entering the U.S. from Canada, Western Europe, and Mexico continued to decline.
Orvis Cites Tariffs in Latest Layoff Talk
The company plans to lay off 4 percent of its workforce, or at least 50 employees, by the end of the year due to the impact of tariffs. Orvis President Simon Perkins said the “Tariffs disrupted our business model in ways we haven’t faced before and have exposed a clear path to solidifying our long-term future.”
Fabletics Appoints President and Chief Marketing Officer
The operater over 100 stores, announced the expansion of Meera Bhatia’s role from chief operating officer to president and chief operating officer and the promotion of Carly Gomez to chief marketing officer.
EXEC: Boulder’s Full Cycle Bikes & Colorado Multisport Acquired by Mike’s Bikes
Mike’s Bikes, the 18-store bike retail chain based out of California’s Marin County, has acquired Boulder’s Full Cycle Bikes & Colorado Multisport in an all-cash deal. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.
Tailored Brands Appoints New Chief Executive Officer
John Tighe will become its new CE) and will join the Board of Directors, effective August 5, 2025. Peter Sachse will transition from his current role as CEO to become executive chairman of the company’s Board.
Solo Brands Sells TerraFlame Back to Original Sellers
As part of the sale back, Solo Brands will continue manufacturing products currently branded under the TerraFlame trademark and sell them to the individuals reacquiring the brand to support its continued distribution.
Amer Sports Appoints New Head of Greater China
Jeffery Ma joins the company from his role as CEO of Zhongqiao Sports, a sporting goods company in China. He has previously held executive positions at Topsports, the largest sporting goods retailer in China, and at Adidas.
Ski-Doo Parent Opens Paris Flagship Store for Can-Am Brand
BRP Inc., parent of the Ski-Doo and Lynx power sports brands, is opening of its first European flagship store in Paris on Boulevard du Montparnasse in partnership with new dealer, Canadian Motors. The store will showcase the company’s Can-Am brand.
EXEC: Rip Curl Inches Up, Oboz Sinks for Parent KMD’s YTD Period
Rip Curl global direct-to-consumer sales continued to grow year-over-year (YOY) through the second half of fiscal 2025 to-date, with strong comparable sales results in North American flagship stores.
EXEC: Yakima to Transition DACH Region Distribution to Grofa Action Sports GmbH
Grofa Action Sports GmbH will serve as exclusive distributor in the Germany, Austria and Switzerland region, effective August 1, 2025. Phobos will transition to a distributor at that time for Czechia and Slovakia and as a Master Distributor for select developing markets in Europe.
Switchback Spring Posts Healthy Debut; Heads to New Orleans in 2026
Switchback Spring, the nascent outdoor show’s first standalone event, was held this week in Nashville, TN, from June 16 to 18, drawing 194 brands, 290 retailers, and 1,286 attendees. For 2026, show organizers announced that the event will be held in New Orleans.
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