Vista Outdoor Inc. announced that the company has completed the divestiture of the legal entities operating the company’s Bollé, Cébé and Serengeti eyewear brands.
Category: Outdoor
Deuter Withdraws From Trial Participation In Walmart Premium Outdoors Platform
Deuter USA announced that the company will not participate in Walmart’s new premium outdoor online store, curated by Moosejaw. The move follows Black Diamond Equipment’s move to send a cease and desist to Wal-Mart to remove Black Diamond’s logos and images from the site.
Sweet Protection Adds Two News Agencies
Sweet Protection, makers of helmets and protective gear, announced the hiring of two specialized agencies to bolster sales and PR efforts for their brand in North America.
Tern Makes Hires
Tern, the cycling company, and Stile Products, Tern’s North American distributor, announced the addition of two new members to the team: Steve Gluckman and Josh Schlee.
Earth Treks Opens North America’s Largest Climbing Gym
Earth Treks Climbing and Fitness announced the official opening of North America’s largest indoor climbing gym. The 53,000-square-foot facility in Englewood, CO, will feature world-class climbing and bouldering, along with amenities such as a yoga studio, fitness and cardio zones, climbing classes, a fully-stocked retail gear shop, high-end locker rooms and onsite childcare.
Aisle Talk Week of August 27
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week, including Black Diamond Equipment Ltd. sending Walmart a cease and desist notice in response to the launch of a new outdoor website on Walmart.com curated by Moosejaw.
5 Takeaways From Paddlesports Retailer
Now that the sun has set on the second annual Paddlesports Retailer show, SGB is highlighting key takeaways from the event, including reaction to the new venue, the hottest trend in paddlesports and why the specialty channel remains a priority amid market changes.
GoPro Appoints Jim Lanzone To Board Of Directors
GoPro Inc. on Thursday announced that Jim Lanzone, chief digital officer of CBS Corp. and CEO of CBS Interactive, has joined GoPro’s board of directors.
OIA Applauds California For Creating Office Of Outdoor Recreation
The Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) applauded California’s legislature in recognizing the power of the state’s growing $92 billion outdoor recreation economy by passing AB 1918, the bill to create the Office of Sustainable Outdoor Recreation.
Incipio Sells Braven To Zagg
Incipio Group has sold Braven Audio, the maker of waterproof Bluetooth speakers, to Zagg Inc.
Ikon Pass Adds Japan’s Niseko United
Ikon Pass holders will now have access to more than 72,000 skiable acres over three continents with the addition of Niseko United, located on Japan’s northernmost island of Hokkaido.
Dick’s Blames Q2 Top-Line Shortfall On Under Armour
Dick’s Sporting Goods reported earnings that easily topped Wall Street’s targets but sales came in well below as weakness from Under Armour continued to place a drag on sales. On a conference call with analysts, Ed Stack, CEO, said the company is “repositioning” its Under Armour business, including gaining more exclusives from the brand while finding other product to fill traditional Under Armour space.
Outdoor Retailer Winter Market Debuts In November
Outdoor Retailer, the largest U.S. tradeshow and premier business event for the outdoor industry, will launch the winter season this November at Outdoor Retailer Winter Market in Denver.
Ikon Pass Expands Regional Access Into Pacific Northwest, Midwest, Northeast
The Ikon Pass community has expanded to all corners of the country with the addition of The Summit at Snoqualmie in Washington, Cypress Mountain in British Columbia and Boyne Highlands and Boyne Mountain in Michigan.
Dick’s Q2 Misses Sales Estimates
Dick’s Sporting Goods reported a modest gain in profits that easily topped Wall Street’s targets, but sales came in lower than plans due to the company’s decision to exit some hunt and electronics categories and “significant declines” at Under Armour. Dick’s lifted earnings guidance but lowered the company’s comp guidance for the year.
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