Bass Pro Shops is exploring a deal to add the Wahlburgers chain to the company’s Bass Pro and possibly Cabela’s locations.
Category: Outdoor
Luxottica Group Q2 Sales Improve
Luxottica Group S.p.A. reported net sales accelerated in the second quarter, growing by 1.4 percent at a currency-neutral basis. The results were driven by the strong performance of the Retail division and e-commerce platforms as well as solid growth in North America and Asia-Pacific.
Outdoor Industry Leaders Issue Call-To-Action On Participation
Likening outdoor participation to a “leaky bucket,” the Outdoor Foundation Board Chair Sally McCoy, said at the OIA Industry Breakfast that the industry has been able to “get some people in but we’re losing more out the bottom.” Moreover, she said Outdoor Foundation research confirms “we’re late in the game” as far as reversing trends.
Experience Counts … Demo Day Kicks Off Outdoor Retailer Summer Market
Outdoor brands took to Denver’s Confluence and Commons parks Sunday afternoon to showcase some of their newest offerings for 2019 and give retailers a chance to paddle SUPs, pedal e-bikes and check out dozens of products from water bottles to energy bars to a stand-to-pee accessory for women.
Flip Flop Shops Announces Exclusive Events For Prospective Franchisees
Flip Flop Shops, recently acquired by Bearpaw, is hosting three special Shop Days for prospective owners. In order to meet demand, the company has selected Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Orlando as host cities.
Accell Group Sees Modest Growth In First Half
Accell Group N.V. reported sales rose 2.7 percent on a currency-neutral basis in the first half on the back of strong demand for e-(performance) bikes. Lower sales were seen in the Benelux and North America.
World T.E.A.M.’S Inclusive Adventure Team Challenge Returns In September
The national non-profit World T.E.A.M.’s annual Adventure Team Challenge will be held September 6 to 9 featuring athletes competing together in Colorado’s high Gore Mountain Range.
Newly Launched Shār Joins The Conservation Alliance
The Conservation Alliance welcomed its newest member, Shār, makers of organic trail mix.
Rocky Mountain Underground Hires Outdoors Veterans, Green River Sales
Rocky Mountain Underground (RMU), the maker of handcrafted skis and packs, hired Green River Sales to help support sales and brand awareness in the Rockies and Mid West regions.
Norrøna Appoints Adam Chamberlain As U.S. Sales Manager
Norrøna, a Norwegian outdoor apparel brand, appointed outdoor industry veteran Adam Chamberlain as U.S. sales manager.
Solos Named Official Smart Glasses Partner Of Ironman
Solos, owned by Kopin Corporation, has become the Official Smart Glasses of Ironman North America and the Ironman World Championship.
Scarpa Promotes Sarah Fansler To Direct Sales Manager
Scarpa North America promoted Sarah Fansler, who has worked at the brand for the past three years, to direct sales manager.
Chaco Footwear Launches First Brand Campaign
Chaco Footwear, part of the Wolverine Worldwide portfolio, launched the company’s first brand campaign, titled “Life is Fantastic on Foot.”
Vans, The North Face Fuel VF Corp.’s Sizzling First Quarter
Continued strength in VF Corp.’s biggest brands—Vans, The North Face and, to a lesser extent, Timberland—along with balanced geographic and channel sales, helped the company deliver a standout first quarter with earnings well above Wall Street’s expectations.
Aisle Talk Week of July 16
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week, including Boa Technology Inc. opening the company’s new environmentally friendly headquarters in Denver, CO.
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