TrackStreet, which specializes on MAP monitoring and enforcement, appointed Ryan Erickson, formerly at Teva, as VP of sales.
Category: Outdoor
E-Bikes The Focus Of BPSA’s First-Ever Annual Report
The Bicycle Product Suppliers Association (BPSA) released its first-ever Annual Report and, not surprisingly, grappling with safety and legal issues around e-bikes was a major discussion point.
Implus Donates 60,000 Pairs Of Socks To Hurricane Harvey Victims
Implus is partnering with Academy Sports + Outdoors to donate 60,000 pairs of socks to aid the victims of Hurricane Harvey in Texas and the Gulf Coast.
Academy’s Challenges Continue In First Half
Moody’s downgraded the debt ratings of Academy Sports + Outdoors due to “difficult market conditions, including a highly promotional environment for athletic apparel and weak demand for firearms and ammunition,”
Spy Names Heather Meyer As 2017 Optical Rep Of The Year
The award recognizes Meyer’s work in Southern California’s Orange County and Inland Empire optical channel.
Camping World Acquires American RV In Grand Rapids, MI
The Grand Rapids retail accessory store will now convert into a full-service Camping World SuperCenter, expanding the market footprint and increasing Camping World’s current presence in Michigan.
Big Bear Mountain Resort Names New General Manager
Wade Reeser has served in a number of leadership capacities at the resort, including most recently as vice president of operations.
Nathan Launches Safety & Visibility Campaign
The Nathan Run For The Stars campaign is part of a year-round educational, training and support system for select run specialty partners designed to promote growth in key running essentials categories.
Thule Refines Categories, Lifts Earnings Targets
At its Capital Markets Day, Thule Group presented a new Product Category structure while raising its financial targets.
Canadian Tire Supports Getting Kids With Disabilities Active
Canadian Tire Corp. announced a $50 million commitment over five years to Jumpstart Charities, in order to give Canadian kids with disabilities greater access to sport and play.
Moody’s Downgrades Academy’s Debt Ratings
Moody’s Investors Service downgraded its debt ratings for Academy Ltd. due to the “highly promotional environment” for athletic apparel and weak demand for firearms and ammunition.
Outdoor Research Partners With Locally
Visitors to the outdoor apparel brand’s website will be offered the option to purchase from retailers in their area who stock those items in their store.
Madshus Welcomes Liz Stephen To Athlete Team
Nordic Skier Liz Stephen has joined the Madshus team roster, and will represent the brand in domestic races as well as international competition.
U.S. Ski And Snowboard Hall Of Fame Announces Incoming Class Of 2017
The eight noted skiing athletes and sport builders include Eddie Ferguson, Herman Goellner, Marty Hall, Mike and Steve Marolt, Steve McKinnney. Shaun Palmer and Thom Weisel.
Rob Dyrdek Announces Venture Studio
The venture studio builds, invests in and advises an array of companies in categories ranging from luxury brands, sports entertainment, consumer products, and spirits to innovative technologies.
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