Grassroots’ Spring Connect and Fall Connect shows were scheduled to be held in Sandy, UT in 2018, but will now move due in part to a desire to stand together as an industry.
Category: Outdoor
Dick’s Sporting Goods Opens Three New Stores
The new stores will bring the retailer’s total to 685 Dick’s Sporting Goods locations in the country.
Camber Outdoors, BPSA Reveal BLC Scholarship Winners
Now in its third year, the scholarship program brings new and emerging leaders to the Bicycle Leadership Conference, with a focus on individuals working at bike suppliers and manufacturers as well as industry sales representatives.
New Mexico Expresses Interest In Outdoor Retailer
Senator Martin Heinrich wrote a letter that stated: “As you solicit proposals for a new venue to host the Outdoor Retailer trade show, I would urge you to give strong consideration to the state of New Mexico.”
Black Diamond Returns To Core Focus For 2017
“The recurring take-away was retailers’ perception that Black Diamond had been distracted over the past four to five years by various strategic initiatives,” said John Walbrecht, president, about his discussions with retailers since joining the company five months ago.
Farm To Feet Adds Long Distance Hiker To Ambassador Team
Jennifer Pharr Davis was recognized with National Geographic’s Adventure of the Year Award following her record breaking thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail.
RECALL: L.L.Bean Snowshoes
About 3,000 adjustable snowshoes from L.L.Bean are being recalled because the plastic material can weaken and break, posing a fall hazard.
Dick’s To Eliminate 20 Percent Of Its Vendor Mix
While reporting fourth-quarter earnings that arrived slightly ahead of targets, Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc. said it’s implementing a new merchandise and vendor matrix that will reduce up to 20 percent of its brands.
REI To Offer Exclusive Native Violet Reflex Lens
The violet mirror lens will be offered in Native’s performance and active lifestyle frames, including the Ashdown, Distiller, Hardtop Ultra XP, Kodiak and Sightcaster.
Sweet Protection Names Sales Manager For North America
The Norwegian developer of premium helmets, protective gear and technical clothing for the ski, whitewater and mountain bike markets welcomed Mike Erwin as its new sales manager for North America.
Eagles Nest Outfitters Partners With REI Outessa
ENO will create a hammock lounge and encourage participants to relax and take time to reflect on the weekend’s events.
Dick’s Q4 Tops Guidance
Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc. reported first-quarter earnings on an adjusted basis grew 17 percent, ahead of Wall Street analysts, as same-store sales rose 5 percent. The nation’s largest sporting goods chain also forecast double-digit earnings gains in its initial forecast for 2017, although it’s targeting flattish first quarter profits.
Columbia Names Mountain Hardwear Brand President
Joe Vernachio most recently served as global vice president of product and operations at The North Face.
Black Diamond Shrinks Q4 Loss
Said John Walbrecht, Black Diamond Equipment’s brand president, “While we still faced foreign exchange headwinds and margin constraints due to our manufacturing repatriation, demand for climbing and mountain products remained strong.”
Assos Partners With Amgen Tour Of California
The Switzerland-based cycling apparel brand will provide official race jerseys and staff uniforms for the annual professional cycling events.
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