John Hickenlooper, the governor of Colorado, told the Denver Post he’d be open to working with the organizers of the Outdoor Retailer show about bringing the semi-annual trade show to Denver.
Category: Outdoor
Luxottica Group’ MAP Policy Drives Q4 Turnaround In North America
The parent of Oakley, Ray-Ban and Sunglass hut said sales at constant exchange rates in the quarter were up 5.5 percent and 3 percent for the wholesale segment and the whole group, which includes its retail operations.
REI Adventures Launches Women’s Adventures Collection
REI Adventures is launching a collection of 19 Women’s Adventures in Africa, Europe, Latin America, New Zealand and North America. In addition, REI Adventures is expanding its cycling offerings into fully supported mountain bike trips and growing its Signature Camping itineraries in Africa and Latin America.
Hydro Flask Named 2016 National Best And Brightest In Wellness Award
Hydro Flask was named the 2016 National Best and Brightest In Wellness®Award from the National Association for Business Resources (NABR).
Darby Communications Announces New Hires
Darby Communications hired Isaac Presson, Carly Fleming and Megan Torgerson to support their continued growth servicing the outdoor, fitness and wellness industries.
Shoes.com To Shut Down
Shoes.com announced that it will be shutting down operations. The company said it will take all three of its e-commerce properties – Shoes.com, OnlineShoes.com and ShoeME.ca – offline, along with closing the two shoes.com brick-and-mortar stores in Vancouver and Toronto.
Travis Campbell Becomes Smartwool’s Brand President
Campbell most recently served as president and CEO of Far Bank Enterprises, an integrated manufacturer and distributor of fly fishing products and owner of the Sage, Redington, and RIO brands.
Cabela’s Credit-Card Deal In Jeopardy
While Capital One could refile its application, Bass Pro could absorb Cabela’s credit card portfolio into its own portfolio or seek other suitors.
Ride Snowboards And Line Skis Partner With Napster
Napster officially launched a new partnership with two Seattle-based winter sports brands – Ride Snowboards and Line Skis – to give subscribers an inside look into the music libraries of the best in the world of skiing and snowboarding.
Hydro Flask Scores New Distribution In Japan
Said Mike Wallenfels, global vice president of sales at Hydro Flask. “There is no doubt that it’s a country filled with outdoor lifestyle enthusiasts. We’re already seeing a great reception and amazing results in the market.“
SnowSports Industries America Extends Contract With Denver
At the kick-off day of education for the SnowSports Industries America’s (SIA) annual Snow Show in Denver, CO, the organization announced, along with VISIT DENVER, The Convention & Visitors Bureau, that they have extended their contract in The Mile High City through 2030.
SIA To Stream Programs From The Snow Show
SnowSports Industries America (SIA) will stream live programs from the Snow Show in Denver on January 25, 26 and 27 at www.snowsports.org.
Capital One’s Credit Card Deal With Cabela’s To Miss Deadline
Capital One Financial Corp. indicated on Wednesday that it doesn’t expect to receive regulatory approval of its acquisition of Cabela’s credit card business prior to October 3, 2017, when the deal can be terminated by either party.
OIA On The Uncertain Future Of America’s Public Lands
Executive Director Amy Roberts and VP of Government Affairs Alex Boian spoke with SGB about the growing threat and why the outdoor industry needs to unite and fight.
Birkenstock Expands Into Beds
Birkenstock unveiled a line premium-quality beds, slatted frames, and mattresses in a partnership with Austria’s largest producer of upholstered furniture, ADA.
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