New and returning brands to the 2017 exhibitor list include: Adidas Snowboarding, Spyder, Goldwin, Wolfgang Man & Beast, Jack Wolfskin, Outdoor Research, Burton, J Lindberg, Powder Jet Snowboards and Dang Shades.
Category: Outdoor
Trump’s L.L.Bean Tweet Draws More Controversy
Shawn Gorman, executive chairman of L.L.Bean, issued a statement on Facebook expressing his disappointment about the boycott but also reiterated the lack of any one political agenda.
Shoe Carnival Turns Promotional In December
The family shoe chain decided to focus on inventory control across all categories, which resulted in improved sales performance, but at the cost of margin.
Bankruptcy Liquidation Sales Begin At McMaster Sports Ltd.
This Liquidation Sale includes a vast selection of all-mountain, twin tip, and cross-country skis, snowboards, boots, poles, bindings, winter and athletic clothing, running shoes and accessories.
GoFundMe Acquires CrowdRise
CrowdRise is the fundraising platform for many of the top endurance events in the country, including the Boston Marathon, New York City Marathon, Chicago Marathon, Ironman and Tough Mudder.
American Made Outdoor Gear Awards Reveal 2017 Winners
Luna Sandals was named the overall winner of the fifth-annual American Made Outdoor Gear Award during a ceremony at the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market in Salt Lake City, UT.
Eagle Creek Names 2016 Rep Of The Year
Trailhead Sales was selected for its double-digit revenue growth, account and channel expansion, business acumen, planning/forecasting and pre-booking success.
Patagonia Founder Issues Ultimatum To Utah Governor
“Patagonia’s choice to return for future OR shows will depend on the Governor’s actions,” wrote Yvon Chouinard.
Black Diamond Former CEO Calls For Outdoor Retailer Trade Show To Boycott Utah
In an op-ed piece in The Salt Lake Tribune, Peter Metcalf argued that organizers of the Outdoor Retailer Show should consider pulling out of the state.
Vista Outdoor Expects Major Asset Impairment Charge
The company’s preliminary analysis indicates the impairment charge for it Hunting and Shooting Accessories reporting unit will be in the range of $400 million to $450 million.
Eastman Chemical Expands Avra Fiber Production
The additional capacity will be situated at the Unifi Manufacturing facility in Yadkinville, NC.
XeroShoes Welcomes Ski Lift Rescuer As Brand Ambassador
Slackline champion Mickey Wilson made national news last week for his slackline-inspired ski lift rescue at Arapahoe Basin in Colorado.
Fox Factory Holding Corp. Board Member To Join Presidential Administration
Joseph Hagin, a member of its board of directors, will step down from the board effective January 12, 2017 to accept an appointment as White House deputy chief of staff for operations.
POC Names Industry Vet North American Marketing Head
Mallory Burda brings experience from Smith’s cycling category and Specialized Bicycle Components.
Todd Spaletto Out As The North Face President
Spaletto, who held the role since 2011, likely took the bullet for a decline in sales.
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