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A Peek at the Financials of EMS, Sport Chalet and Bob’s Stores
This week, we got a glimpse of Vestis Retail Group LLC’s books for May 2016, as the owner of Bob’s Stores, Eastern Mountain Sports and Sport Chalet reported back to the court as part of its reorganization, after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in April.
Whitewater, Surf Parks Face Scrutiny In Wake Of Fatal Amoeba Infection
The future of man-made whitewater and surf parks became murkier last week when health officials concluded the turbidity of water at the U.S. National Whitewater Center in Charlotte, NC inhibited the ability of its treatment system to kill pathogens. The 1,100-acre, non-profit, outdoor adventure park’s man-made whitewater rafting and paddling course remained closed for a […]
Obama’s Outdoor Rec Legacy Tempered by Court Rulings
The Obama Administration has been on an outdoor recreation kick of late. We ask industry leaders to look back and grade his legacy, from protecting the environment to pushing forward trade deals.
Patagonia Opens New Front in Sustainability Arms Race
Patagonia said it will begin working with the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA), textile suppliers and appliance manufacturers to better understand the threat fleece and other synthetic apparel pose to the environment.
Responsible Wool Standard Bans Mulesing
After intense pressure from apparel brands, Textile Exchange amended the Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) to ban mulesing, a practice widely used in Australia to prevent infections of sheep that has been condemned by animal welfare advocates.
Amid Bankruptcies, Brands Flock Toward Specialty at Grassroots Show
With an expected excess of inventory to hit the active-lifestyle market following several high-profile, big-box retail bankruptcies in the space, brands at the Spring Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Show in Albuquerque, NM (June 13-17) were doubling down on their partnerships with these smaller, but more influential group of retailers.
Analyst Reviews Cabela’s Strategic Options
Of all the rumors swirling around Cabela’s Inc., D.A. Davidson & Company analyst Andrew Burns tells us which ones make the most sense.
Smith & Wesson Outpaces NICS Checks in Q4
Smith & Wesson Holding Corp. (Nasdaq:SWHC) firearms shipments grew at twice the rate of Adjusted NICS checks during the company’s fiscal fourth quarter, ended April 30, indicating the business grew its share of handgun sales significantly during the period.
Newell Brands to Divest $250-300 Million That Could Include Active-Lifestyle Brands
Newell Brands, which now owns more than 50 sporting goods and outdoor brands after its recent acquisition of Jarden Corp., announced this week it has plans to divest product lines with combined annual sales of $250-to-$300 million over the next two to three years.
A Delayed Annual Meeting at Cabela’s Has Us Watching
Cabela’s Inc.’s delay in scheduling its annual shareholder meeting — held in early June since 2008 — may indicate more changes ahead for the retailer.
Polartec CEO Defends Closing of Factory; Union Issues Plea to Patagonia
Saving companies and American manufacturing jobs, particularly in the textile industry, is not for the faint of heart.
SIA’s Move to Utah is More Than Just a New Home
Why the move to Park City “is just the tip of the iceberg” of changes to come for SnowSports Industries America.
Vail Resorts Retail Sales Rebound with Tahoe Snow
Vail Resorts Inc. reported the return of more normal weather conditions in the Lake Tahoe region helped it grow its retail sales 10.4 percent during its fiscal third quarter.
Lululemon Lifts Outlook after Promising First Quarter
Lululemon Athletica Inc. upped its revenue outlook for 2016 as first-quarter sales came in stronger than expected and profits reached the high-end of its guidance.
Duluth Trading Reports Strong First Quarter, Affirms Retail Expansion
Duluth Holdings Inc. reported net sales increased 20.8 percent in fiscal first quarter ended May 1 as it continued to invest millions, raised in its IPO, opening new stores and buying television advertising.
