Dynafit Partners With Aspen Snowmass To Promote Uphill Skiing
The partnership includes the exclusive equipment rental and demo of Dynafit uphill skiing hardgoods at the resort’s Four Mountain Sports stores and the sponsorship of Aspen Snowmass’ ski mountaineering events.
Evo Partners With Loge On Store
Seattle-based action sports, lifestyle, and outdoor retailer Evo announced a strategic partnership with Loge Co., a brand offering camping and lodging destinations catering to surfers, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts with a first location in the coastal community of Westport, WA.
Yamaha Entering U.S. Electric Bicycle Market
Yamaha Motor Corp., USA will enter the U.S. electric bicycle market in 2018.
JD Sports First-Half Profits Climb
Boosted by a stellar performance from its Sports Fashion segment and a positive contribution from the recently-acquired Go Outdoors, JD Sports Fashion PLC reported profits before taxes climbed 32.7 percent in the first half ended July 29, to £102.7 million ($136.3 mm).
L.L.Bean To Open its Third Illinois Store In 2018
L.L.Bean continues its national retail expansion with the opening of its third Illinois store, scheduled to open the fall of 2018.
Dick’s Pledges More Than $5.5 Million Towards Hurricane Relief Efforts
Dick’s Sporting Goods, along with The Dick’s Sporting Goods Foundation, announced a $5.5 million commitment to support communities impacted by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma.
Lizard Skins Acquires Oury Grips
Lizard Skins, a producer of cycling grips and road tape, completed a deal to acquire Oury Grips, another grip maker in cycling and powersports.
Irma Impact On U.S. Retail Could Reach $2.75 Billlon
Planalytics estimates that the potential economic impact for lost sales in the consumer and retail sector from Hurricane Irma is $2.75 billion. The weather-analytics company said its estimate was addition to the damage caused directly by the storm.
Focus Bicycles USA Returns To Interbike For E-Bike Launch
The company is exhibiting at OutDoor Demo, sponsoring the e-MTB Challenge at CrossVegas and displaying its lineup of 2018 bikes at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center.
Tailwind Adds Distributors To Serve Independent Bicycle Retailers
Tailwind Nutrition partnered with Hans Johnsen Company and Downeast Bicycle Specialists as distributors to serve independent bicycle retailers throughout the U.S.
The North Face Announces 2017 Speaker Series Tour
The North Face announced the 2017 Speaker Series tour “Films from the Field.” Throughout the tour, members of The North Face Athlete team will show a collection of films and share never told stories of adventure.
RECALL: Smith Ski And Snowboard Helmets
About 7,000 Smith Quantum ski and snowboard helmets sold the U.S. as well as another 1,000 in Canada are being recalled.
Cabela’s-Bass Pro Merger To Close September 25
Cabela’s Inc. said in a regulatory filing that it expects to to complete its merger with Bass Pro on September 25.
Headsweats Supports IMBA’s Dig In Trail Fund Campaign
Headsweats is partnering with IMBA and the Dig In National Trail Fund Campaign aimed at raising money for its chapters’ mountain bike projects nationwide.
Sole Partners With Outdoor Prolink
Sole has announced that they have officially partnered with Outdoor Prolink as their pro-site partner.
