Orion Wholesale Inks Partnership to Distribute Colt and CZ Brands
Colt CZ Group SE and its subsidiaries are among the leading manufacturers of firearms and ammunition for military and law enforcement, personal defense, hunting, sport shooting, and other commercial uses worldwide.
Camping World Closes on Purchase of Three Hitch RV Locations
The deal includes three locations in Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. Upon the completion of certain facility renovations, the Company intends to open these locations throughout the first quarter.
Johnson Outdoors Swings to Fiscal Q1 Loss as Sales Fall 22 Percent
All segments declined in double digits, with Fishing posting the biggest decline. Net loss was $15.3 million, or a loss of $1.49 per diluted share, compared to net income of $4.0 million, or 38 cents per diluted share in the prior-year first quarter.
Berghaus Adapts Program Removes Barriers to Outdoors for Disabled
Through Berghaus Adapts, consumers can request changes to the brand’s clothing and equipment to meet their specific physical needs. The company’s product team, based in North East England, will work directly with them to develop products for use in the outdoors that have otherwise made accessibility unattainable.
Global Defense to Relocate Corporate Headquarters to Coral Springs
The U.S.-based importer, exporter and wholesale distributor specializing in firearms, parts, components, accessories, ammunition, and specialized equipment for commercial, military and law enforcement, will move its corporate headquarters to Coral Springs, FL, effective February 2, 2025.
EXEC: Boot Barn Raises Fiscal 2025 Guide After Strong Holiday Season
Consolidated same-store sales increased 8.6 percent, with retail store same-store sales increasing 8.2 percent and e-commerce same-store sales increasing 11.1 percent.
Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit Promotes MD Kabir
Kabir was promoted to division manager, Operational Excellence, Manufacturing Support. In his new role, he leads support for North American Monozukuri (NAM) activities, Monozukuri-Lean Transformation and Continuous Improvement with a focus on profitability for Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit.
Winchester Ammo Sales Grow 10 Percent Despite Lower Commercial Sales
Winchester Ammunition’s increase in sales was said to be primarily due to higher military sales and military project revenue, partially offset by lower commercial ammunition sales.
Chaparral and Robalo Parent’s Q4 Boat Sales Fall Sharply Again; Margins Improve
Marine Products Corporation reported that 2024 fourth-quarter net sales fell 33 percent from the prior-year corresponding quarter. The decline comes on top of a 35 percent decrease in the 2023 fourth quarter.
Tractor Supply Inks Licensing Deal with Field & Stream
Tractor Supply will launch the first Field & Stream collection in June. Over time, Field & Stream products will include gun safes, hunting blinds, deer feeders, game cameras, and more.
MidwayUSA Foundation Expands Staff
The advocacy organization for youth shooting sports, has expanded its staff with three new employees. Pete Eisentrager and Chance Cover have joined MidwayUSA’s Columbia, MO office, and the new program manager, Dan Darragh, will oversee its new Western region.
Report: RV Shipments Rise 6.6 Percent in 2024; Towables Grow 16 Percent
Towables, particularly Conventional Travel Trailers, continued to post a strong performance, with an 11.4 percent increase in December shipments compared to the previous year and an 11.8 percent increase for the full year.
BJ’s Wholesale Club Adding Ohio Ambient Distribution Center
The new 500,000-square-foot facility, expected to open in early 2027, will join eight BJ’s clubs in the state.
Circana Sees Consumers Shift Back to Value and Need in January
During the combined weeks ending January 11 and January 18, discretionary spending was down flat compared to the prior year, the company reported, with major environmental events impacting the country.
EXEC: Megabass is Latest Outdoor Brand to Partner with L Catterton
The deal positions the Japan-headquartered fishing gear manufacturer for further expansion by leveraging L Catterton’s operating capabilities and industry network on the back of rising demand for its products.
