Sports Afield Trophy Properties Appoints Field Manager
Deetra Tsakrios is responsible for the development of new accounts as well as helping existing brokers maximize the benefits of the SATP program.
U.S. Senate Approves Outdoor REC Act
The bipartisan bill, which is expected to be signed by the President, will have the federal government track and analyze the outdoor recreation economy as part of its overall economic viewpoint.
Woolrich Inc. Merges With Woolrich Europe
The majority shareholder of the new entity, Woolrich International, will be W.P. Lavori in Corso, while the Rich family will maintain a minority stake.
Online, Mobile Sales Outperform On Black Friday
More online shopping, less in-store shopping — that was an easy prediction to make for the kickoff to the 2016 holiday shopping season. Just how big the shift came in surprised even the experts.
Sig Sauer Builds New Website
Sig Sauer Inc. shared the launch of its new website, sigsauer.com.
Hiviz Hires Director Of Engineering
David Tinch will lead the Hiviz product development team driving innovation and firearms sight technology.
Carl Zeiss Sports Optics Signs Dunkin-Lewis
The manufacturer of high performance sports optics signed the Dunkin-Lewis Inc. rep agency to cover all 50 U.S. States and Puerto Rico.
Judge Blocks New Overtime Rule
The new rule, which would have qualified millions more Americans for overtime pay, including many working retail in the active lifestyle industry, now stands on shaky ground.
Duel Game Calls Names Brand Manager
Clark’s primary areas of focus will include brand awareness, market share and product development. He will report to Frank Bart, vice president of sales for The Outdoor Group.
Patagonia To Donate 100 Percent Of Black Friday Sales
The donations will go to grassroots organizations working in local communities to protect the air, water and soil.
Ergo Closes Paradigm Designs
The manufacturer of small arms accessories closed its future weapons division to focus on its core business.
Daniel Defense Breaks Ground On New Facility
A second facility is currently located in Ridgeland, SC, but with the completion of the Black Creek facility those operations will move into the new building.
Sportsman’s Warehouse Sees Post-Election Firearms Upside
CEO John Schaefer sees nothing but upside to the recent Republican victory, despite the irony that a Democrat in the White House greatly improved firearm sales, a key part of the retailer’s business.
Sportsman’s Warehouse Raises Retail Doors To 82
Sportsman’s Warehouse (SPWH) is expanding its operations to include new retail locations in Yuma, AZ, Henderson, NV and Eureka, CA.
Aisle Talk, Week Of November 14
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week.
