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Dick’s SG to Open Next Generation Store in Northeastern Ohio
Dick’s Sporting Goods plans to open a new Next Generation Dick’s Sporting Goods store at Eastwood Mall in Niles, Ohio. The new, larger format store, measuring 72,000 square foot, will replace a current 52,000 square foot store in the mall.
Europene Cycling Organizations Merge
The Confederation of the European Bicycle Industry (CONEBI) and Cycling Industries Europe (CIE) announced the successful conclusion of their merger, bringing together the two organisations to form European Cycling Industries (ECI), described as “the unified voice of the cycling sector in Europe.” The organizations said that by integrating the strengths of both organizations, European Cycling […]
Costco Appoints Former U.S. Commerce Secretary to Board
The retailer announced the nomination of Gina Raimondo for election to its Board of Directors, who previously served as U.S. Commerce Secretary from 2021 to 2025 and the Governor for the State of Rhode Island from 2015 to 2021.
28 Million Americans Plan to Travel by RV this Holiday Season
The latest data from the RV Industry Association (RVIA) identifies that economic uncertainty and unpredictable travel logistics will impact holiday plans nationwide. And for 28 million Americans, RVing is their holiday travel choice, up 33 percent from last year.
ICSC Survey: 152 Million Consumers Shopped In-Store Over Thanksgiving Weekend
ICSC’s 2025 Post-Thanksgiving Weekend Survey found that 152 million consumers visited shopping centers during the four-day shopping weekend, with 9 in 10 Gen Z consumers spending time in shopping centers. The survey further found that 84 percent of consumers shopped in-store or used in-store pickup, an increase of 6 percentage points from 2024.
RE:Public Makes First Hires to Cover Public Lands News
The non-profit news outlet, covering U.S. public lands initiatives, hired Elizabeth Hightower Allen as editorial director and Julianna Abuzzahab as social media manager.
Costco Total Company Comps Rose 6.9 Percent in November
The company reported net sales of $23.64 billion for the retail month of November ended November 30, an increase of 8.1 percent from $21.87 billion last year. U.S. comps, excluding changes in gas prices, rose 5.8 percent year-over-year for the four-week month.
Ski-Doo and Lynx Parent BRP, Inc. Posts DD Revenue Growth in Q3 on New Product Bump
The 14 percent increase in revenues was reportedly driven by higher ORV deliveries and favorable product mix following the “successful launch” of new products, partly offset by lower Snowmobile shipments. The company’s North American retail sales were reported down 4 percent year-over-year for the third quarter.
Sweet Protection Expands Distribution Partnership for Snow Category in UK and Ireland
ZyroFisher will present Sweet Protection’s AW26 helmets and goggles range, including the Switcher 2Vi Mips helmet and Boondock II goggles, to retailers at Slide in Liverpool from January 6-8.
Tilly’s Delivers First Positive Quarterly Comp in Nearly Four Years
Tilly’s, Inc. reported third-quarter earnings topped guidance as the action sports chain delivered its first quarter with positive comp growth since the fourth quarter of its fiscal year ended January 2022.
Baffin Ltd. Promotes Liut to VP Marketing
Since joining Baffin in 2020, “Jessica Liut has played a pivotal role in advancing brand visibility and fostering meaningful connections with consumers, while deepening support for wholesale and retail partners.”
Airstream Parent Thor Industries Delivers Double-Digit Growth In Fiscal Q1
Thor Industries reported a profit against a loss in the fiscal first quarter ended September 30 as sales grew 11 percent, above plan.
Campers Inn RV Completes Lazydays Acquisition
Campers Inn RV announced that its acquisition of Lazydays RV is now complete and is the official operator of the following seven locations: Tucson, AZ (Airstream of Tucson); Ramsey, MN (Airstream of Minnesota); Johnstown, CO; Knoxville, TN (Airstream of Knoxville); St. George, UT; Wilmington, OH, and Seffner, FL.
Cyber Weekend Shoppers Prioritize Price and Online Convenience
A survey conducted by Numerator found that over 56 percent of consumers who shopped during this year’s Cyber Weekend (Thanksgiving through Cyber Monday) did so primarily or exclusively online. A majority, 64 percent, also indicated rising prices impacted their purchasing power.
Vuarnet Flagship Opens in SoHo
The French eyewear and outdoor brand, opened a flagship store in New York City’s SoHo neighborhood this past October. The “store is double the guest space from the previous store and introduces a retail concept designed to immerse visitors in the full Vuarnet experience.”
