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Dick’s SG to Open First House of Sport in Colorado
Dick’s Sporting Goods plans to open its first House of Sport store in Thornton, CO. Dick’s plans to open 14 House of Sports stores in 2026 and 18 next year.
Kona Bicycles Promotes Charles Russell to President and CEO
The company said the planned leadership transition reflects a long-term investment in Kona 3.0 and the brand’s future. Charles Russell initially joined Kona in spring 2025 as chief revenue officer and now replaces co-founder Jake Heilbron.
Tersus Solutions Expands Denver Footprint, Makes Leadership Additions
Tersus Solutions reported in a media release that it is “entering its next phase of growth, with an additional facility on its Denver campus dedicated solely to footwear, a new Topo Designs partnership and an enhanced leadership team.”
EXEC: UK’s Crew Clothing Opens Shop at Voisins Department Store in New Jersey
British lifestyle brand Crew Clothing opened a new retail space within Voisins Department Store in New Jersey, featuring a men’s section with heritage rugby shirts, polos, Oxford shirts, and knitwear.
Switchback Adds Three Outdoor Industry Pros to Event Management Rosters
The sister event to The Running Event (TRE) focused on outdoor industry business and education has added Joe Jackson as marketing manager, while Amelia Arvesen has been named editor of Trailheads, and Ryan Nettleton joins as sales manager.
GSI Outdoors Appoints Shawn Hostetter as CEO
Following the recent announcement that its original founders have reacquired the company, GSI Outdoors has named outdoor industry veteran Shawn Hostetter as its new chief executive officer, effective immediately.
Yeti to Open First Store in Georgia
Yeti is opening a store in Atlanta this month, its first in Georgia, with grand-opening festivities set for June 18-21. The Atlanta store will be Yeti’s 28th location.
Airstream Parent Cuts FY EPS Outlook on Weak Quarterly Results
Thor Industries lowered its earnings guidance for the year as third-quarter results missed expectations. The RV maker said its results are being impacted by “low consumer confidence, cautious independent dealer ordering patterns and ongoing tariff-related and inflationary cost dynamics.”
REI’s San Diego Store Votes to Unionize
REI’s store in San Diego has voted to unionize, becoming its 12th and largest location to form a union.
Sportsman’s Warehouse Posts 2.1 Percent Comp Sales Growth for Fiscal Q1
Performance for the quarter ended May 2 was said to be driven primarily by a 7.4 percent gain in Hunting and Shooting Sports, led by firearms, ammunition, and less-lethal personal protection, with some additional event-driven demand.
Katadyn Makes Multiple Moves with North America Sales Team
The Swiss water treatment, nutrition and outdoor cooking brand promoted Jeff Pratt to VP of sales and appointed Steve Drew as sales director for North America. The company has also partnered with Sokol & Associates as reps for the Midwest and Central U.S. territories.
RideNow Group Set to Join Russell 2000 and Russell 3000 Indexes
The powersports dealership group that partners with most major powersports brands said the move is part of the company’s 2026 reconstitution of the Russell U.S. Indexes.
Oboz Footwear Adds Rock Fight Founders to Leadership Team
Oboz Footwear, owned by KMD Brands, appointed Colin True as senior director of wholesale and David Karstad as senior director of brand and marketing. The two industry execs were the founders of The Rock Fight, the outdoor industry podcast that ran from 2022 to early 2026.
VJ Shoes Shutters U.S. Operations
The Finnish-based maker of trail running, orienteering and obstacle course racing shoes, has closed its U.S. operations.
REI’s Soho Flagship to Close in July
REI’s flagship store in the SoHo neighborhood of New York City will officially close its doors on July 23, earlier than initial expectations, according to Crain’s New York. A new state Department of Labor filing revealed the closure will eliminate 72 jobs.
