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Bote Opens New Flagship Store In Fort Lauderdale
Bote opened a retail location in Fort Lauderdale, FL, with an exterior that features the brand’s black-and-white flagship design.
Aeroe Names Global Sales Director
Aeroe, the maker of bike racks, hired Andrew Inman as global sales director. The New Zealand-based brand reported expanding its North American distribution and retailer network.
Revo Brands Hires Chief Revenue Officer
Revo Brands, the parent company of Real Avid and Outdoor Edge Cutlery, hired Kenan Ikels as chief revenue officer. In this role, Ikels leads sales for Revo Brands with responsibility for the company’s top-line revenue growth.
Camping World To Acquire Utah RV Retailer
Camping World Holdings, Inc. agreed to acquire Utah-based Carbon Emery RV, which includes two dealerships located along US Route 6 between Provo and Interstate 70.
Yeti Eliminates SVP Of Sales Position
Yeti Holdings, Inc. reported a realignment of its commercial and sales organization, which included, among other things, eliminating the senior vice president of sales position. As a result, Yeti terminated the employment of Kirk Zambetti, who had worked in the role since 2016.
Time Bicycles To Open U.S. Manufacturing Plant In Upstate SC
French carbon fiber bike manufacturer Time Bicycles may have to change one of its core tag lines, “Designed and Made in Europe,” after reporting it will open a new manufacturing facility in Spartanburg, SC.
Black Diamond Voluntarily Recalls Recon LT Avalanche Transceiver
Black Diamond Equipment issued a voluntary recall for its Recon LT avalanche transceiver to update the required firmware.
Outdoor Industry Icon, Norm Cavallaro, Passes Away
Outdoor Industry icon Norm Cavallaro passed away on March 18 at 75 surrounded by his family. He was beloved in the industry as the founder and CEO of North Cove Outfitters and was a member of the OIA board. He also served as a brand ambassador for Swarovski Optik, reflecting his passion for birding.
Walmart Laying Off Thousands Of Warehouse Employees
Walmart is laying off hundreds of employees at its e-commerce fulfillment centers nationwide. The company said it made the cuts “to better prepare for the future needs of customers.”
Hest Adds Sales Agency For Rocky Mountain Region
Hest hired Redline Sports Group as a brand partner to expand its field teams in the outdoor specialty retail channel.
Manufacturers Report: Active Lifestyle Market Grew 4.3 Percent In 2022
Product sales in the sporting goods, fitness and related recreation markets grew 4.3 percent last year, building on record sales growth in 2021, according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association’s 2023 Manufacturers Sales by Category Report.
Report: Sports Direct Eyes Merger With France’s Go Sport
Frasers Group Plc, the parent of Sports Direct and House of Fraser, is reportedly exploring acquiring France’s Go Sport chain out of insolvency as part of a broader plan to expand in Europe.
Bass Pro To Open Store In Midland, Its 17th In Texas
Bass Pro Shops reported plans to open a new store in Midland, TX in late 2024, the retailer’s 17th store in the state.
Kitsbow Cycling Apparel To Close
Kitsbow, the manufacturer of cycling apparel and accessories based in Old Fort, NC, is closing after being unsuccessful in securing funding, CEO David Bilstrom said in a post on Kitsbow.com.
Winnebago’s Q2 Revenues Decline 26 Percent As RV Demand Crashes
Winnebago Industries Inc. reported profits were down 42.1 percent in the fiscal second quarter ended February 25 as sales retreated 25.6 percent. Sales of of towables tumbled 47.0 percent due to softening RV demand following peak selling in the earlier stages of the pandemic.
