SGB Update Outdoor
The Pro’s Closet Announces New Facility,
The Pro’s Closet, a leading seller of pre-owned bikes and components based in Boulder, CO, announced that it has leased an additional 28,000-square-foot facility in Longmont, CO to accommodate its rapid growth.
Columbia Sportswear Set To Join S&P MidCap 400
Columbia Sportswear Company will be added to the S&P MidCap 400 GICS (Global Industry Classification Standard) Apparel, Accessories & Luxury Goods Sub-Industry index.
Velofix Launches First 10 Corporate Mobile Bike Shops
Velofix, the leading mobile bike shop operator in North America, has released its first wave of corporately-owned mobile bike shops, now servicing Austin and Houston, TX; Tampa, FL; San Jose, CA; Raleigh, NC; and Vancouver, British Columbia.
Mammut Development Opportunities Anticipated With Potential Sale
Mammut Sports Group AG, which has been a part of Swiss holding company Conzzeta AG since 1982, recently announced that Conzzeta would be pivoting its focus to one specific brand in the portfolio and selling its other brands, including Mammut.
Western Mountain Destinations Report Uptick In Revenue Despite Declines In Occupancy And Softening Rate
As 18 western mountain destinations spread over six states assess the status of the 2019-20 winter season, a decline in occupancy and softening of daily rates are continuing a gradual trend that has been emerging for more than a year, according to the most recent analysis released by DestiMetrics.
Sarah Bany Steps Down From Columbia Sportswear’s Board
Columbia Sportswear Company announced that Sarah A. Bany, a longtime director of the company, notified the board of directors of the company on December 9, 2019 of her decision to resign from the board, effective immediately, in order to focus on administering Gert Boyle’s estate. Bany is a daughter of Gert Boyle and a sister of Tim Boyle.
Conzzeta AG Exploring Sale Of Mammut
Conzzeta AG said it has decided to explore sales offers for Mammut after deciding the company’s future focus will be on the Bystronic business unit. A sale is expected to be completed by the close of 2020.
Burley Beefs Up Product And Marketing Team
Burley, the specialist in transport gear, announced the addition of Katie Thompson as product development and manufacturing manager and Kim Marek as marketing manager to their team.
Pelican International Appoints New CEO
Pelican International Inc., the maker of kayaks, stand up paddleboards, canoes, pedal boats, and fishing boats based in Quebec, said Danick Lavoie has accepted the position of CEO.
RECALL: Trek Super Commuter+ 8S
About 2,840 Trek Super Commuter+ 8S bikes are being recalled, according to a statement from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Report: Kering In Talks To Acquire Moncler
Kering, the parent of Gucci and Balenciaga, is in exploratory talks to acquire the Italian skiwear brand Moncler, according to a report from Bloomberg.
Johnson Outdoors’ Q4 Revenues Leap 14 Percent
Johnson Outdoors reported a 14 percent jump in sales for the fourth quarter ended and 3 percent in the fiscal year ended September 27.
Astral Hires Rep For Southern Rockies
Astral, manufacturer of PFDs and footwear, appointed Mark Cohen to cover the Southern Rockies.
Marker Dalbello Völkl Appoints President
Marker Dalbello Völkl announced the promotion of Greg Grip to president of its U.S. subsidiary, following the recent retirement of long-time president Mike Noonan.
L.L.Bean To Open In Salem, NH
L.L.Bean announced its newest retail location in the Granite State will open in the fall of 2020. The L.L.Bean retail store will be located at Tuscan Village, a premier lifestyle destination in Salem, NH.
