SGB Update Outdoor

Camping World Posts Q3 Loss After Store-Closing Charges

Camping World Inc. posted a steep loss in the third quarter due to its decision to strategically shift away from locations where the company does not have the ability or where it is not feasible to sell and/or service RVs. The company said it will close 28 of the 37 remaining Gander Outdoors doors that have not been converted into RV dealerships, as well as two of the seven outdoor lifestyle locations operated by TheHouse.com

Vista Outdoor’s Organic Sales Drop 7 Percent In Second Quarter

Vista Outdoor Inc. reported break-even results on an adjusted basis in the second quarter as sales slid 7 percent on an organic basis. The company again slightly lowered its sales guidance due to continuing ammunition weakness but retained its adjusted earnings outlook.

Backcountry.com Apologizes For Trademark Protection Push

Following social media uproar over news the online retailer has been suing small business owners over the use of the word “backcountry,” Backcountry.com CEO Jonathan Nielsen wrote in an open letter that the retailer’s attempts to protect its brand “were not consistent with our values.”

Backcountry.com Facing Potential Boycott Over Trademark Lawsuits

Backcountry.com is facing a social media uproar and boycott threats as word spreads about the online site’s move to sue dozens of smaller outdoor brands and retailers for using the term “backcountry” in their name or product catalog.

Tim Boyle To Serve As Acting Chairman Of Columbia Sportswear

Columbia Sportswear Company announced that, in accordance with prior actions by the company’s board of Directors, President and CEO Timothy P. Boyle will serve as acting chairman of the board following the passing of Gert Boyle.

Clarus Reduces Guidance On Sierra Weakness, Trade Headwinds

Clarus Corp., the parent of Black Diamond, Sierra, PIEPS, and SKINourishment, reported earnings in the third quarter slid 14.3 percent as sales grew 8 percent. The company reduced its guidance for the year due to weakness at Sierra and headwinds due to the strengthening U.S. dollar and the escalating trade wars.

NSGA Responds To Gert Boyle’s Passing

In a statement, NSGA President & CEO Matt Carlson, said Gert Boyle, who passed away on November 3,  was “a fighter and the title of her autobiography, One Tough Mother, exemplified the determination and spirit she had to build Columbia from adverse circumstances into the company it is today.”

Norrøna Expands Rep Teams In Pacific Northwest, Northeast

Norrøna, the Norwegian outerwear brand with U.S. headquarters in Boulder, CO, continues to grow its presence in the U.S. market with the addition of regional sales representatives, Kyle Hadersberger and Derek Humphrey.

Newell Brands Raises Guidance On Improving Q3

Newell Brands reported a third-quarter profit. excluding charges, and sales that beat expectations while raising its full-year outlook. Core sales growth in the Home & Outdoor Living segment grew 1.3 percent.