SGB Update Outdoor
POC And MIPS Join Forces To Enhance Helmet Safety
POC, the maker of bike helmets, and MIPS, the Swedish safety technology company known for its Brain Protection System, announced a deeper partnership.
Beeline Bikes Sold
Beeline Bikes, which provides software that helps bike shops schedule service work and fulfill online sales, has been sold from Accell’s remaining North American portfolio, according to Bicycle Retailer.
Academy Sports Reels In Title Sponsorship Of The 50th Bassmaster Classic In 2020
Long-time B.A.S.S. sponsor Academy Sports + Outdoors has announced its title sponsorship of the 2020 Bassmaster Classic on Lake Guntersville and in Birmingham on March 6-8.
REI Looks To Open Second Store In Upstate New York
REI is planning its second store in upstate New York at a former Sears location near Albany.
Dick’s Hosts First Fashion Show
Dick’s Sporting Goods hosted its first-ever fashion show on October 12 in the Chelsea district of New York City. Baseball legend Alex Rodriguez and women’s soccer star Carli Lloyd joined TV’s Javon Walton and Demi Burnett on the runway.
OBIT: Pete Gerber
Pete Gerber, the founder of Gerber Legendary Blades, died peacefully in his home on Sept. 29. Gerber was 90 years old.
REI Rolls Out Direct Shipment
REI Co-op said this month it will be enabling select brand partners to ship orders directly to customers, expanding REI’s curated assortment and giving customers access to a wider variety of products, colors, and sizes on REI.com.
Leki Appoints New Reps In Upper Midwest
Leki, the maker of trekking, ski and trail running poles, appointed sales rep Rick Thompson, of Rick Thompson and Associates, to cover the Upper Midwest trekking and outdoor retail territory.
Major League Fishing To Acquire Fishing League Worldwide
Major League Fishing (MLF) announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire Fishing League Worldwide (FLW), the world’s largest tournament-fishing organization.
Mammut North America Adds Marketing And Sales Talent
Mammut North America hired Ben Eagleton as marketing coordinator, Nash Welch as customer service and internal sales representative, Tiffany Fox as key account manager and Dave Bottomley as North American sales manager.
Wolverine World Wide’s Debt Rating Outlook Lowered To Negative
S&P Global Ratings revised its debt ratings outlook Wolverine World Wide to negative from stable. The negative outlook reflects the potential for a downgrade if the company’s leverage is sustained at or above 3x. This could occur if the company’s share repurchase plan is accompanied by operating performance that is weaker than S&P expected.
Frank Hugelmeyer Assumes Helm As NMMA President
Frank Hugelmeyer started his first day as NMMA president delivering his inaugural industry address at this morning’s International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) annual Industry Breakfast & Awards Presentation in Tampa.
Patagonia Hires Marty Pomphrey As General Manager Of Patagonia Japan
Patagonia has hired Marty Pomphrey as general manager of Patagonia Japan.
Arcade Belts Adds Outside Reps
Arcade Belts, the rugged belt brand, announced three outside sales force members will join the team to build out multiple retail territories in the United States and Canada. The Raven Workshop will lead growth in Utah, Josh Kearney in Los Angeles, and Nickson Agencies in Ontario, Canada.
Dorel Industries Inc. Suspends Dividend Amid Tariff Pressures
Dorel Industries Inc. announced that the impact of increased U.S. imposed tariffs as well as a review of the preliminary third quarter results have prompted Dorel’s Board of Directors to suspend its dividend.
