SGB Update Outdoor
OBIT: Bob Beattie
Bob Beattie, founding coach of the U.S. Ski Team and one of the originators of the Alpine Ski World Cup, has passed away at the age of 85.
Newell Brands To Nominate David Atchison To Board of Directors
Atchison is the final independent nominee pursuant to the cooperation agreement Newell Brands entered into with Carl C. Icahn, chairman of Icahn Enterprises LP (IEP), on March 19.
Under Armour And Nike Sales Decline At Dick’s In 2017
Apparently due to the company’s rapidly-expanding private label business, Dick’s Sporting Goods sold less of both Nike and Under Armour product in 2017 versus the prior year, according to the retailer’s just-released annual 10K report.
Gander Outdoors Sets Grand Opening In Coldwater, MI
The 33,000-square-foot store will be one of eight Gander Outdoors retail locations in Michigan.
Sellmark Corp. Announces Promotions
Sellmark Corporation promoted Jeff Murray to executive vice president of sales and Carl Stout to territory team senior sales manager.
China Hits U.S. With Food Tariffs
China raised import duties on a $3 billion list of U.S. pork, apples and other products Monday in retaliation for the Trump Administration’s tariffs on steel and aluminum.
REI To Sponsor Dirt Fest Pennsylvania
Rotating Mass Media announced REI as a sponsor of Dirt Rag Dirt Fest Pennsylvania 2018. This partnership highlights the continuing convergence of the cycling and outdoor industries.
Tender Corporation Recognized By The American Red Cross
Tender Corporation, a manufacturer of insect repellents and bite treatments, has been formally recognized by the American Red Cross for the company’s support of relief efforts following one of the most destructive hurricanes ever to strike Puerto Rico.
Patagonia Blog Entry Rails Against National Monument Reductions
In a scathing blog entry on the company’s website entitled “The President Stole Your Land and You Were Lied To,” Patagonia called the president’s reductions of the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments “nothing more than a political favor.”
Netshoes’ Sales Climb 1.9 Percent In Q4
Netshoes Ltd., the Latin American online retailer of sporting and lifestyle goods, reported a reduced loss in the fourth quarter as sales increased 1.9 percent.
Vista Outdoor Names Chief Financial Officer
Vista Outdoor Inc. named Miguel “Mick” Lopez as the company’s senior vice president and chief financial officer.
Gander Outdoors Opens In Gastonia, NC
The 42,000-square-foot store will be one of six Gander Outdoors retail locations in North Carolina.
Fenix Outdoor Acquires Royal Robbins
Switzerland-based global outdoor apparel and equipment company Fenix Outdoor International AG has acquired U.S.-based outdoor and travel apparel company Royal Robbins. Terms were not disclosed.
Camping World Secures Third Amendment To Its Credit Facility
Camping World has secured a third amendment to its credit facility that reduces its interest rate and increases the term loan facility by $250 million.
Optic Nerve Eyewear Partners With The Colorado Rockies
The deal makes the independent company the official sunglasses and goggle partner of the Colorado Rockies.
