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The Great E-Bike Debate
Pedal assist e-bikes allow riders to go faster and make climbing hills easier, which may be great for urban commuting, but do they have any place on classic mountain biking and hiking trails? Many avid riders say no.

Canada Goose Holdings Delivers 22 Percent Q4 Revenue Gain
Canada Goose Holdings Inc., in its first report since going public, reported a smaller-than-expected loss in its fourth quarter ended March 31 while seeing revenues expand 22 percent and a sharp hike in gross margins tied to its direct-to-consumer business.

OIA Criticizes Exit From Paris Climate Agreement
In response to the withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement, Amy Roberts, executive director at Outdoor Industry Association (OIA), in a letter stated that President Trump “has abandoned the United States’ leadership on this critical issue and has ignored the voice of individuals and businesses across the country, including many in the outdoor industry.”
Petzl Appoints New Sales Leadership For The Rockies
Petzl welcomed Ascension Sales LLC as new sales representation for the Rocky Mountain territory.
SFIA Partners with RISE Talent For Recruitment
To address the need for more focused recruitment and provide added value to member companies, the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA), announced a new partnership with RISE Talent Acquisition.

Keen Collaborates With Global Artists On Uneek Perspectives Content Series
Keen, Inc. has teamed up with artists from around the world on the Uneek Perspectives content series.
Dick’s Sets Grand Opening Of Five New Stores In Two States
Two stores will open in Miami, FL; and one each in Torrance, CA; Sunrise, FL; and Aventura, FL.

Sierra Designs Hits The Road To Encourage Everyone To “Think Outside”
The Think Outside Tour for tech reps launched this month at Sierra Designs’ headquarters in Boulder, Colorado, and will include hundreds of stops in 11 Western states through August.

Paddlesports Retailer’s Free Lodging For Retailers Going Fast
Paddlesports Retailer, the new trade show of the paddlesports industry, has seen a “tremendous return” from the paddle community since debuting its room incentive a week ago.

Boa Technology Hires Shawn Neville As CEO
Boa Technology Inc. announced the appointment of Shawn Neville, a former executive at Aerosoles, Reebok, Keds and Footaction, to the position of chief executive officer, effective immediately.

MC Sports Likely Shifting To Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
MC Sports, which filed for bankruptcy in February, has closed all its 66 doors and the case is likely being converted from a Chapter 11 bankruptcy to a Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

Pendleton Woolen Mills President To Retire
Pendleton Woolen Mills said President Mort Bishop III will retire, effective June 30. John Bishop will succeed him.
Florida’s Bike America Files For Bankruptcy
Barmer Enterprises, parent of the 8-unit Bike America chain in Florida, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

Adidas Outdoor To Sponsor Aspen Backcountry Marathon
Adidas Outdoor will sponsor the seventh annual Aspen Backcountry Marathon & Half Marathon in collaboration with the City of Aspen, Aug. 12, 2017, for the second consecutive year.

Flowfold: Minimalist Gear For Everyday Adventures
Flowfold will appear at the 2017 summer Outdoor Retailer show in the Venture Out section.