SGB Update Outdoor
Yakima Unveils Inaugural Fall Line
At the center of the fall product launch are the OffGrid cargo basket, the LongArm truck bed extender, the FatCat Evo, an update to the snow sports mount and the FatCat ShowDown – the first side-loader for kayaks and SUP’s.
Backcountry COO Joins Ski Utah Board Of Directors
Backcountry announced that Pete LaBore, chief operating officer of Backcountry, is joining Ski Utah’s 2017 Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2017. He will serve a three-year term expiring June 30, 2020.
Helly Hansen’s 2016 Revenues Expand 6.4 Percent
Helly Hansen reported revenues in 2016 grew 6.4 percent to NOK 2.66 billion ($318 mm) despite reducing the product line by 25 percent. Organic revenue growth came to 4 percent.
OluKai Makes Strategic Investment in Adventure Storytelling Brand Roark Revival
OluKai, the Hawaiian-inspired lifestyle brand, announced a new partnership with Roark Revival, an Orange County California-based adventure travel apparel brand
Lew’s Fishing Promotes Gary Remensnyder To CEO
Do Outdoors, LLC, also known as Lew’s Fishing, a leading supplier of branded fishing reels, rods, and related accessories, announced that Gary Remensnyder has been promoted to chief executive officer. Lynn Reeves will remain actively involved in the business as chairman
Rossignol North America Appoints President
On July 17, 2017, Francois Goulet will assume the role of president of Group Rossignol in North America. Most recently Goulet worked for the VF Corporation as its Vice President, GM for The North Face Americas Division.
Mystery Ranch Adds Mid Atlantic And Rocky Mountains Sales Agencies
Additionally, Mystery Ranch made two internal promotions. Luke Boswell has been named director of product, and Dana (D3) Gleason III is the new product manager for the Mountain division.
American Outdoor Brands Q4 Profits Slide
American Outdoor Brands Corp,, formerly Smith & Wesson, reported earnings on an adjusted basis declined 11.9 percent as lower gross margins offset a modest increase in sales.
Teva To Take Kids Business In-House
Teva said that beginning with the Spring 2018 season, it will be transitioning the Teva kids business back in-house.
Summer 2017: Stay Hydrated…Stay Fit
We have reviewed some technological advances in the world of hydration packs and reservoirs – new for 2017.
North Carolina-based Outdoor Companies Drive Initiative To Create New State Level Position
Tom Dempsey, president of SylvanSport, a North Carolina-based, recreational vehicle manufacturer, and several other industry leaders have led the drive to establish a new state level position to promote promote economic development in outdoor-based recreation and manufacturing in North Carolina.
Yeti Sues Three More Companies For Infringement
Yeti has filed lawsuits in the U.S. District Court in Austin against three more companies – RELYMedia, CreekFire and Nine Line Apparel – for selling items that are not unlike the Rambler tumbler that Yeti is known for, according to the Austin Statesman.
Boardriders Appoints President, Americas
Boardriders Inc., formerly Quiksilver Inc., appointed Nate Smith, formerly at Oakley, to the position of president of the Americas region. Current global president and Americas leader Greg Healy will return to Australia to lead the APAC region.
Helly Hansen Partners With Waypoint Outdoor To Accelerate U.S. Business
Helly Hansen, a technical outdoor brand, appointed Waypoint Outdoor as its exclusive U.S. nationwide master sales representative for both the sportswear and work-wear wholesale businesses.
Ecōths Commits To Fair Trade Certified Factories For Spring ‘18
New Fair Trade Certified styles will include organic cotton tees, polos and button-ups.
