SGB Update Outdoor
Denver Looking To Lure Outdoor Retailer Show
John Hickenlooper, the governor of Colorado, told the Denver Post he’d be open to working with the organizers of the Outdoor Retailer show about bringing the semi-annual trade show to Denver.
REI Adventures Launches Women’s Adventures Collection
REI Adventures is launching a collection of 19 Women’s Adventures in Africa, Europe, Latin America, New Zealand and North America. In addition, REI Adventures is expanding its cycling offerings into fully supported mountain bike trips and growing its Signature Camping itineraries in Africa and Latin America.
Hydro Flask Named 2016 National Best And Brightest In Wellness Award
Hydro Flask was named the 2016 National Best and Brightest In Wellness®Award from the National Association for Business Resources (NABR).
Darby Communications Announces New Hires
Darby Communications hired Isaac Presson, Carly Fleming and Megan Torgerson to support their continued growth servicing the outdoor, fitness and wellness industries.
Shoes.com To Shut Down
Shoes.com announced that it will be shutting down operations. The company said it will take all three of its e-commerce properties – Shoes.com, OnlineShoes.com and ShoeME.ca – offline, along with closing the two shoes.com brick-and-mortar stores in Vancouver and Toronto.
Travis Campbell Becomes Smartwool’s Brand President
Campbell most recently served as president and CEO of Far Bank Enterprises, an integrated manufacturer and distributor of fly fishing products and owner of the Sage, Redington, and RIO brands.
Ride Snowboards And Line Skis Partner With Napster
Napster officially launched a new partnership with two Seattle-based winter sports brands – Ride Snowboards and Line Skis – to give subscribers an inside look into the music libraries of the best in the world of skiing and snowboarding.
Hydro Flask Scores New Distribution In Japan
Said Mike Wallenfels, global vice president of sales at Hydro Flask. “There is no doubt that it’s a country filled with outdoor lifestyle enthusiasts. We’re already seeing a great reception and amazing results in the market.“
SnowSports Industries America Extends Contract With Denver
At the kick-off day of education for the SnowSports Industries America’s (SIA) annual Snow Show in Denver, CO, the organization announced, along with VISIT DENVER, The Convention & Visitors Bureau, that they have extended their contract in The Mile High City through 2030.
SIA To Stream Programs From The Snow Show
SnowSports Industries America (SIA) will stream live programs from the Snow Show in Denver on January 25, 26 and 27 at www.snowsports.org.
Capital One’s Credit Card Deal With Cabela’s To Miss Deadline
Capital One Financial Corp. indicated on Wednesday that it doesn’t expect to receive regulatory approval of its acquisition of Cabela’s credit card business prior to October 3, 2017, when the deal can be terminated by either party.
Birkenstock Expands Into Beds
Birkenstock unveiled a line premium-quality beds, slatted frames, and mattresses in a partnership with Austria’s largest producer of upholstered furniture, ADA.
EORA Appoints New Southeast Regional Director
Terry Wilson comes to EORA with a background in the active outdoor industry, most recently completing a 15-year stint with Columbia Sportswear.
Kari Traa Names Verde As PR Agency of Record
Verde will help the Norwegian women’s apparel brand tell its story in North America with media relations and creative communication strategies.
Winmark Announces Management Addition
Winmark Corporation, the parent of Play It Again Sports, announced that Alan Majerko has been named vice president, corporate development.
