SGB Update Outdoor
Altra Named Western States 100 Presenting Sponsor
The agreement builds on an already successful partnership that began in October 7, 2015, in which Altra was Western States’ exclusive footwear sponsor.
RECALL: 53,000 Aqua Lung Powerline Inflators
Aqua Lung America of Vista, CA has recalled about 53,000 Aqua Lung Powerline inflators because the inflation button can remain depressed and cause the buoyancy compensators to continue inflating, resulting in an uncontrolled ascent.
Hydro Flask Props Up Parent
Sales of Hydro Flask grew 36.8 percent to $29.1 million in the fiscal second quarter ended August 31, helping to prop up sales and profits at Helen of Troy Limited.
Defense Contractor Partners With Abom Inc.
ADS Inc. will distribute Abom’s patented heated lens technology, which prevents fogging of eyewear, to US Special Forces, law enforcement and other tactical markets.
Walking Company Supports Fight Against Cancer
The retailer announced its 6th annual Walking for Hope campaign during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Pearl Izumi Benefits Amy D. Foundation
Proceeds from a special edition shoe, shirt and short will benefit the foundation, which was founded in remembrance of a young cyclist who passed away.
Boa Technology Breaks Ground On New Offices
Boa Technology broke ground on a new 140,000-square-foot office building in Denver’s RiNo (River North Arts District) neighborhood to meet the needs of Boa’s growing workforce.
Eagle Creek Supports Breast Cancer Research Foundation
For the second consecutive year, the travel outfitter will be donating funds to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) to support research for prevention and finding a cure.
Fjällräven Focuses On Outdoor Specialty With Hires
The appointments of Seth Quackenbush as specialty account sales manager and the addition of Mountain Source sales agency to the Rocky Mountain region will address aspects of the company’s commitment to grow and support this channel.
OIA Adds Eight Trade Advisory Council Members
OIATAC provides analysis and advises OIA and OIA members on international trade policy, including importing, exporting, U.S. manufacturing, and other relevant issues.
Vista Outdoor To Hold First Investor Day
Vista Outdoor Inc. will hold its first Investor Day for institutional investors and equity analysts.
NRF Sees 3.6 Percent Gain In Holiday Sales
The National Retail Federation expects sales in November and December, excluding autos, gas and restaurant sales, to increase a solid 3.6 percent to $655.8 billion — significantly higher than the 10-year average of 2.5 percent and above the seven-year average of 3.4 percent since recovery began in 2009.
Deckers Brands Joins UN Global Compact
The United Nations Global Compact is the world’s largest voluntary corporate citizenship initiative.
Moody’s May Downgrade Bass Pro’s Debt Ratings
Moody’s Investors Service placed the ratings on Bass Pro Group on review for a possible downgrade due to “significant integration risk” as well as a potential “sizable increase” in debt levels due to its pending acquisition of Cabela’s Inc.
ACK Preserves Top Customer Service Rating
Austin Canoe and Kayak made Bizrate’s Platinum Circle of Excellence for the second year in row after scoring significantly higher than 3,500 other retailers.
