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Granite Gear Launches Online Storytelling Journal
The Minnesota-based outdoor product manufacturer’s Journal will feature stories about inspiring adventures had by their athletes and ambassador team.
Dick’s Adds Stores In Washington, New York And Virginia
The Silverdale, WA location will have Nike and Under Armour shops, while the ones in Melville, NY and Charlottesville, VA will combine a Dick’s Sporting Goods and a Field & Stream under one roof.
Head Sued By Bode Miller
The skier is part owner of his new sponsor, Bomber Ski, and is contesting his obligations to Head in accordance with the 2015 termination of his endorsement agreement.

Mountain Bikers Acknowledge Image Problem
Seven in 10 rank a negative image of their sport as the number one threat to expanding trail access in their communities, an IMBA membership survey shows.

Raleigh Parent Partners With Beeline Bikes
Accell North America partnered with Beeline Bikes, the mobile bike shop operator, to enhance its direct sales operations.
Life Is Good Promotes Positivity During U.S. Election Season
Life is Good launched a new Positive State Collection and campaign to spread the power of optimism during the 50 days leading up to the presidential election.
Retail Sales Dip 0.3 Percent In August
The slide follows a strong June and a relatively flat July.
Wolverine World Wide Completes Debt Refinancing
The resulting capital structure is expected to meaningfully benefit the company, with estimated interest savings of $30 million through 2020 and more flexibility as a result of more favorable terms for use of cash.
Sealskinz Hires National Accounts Manager Going Into Interbike
Brendan Collins, previously with bike and outdoor accessory manufacturer Seattle Sports Company, will join Sealskins at Interbike.

VF Corp. Eurobond Issue Fetches A3 Rating
Moody’s Investors Service assigned a provisional A3 rating to €850 million in unsecured notes VF Corp. wants to sell, citing a record of sustained organic growth.
RECALL: 4,100 Captiva Designs Bungee Chairs
Big 5 Sporting Goods Inc., based in El Sugundo, CA, recalled about 4,100 Captiva Designs bungee chairs because the chair rivets can break while in use, posing a fall hazard to the consumer.
RetailNext Forecasts 3.2 Percent Holiday Growth For Retail
RetailNext Inc. predicted a 3.2 percent year-over-year lift in sales at retail over the November through December holiday period, driven partly by a 14.9 percent increase in sales through digital channels.
Mountain Equipment Names Pacific NW Representative
Portland-based The Sherpa Group Two will represent the backcountry equipper in the Pacific Northwest.
OIA Names Jeremy Town VP Of Finance And Operations
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA), an outdoor recreation industry trade association, stated that Jeremy Town joined the organization as vice president of finance and operations. Most recently serving as director of finance and corporate development with Gaiam, Town will be part of OIA’s executive team in their Boulder, CO office. “Jeremy brings a wealth of finance […]
RockyMounts Appoints Former IMBA Exec As Sales Director
The Boulder, CO automobile rack system designer appointed Rod Judd, previously associate director of development of the International Mountain Bicycling Association, to the newly created position of sales director.