SGB Update Outdoor
Ski Resorts Sustain Bookings Growth in June
Occupancy at western mountain resorts monitored by DestiMetrics rose 6.6 percent in June, signaling a fourth consecutive year of sold growth in summer bookings.
Fjällräven Bringing Trekking Event to Colorado
After 16 successful years of hosting its Fjällräven Classic event in Europe, Swedish outdoor brand Fjällräven brings its popular community trekking event to North America.
ICSC Survey: BTS Sales Expected to Climb
The International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)’s annual back-to-school survey shows 78 percent of BTS shoppers expect to spend more this year, a significant increase compared with those who planned to do the same in 2015.
Smith & Wesson to Acquire Taylor Brands
Smith & Wesson Holding Corp. signed a definitive agreement to purchase substantially all of the assets of Taylor Brands, LLC, the supplier of knives and specialty tools, for $85.0 million.
Retail Sales Climb in June
Retail sales (excluding automobiles, gasoline stations and restaurants) continued to grow in June and were up 5.1 percent year-over-year, the National Retail Federation said today. Retail sales rose 0.8 percent unadjusted over May, according to NRF’s calculations.
Momentum Breaks Ground on Texas Climbing Gym
Momentum Indoor Climbing broke ground July 13 on a 36,000-square-foot climbing gym in Katy, Texas that will be its first gym outside Utah.
Superfeet Steps Into Shoe Category In 2017
Superfeet, a leading insole brand in the active lifestyle and outdoor markets, will debut its first-ever footwear for spring 2017.
Sports Authority’s Lender Deal Allows Liquidation to Continue
Sports Authority has negotiated a agreement with lenders that will allow its liquidation process to continue. According to a court documents, GOB sales would have ended Friday without the agreement…
Former Backcountry CEO Lands at Tamara Mellon
Jill Layfield, the former CEO of Backcountry.com, has emerged as co-founder and CEO of Tamara Mellon, the namesake fashion label of the Jimmy Choo co-founder.
Retail Imports Rise for Back-To-School
Import cargo volume at the nation’s major retail container ports should see a small-but-significant increase this month as merchants stock up for the back-to-school season, then see a larger wave in late summer and fall for the holiday shopping season, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report.
Cabela’s to Open Stores in New Mexico and Michigan
Cabela’s Inc. plans to expand its retail footprint with the opening of two new locations: Albuquerque, NM and Chesterfield Township, MI.
Taos Ski Valley Names Next CEO
Taos Ski Valley (TSV) shared plans for resort industry veteran David Norden to take the helm as CEO beginning July 25.
These Eight New Outdoor Products Won Gold At Friedrichshafen
Which new outdoor products for 2017 are catching eyes in Europe?
REI Outdoor Summer School is in Session
REI is holding is first-ever national free weekend of Outdoor School on July 30-31 to bring people together outside. Beginner to seasoned adventurers can rekindle their connections to nature by choosing from over 400 classes and events nationwide.
UPS to Expand Locker Program to 300 Locations
UPS is expanding its smart locker program from nine locations in Chicago to 300 locations nationwide to enable retailers to reach “e-commerce stranded” consumers, or those.
