SGB Update

Peloton Raises $550M At A Valuation Of $4 billion

Peloton,, the in-home cycling and running studio specialist, announced a $550 million Series F financing round, capital that will enable the company to continue to innovate aggressively and to expand into more international markets. The round puts Peloton’s valuation at $4 billion in the company’s sixth year.

Shimano’s Sales Up 7.1 Percent In First Half

Shimano Inc. reported sales increased 7.1 percent in the first half ended June 30 to ¥174.7 billion. Operating earnings grew 11.9 percent to ¥34.5 billion while net income increased 48 percent to ¥27.7 billion.

July Retail Jobs Increase 66,000 Over 2017

Retail industry employment in July increased by 66,000 jobs unadjusted over the same time last year showing on-going industry growth, the National Retail Federation said Friday.

SIA, WWSRA Announce Dates For 2019 On-Snow Demo

Snowsports Industries America (SIA),the non-profit trade association for the winter sports industry, and Western Winter Sports Representatives Association (WWSRA) have announce the new dates of the 2019 SIA/WWSRA On-Snow demo. The event will take place February 4-5, 2019, at Copper Mountain, CO.

Dorel Sports’ Revenues Climb 7.4 Percent In Q2

Dorel Industries Inc. reported sales in the company’s Dorel Sports segment increased 7.4 percent, to U.S. $224.5 million and 6.5 percent on a currency-neutral basis. Results were better than internal expectations.

Filson To Open Store In Boston

Filson will open the company’s first store in Boston in the Seaport District. The new 3,177-square-foot store at 52 Seaport Blvd. will open on August 16.

OluKai Partners With Inaugural REI Outessafest

OluKai announced the company’s continued partnership of the REI Outessafest, two one-day immersive festivals designed to inspire women and connect them with the outdoors, adventure and music.