The Buckle’s Comps Tumble In December
The Buckle Inc. stated that comparable-store sales decreased 15.5 percent in December.
Caleres Board Member Resigns
Caleres Inc. said that on January 1, 2017, Mario L. Baeza, a member of its board of directors, resigned.

Nike Basketball Dabbles In The Record Business
Opening January 5, the pop-up space KY’s Records will remain open through January 7.
Duckworth Names Amy Williams Product Design Director
The Montana-based wool apparel company engaged the San Francisco-based designer to create new apparel styles that showcase its fabrics.

OIA Director Issues Letter On Shifting Trade-Show Schedule
Amy Roberts tells members that Outdoor Retailer’s shift to schedule its Winter Market and Summer Market shows two months earlier, starting in 2018, will change the purpose of the shows for the better.
Amer Sports Names O’Connell To Lead Strategic Accounts Sales
Mike O’Connell will be responsible for leading sales efforts in the e-tail, sporting goods retail and mass merchant trade channels for Amer’s portfolio of brands.
Airstream Teams Up With Tommy Bahama
The special edition trailers and coaches include Tommy Bahama print designs used on the separation wall and bathroom walls and a built-in bar.
Standard Merchandising Names Development VP For Fox River, Red Lion
Bruce Barrows has held sales and leadership positions with Lorpen North America, K2 Tubbs, Black Diamond Apparel and Bauer, among others.

ViewRanger Unveils Outdoor Smartwatch With Casio
ViewRanger is hoping the smartwatch can reinforce the app’s position as a leader in the outdoor wearable space.

Callaway Golf Signs Rising Superstar
“I joined the Callaway Tour Staff because of the equipment,” Daniel Berger said.

Omeals Partners With Big Rock Sports
The North American outdoor sporting goods distributor will bring Omeals’ full line to outdoor retailers across North America beginning in January 2017.
OIA Names Senior Director Of Sustainable Business Innovation
A member of the OIA team for more than six years, Beth Jensen has helped forge the path to sustainable business for its members.

Newell Brands Promotes New Head For Marmot, ExOfficio
Joe Flannery, who started with Marmot in January 2016, also brings experience from The North Face and Adidas.

An Event Guide To Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2017
A schedule of must-attend events at 2017 Outdoor Retailer Winter Market. Yes, happy hours count.

New Balance Launches Its First Wearable Device For Runners
New Balance unveiled its inaugural smart wearable at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas.