SGB Update

Visit The National Parks For Free This Weekend

The industry has been celebrating the National Parks centennial all year, but today marks the park service’s actual birthday, and to celebrate, all parks are free through the weekend.

Billabong Swings to Full-Year Loss

Billabong International Ltd. said its three core brands – Billabong, Element and RVCA – all delivered growth in its fiscal year ended June 30, but operating earnings were down due to foreign currency headwinds and gross margin pressures to reduce inventories.

Boyne Resorts Outlines Big Sky Expansion

The company plans to invest $150 million in Montana’s Big Sky Resort over the next decade to spur a more than $1 billion investment in the Bozeman region.

Marmot and RootsRated Team Up for Tour

The outdoor apparel, equipment and sporting goods company and content marketing platform will host pint nights as part of a nationwide tour this fall.

Fenix Outdoor Reports Big Swing in Profits

Growth at the Fjällräven brand and a turnaround at the German retailer Globetrotter helped the company report an operating profit in the second quarter.

Tilly’s Q2 Profits Beat Plan

Tilly’s Inc. reported a small rebound in earnings in the second quarter that beat its internal plan, while same-store sales gained 0.8 percent.

Birkenstock Again Tops Back-to-School Lists

Birkenstocks for the third year in a row was the top footwear choice in back-to-school searches, according to Google’s list of 2016 back-to-school trends.

Study: Consumer Groups Favor Different Olympic Sports

Consumers who are rugby fans and skiers are 154.23 percent more likely to be fans of targeted and less mainstream Olympic sports. At least that’s what Digilant, a global programmatic media company that partners with brands and agencies, found.

KPMG Study: Cyberattacks Cause Consumer Alarm

Consumers are wary of the increased frequency of cyber-attacks against retailers, and many are ready to walk away from their favorite retailers if a breach occurs.

Converse… For Your Back?

Converse, the iconic shoe brand owned by Nike Inc. will release a capsule of water resistant gear for fall/winter ’16, which includes footwear…and apparel… and a backpack.