Vista Outdoor Foundation Names Board President
The Vista Outdoor Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Vista Outdoor Inc., announced that its Board of Directors had unanimously elected Diane Bristol as Board President. Bristol is the vice president of Culture & Community for Simms Fishing Products, a Vista Outdoor brand.
Hunter Boots Falls Into Administration
Hunter Boots, which sold its intellectual property rights to Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) in early June, has gone into administration, the equivalent of bankruptcy in the U.K.
Outtech Sales Services Adds EVP Of Business Development
Outtech Sales Services, LLC (OSS), owned by Legacy1846 Outdoor Group, hired industry veteran Mike Walston as EVP of business development, focusing on new sales channel opportunities.
Under Armour Extends Partnership With University Of Texas Rio Grande Valley
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Department of Intercollegiate Athletics extended its partnership agreement with BSN Sports to keep Under Armour the University’s official athletic footwear, apparel and accessory brand through the 2028/29 academic year.
Running Industry Diversity Coalition Study Finds Continued Under-Representation In Leadership Roles
A series of research studies by the Running Industry Diversity Coalition and Bentley University assessed racial inequities in the running industry and provided recommendations and key questions for progress.
Apex Ammunition Joins Sports, Inc. As Vendor
Apex Ammunition reportedly joined Sports, Inc. as a vendor, giving the buying group’s 500-plus dealer members access to Apex’s shotshell offerings for Waterfowl, Turkey, Upland, and Predator hunting.
Four Points RV Resorts Adds Indiana Jellystone Park Franchise to Growing Portfolio
Four Points RV Resorts, LLC has completed the acquisition of Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort in Bloomington. Four Points, launched in 2020 by Sean Vidrine and Matt Van Der Molen, now owns and operates four Jellystone Park franchises, as well as two independent RV Resorts.
Vivobarefoot Opens First North America Brick & Mortar Store
Vivobarefoot opened a new retail store in Vancouver, BC, Canada. The 800-square-foot location is the brand’s first brick-and-mortar store in North America, selling its range of barefoot shoes displayed on natural materials.
Running USA Elects New Board Members
Running USA elected seven new members to its board for three-year terms beginning on July 1, 2023 and ending on June 30, 2026.
Lacrosse Unlimited Opens Location In Bronxville
Lacrosse Unlimited opened a store in Bronxville, NY, on June 10, marking its 49th location at 24 Palmer Avenue a few doors down from the Bronxville Fitness Club.
Academy Sports To Expand Into Greater Indianapolis
Academy Sports + Outdoors, Inc. announced plans to open its first two stores in Greater Indianapolis this fall in Westfield-Carmel and Avon.
Amazon Announces Prime Day 2023 Sales Event Dates
Amazon announced that the company’s 2023 Prime Day Sale will be held from July 11-12. As in previous years, Amazon Prime Day is a 48-hour sale offering Prime members-only discounts. Last year, Amazon Prime Day ran in more than 20 countries from July 12-13.
Stan’s NoTubes Names Sales Chief
Stan’s NoTubes, based in Big Flats, NY, hired Brett Hahn as global sales director for all channels. Hahn has held multiple positions at companies, including Yeti Cycles and rubber giant Continental Tires.
Backcountry To Open Retail Location At The Grove In Los Angeles
Backcountry, the specialty retailer selling outdoor gear and apparel, plans to open a brick-and-mortar store at The Grove in Los Angeles in July—one of three new stores for 2023.
Winnebago’s Fiscal Q3 Revenues Slide 38 Percent
Winnebago Industries reported earnings per share on an adjusted basis were down 48.4 percent in the fiscal third quarter ended May 27 as sales dropped 38.2 percent. Steep sales declines in towables and motorhomes offset a small gain in boat sales. Earnings topped analyst targets.
