SGB Update Sportsmans
Mossberg Announces Dedicated Sales Force
O.F. Mossberg and Sons, Inc., America’s oldest family-owned and operated firearms manufacturer, announced the hiring of fifteen regional sales managers.
Garmin Signs Fishing Pro Jason Christie
Garmin International Inc. announced its title sponsorship of professional Bassmaster Elite series angler and longtime Garmin pro, Jason Christie.
Camping World Announces Initial List of Gander Outdoors Openings
Gander Outdoors, formerly known as Gander Mountain, announced the initial list of 69 stores that are scheduled to open by May 2018.
FBI Firearms Background Checks Slide Double-Digits In December
The December NICS background checks as adjusted by the NSSF fell 12.2 percent to 1.62 million from 1.85 million in the same month a year ago, marking the 13th straight month of declines.
Simms Appoints VP Of Product Design & Merchandising
For the last eight years, Bart Bonime served as the director of fishing at Patagonia.
Mossberg Hires Senior Director Of Marketing
O.F. Mossberg and Sons, Inc., America’s oldest family-owned and operated firearms manufacturer, announced the hiring of marketing executive, Richard (Rich) Kirk, to the role of senior director of marketing.
Camping World Agrees To Acquire Erehwon Mountain Outfitter
Camping World Holdings Inc. announced plans to purchase Erehwon Mountain Outfitter, a leading Midwest specialty retailer of outdoor gear and apparel.
Marolina Outdoor Secures Equity Investment
Marolina Outdoor Inc, a maker of performance apparel for fishing and hunting enthusiasts based in Charleston, SC, has secured a growth equity investment from Goode Partners.
Maurice Sporting Goods To Be Acquired By Middleton Partners
Maurice Sporting Goods said Middleton Partners has been deemed the successful bidder for the company as part of its bankruptcy process.
Taurus USA Names Director of Sales
Shari-Lynn Fix has been appointed the new director of sales for Taurus USA, which encompasses the popular Taurus, Rossi, and Heritage Manufacturing firearms lines.
Mastercard SpendingPulse: Retail Sales Grew 4.9 Percent This Holiday Season
Mastercard SpendingPulse reported that holiday sales increased 4.9 percent this year, setting a new record for dollars spent. The gain marked the largest year-over-year increase since 2011. Online shopping also saw large gains of 18.1 percent compared to 2016, boosted by a late season rally.
Bass Pro Details Some Merger Transition Details
In an 11-page document to Cabela’s employees in Sidney, NE, Bass Pro Shops CEO Johnny Morris said Bass Pro is continuing to work on evaluating which jobs will stay in Sidney. But Bass Pro indicated Cabela’s information technology division, credit card operation and a “significant” portion of Cabela’s accounting department will remain in Nebraska.
L.L.Bean Explores Blockchain Applications For Outerwear With LOOMIA Smart Textiles
The companies will explore how data from LOOMIA-enabled L.L. Bean apparel can assess the extended use and performance of the outdoor retailer’s products, and provide valuable insight on the use rate of products returned under L.L.Bean’s 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Sig Sauer Partners With Nine Line Apparel
Veteran owned Nine Line Apparel announced a partnership with firearms manufacturer Sig Sauer on a Sig Hauer apparel collection.
Sporting Goods Stores Sales Rebound in November
Retail sales in November increased 0.9 percent over October on a seasonally adjusted basis and were up 6 percent year-over-year unadjusted, according to calculations released by the National Retail Federation.
