SGB Update Sportsmans
NSSF And SAAMI Call For Bump Stock Review
In joint statement, the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) and the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI) called for a “prompt review and evaluation” of devices such as bump stocks following the Las Vegas mass shooting.
Hillsound Equipment Celebrates 10 Years
Hillsound Equipment, the producer of winter traction equipment and gaiters for urban and outdoor enthusiasts, is launching a campaign celebrating it 10th anniversary.
Peak Global Holdings Agrees To Acquire Maurice Sporting Goods
Maurice Sporting Goods, one of North America’s largest distributors of outdoor sporting goods, announced that Peak Global Holdings, LLC, the parent company of Big Rock Sports, Head Quarters Taxidermy Supply and Bluefield Brands, has signed a letter of intent to acquire the company.
Vista Outdoor Names Christopher T. Metz As CEO
Metz was most recently the president and CEO of Arctic Cat from 2014 to 2017.
Big 5 Amends Credit Agreement
The amendment extended the maturity date of the credit agreement from December 19, 2018 to September 29, 2022.
Sportfishing Industry Association President and CEO To Retire
After decades of dedicated service both on Capitol Hill advocating for fisheries resource conservation and management and as the leader for the recreational fishing industry’s trade association, the American Sportfishing Association’s (ASA) President and CEO, Mike Nussman, has announced that he will retire as of March 31, 2018.
NRA Urges New Rules For Gun ‘Bump-Stocks’
The National Rifle Association on Thursday called for “additional regulations” on bump-stocks, a rapid fire device used by the Las Vegas massacre gunman.
Republicans Open To Banning Bump Stocks
In the wake of the deadly Las Vegas shooting, three House Republicans sent a letter to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) urging the agency to reevaluate the legality of bump stocks or devices used to increase the discharge rate of a firearm.
MidwayUSA Promotes St. Clair to Merchandising Manager – Hunting
MidwayUSA promoted Joe St. Clair to the position of merchandising manager – hunting.
Yeti Sues Costco Over Patent Infringement
Yeti has sued Costco for allegedly selling knockoff copies of its 36-ounce Rambler cups.
Rapala USA Resets Management Team
Rapala, the fishing tackle specialist, promoted several company veterans within its management team.
NRF Forecasts Holiday Sales To Increase Between 3.6 And 4 Percent
NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay said, “Although this year hasn’t been perfect, especially with the recent devastating hurricanes, we believe that a longer shopping season and strong consumer confidence will deliver retailers a strong holiday season.”
First Lite And Leupold Partner For Conservation
The program highlights the brands’ shared commitment toward protecting and conserving America’s public lands for current and future generations of sportsmen and women.
Gun Stocks Up After Vegas Shooting
As expected, shares of several gun suppliers rose on Monday in the aftermath of the mass shooting in Las Vegas.
Rocky Brands Provides Update On Puerto Rico Operations
Rocky Brands Inc. announced that its employees in Puerto Rico are all reported to be safe and the company’s manufacturing facility sustained no damage during Hurricane Maria.
