SGB Update Sportsmans
What Does Trans-Pacific Partnership’s Exit Signal For Free Trade?
Nike, Dick’s Sporting Goods, The North Face and Under Armour all openly supported the ambitious Pacific-Rim trade pact. New Balance and Patagonia stood out in the industry for opposing the deal.
Leatherman Names VP Of Manufacturing And Development
Before joining Leatherman, Fritz Kaufman worked from 1998 to 2013 as the vice president of manufacturing and engineering at Leupold & Stevens
Trump Calls Environmental Regulations ‘Out of Control’
In a meeting at the White House Tuesday with the top executives of the three biggest U.S. automakers, President Trump described environmental regulations as “out of control” and vowed to remove obstacles for manufacturers and oil companies.
Croakies Sold To Hilco Vision
Hilco Vision, based in Plainville, MA, said it is committed to ensuring Croakies maintains its strong footprint within the mountains of the American West, through the company’s Bozeman-based manufacturing facility.
NSSF Calls Foul On USFWS Director’s Parting Shot On Traditional Ammunition
The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), the trade association for the firearms, ammunition, hunting and shooting sports industries, condemned the decision by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Director Dan Ashe banning the use of traditional ammunition on service lands in just five years.
FDRA Expresses Disappointment In U.S. Withdrawal From TPP
The FDRA called the the U.S. Withdrawal from TPP a “significant lost opportunity for American footwear consumers and businesses.”
Dick’s Sporting Goods Joins Geico Bassmaster Classic As Presenting Sponsor
Dick’s Sporting Goods announced an expanded partnership with B.A.S.S., as the retailer became the presenting sponsor of the Geico Bassmaster Classic through 2019.
ASA Responds To U.S. Fish And Wildlife Service Tackle Restriction
American Sportfishing Association VP of Government Affairs Scott Gudes issued a statement of behalf of the industry.
Buck Knives Teams Up With Remington Outdoor
The new official licensee of Remington cutlery has served outdoorsmen and women for more than 110 years.
Taurus Names Director Of Business Development And Training
Chris Hartnett will oversee all brands under the company, which encompasses the Taurus, Rossi and Heritage product lines.
L.L.Bean To Open Fourth Virginia Store
The store in Charlottesville is set to open in the summer of 2017.
The North Face Joins Grassroots Outdoor Alliance
The brand will be part of the Grassroots Spring Summit and Connect shows in June 2017 to exhibit its spring 2018 apparel.
Benelli USA Names Thompson, Fischer To Director Roles
George Thompson becomes director of product management, while JP Fischer assumes the role of director of sales and channel management.
A. Uberti U.S. Importer Changes Name To Uberti USA
The name change is to clarify for American gun buyers the distinction between Uberti products sold by the company from other Uberti-made firearms marketed in the United States by competing brands.
Exxel Outdoors Expands Big Market & Outfitter Group
The privately held collection of outdoor recreation gear brands retooled the group with management promotions and new hires as well as a fresh brand approach, said Tory Upham, general manager.
