SGB Update Sportsmans

Outtech to Represent Knives of Alaska Nationwide

Founded by Alaska Master Guide Charles Allen, Knives of Alaska has earned a reputation for delivering field-tested performance tools for the most demanding environments, including with professional guides and sportsmen.

Chaparral and Robalo Boat Brands Parent Sees Moderating Declines in Q1

MPX said comparisons are beginning to ease and field inventories are returning to more acceptable levels after being elevated since late 2023. The company’s field unit inventory at the end of the first quarter was approximately 18 percent below the end of Q1 2024.

Rural King Opens New Kingsport Store

The store carries a wide range of outdoor lifestyle and work brands, including Ariat, Browning, Carhartt, Columbia, Frogg Toggs, Henry Rifles, Huk Apparel, Keen Utility, Plano, Realtree, Remington, Under Armour, and Wolverine.

Buying Group Pioneer Don Pfau Passes Away

Throughout a long and storied life, Prau remained committed to Sports, Inc.’s success and prominence in the sporting goods industry.  The group has grown to over 600 from the original seven members, selling billions of dollars in sporting goods from coast to coast. 

Under Armour Appoints Three New Members to Board of Directors

Effective April 15, Dawn N. Fitzpatrick, Eugene D. Smith, and Robert J. Sweeney joined the company’s Board of Directors, which also includes Douglas E. Coltharp, Jerri L. DeVard, Mohamed A. El-Erian, Carolyn N. Everson, David W. Gibbs, Karen W. Katz, Eric T. Olson, Kevin A. Plank, and Patrick W. Whitesell.

BioLite Acquires Goal Zero

The individual BioLite and Goal Zero brands will reportedly continue in the marketplace while combining core sales, operations, marketing, and engineering teams. The combined business will operate as BioLite Energy under leadership of BioLite Founder Jonathan Cedar.

Ruger Appoints VP of Strategy & Business Development

Ben Quinn is expected to serve as a key advisor to the executive team and play a central role in supporting cross-functional collaboration, enhancing operational efficiency and aligning enterprise-wide objectives.