Editor’s note: Read about Teva’s Q1 performance and a new strategy for the brand in our separate Teva story here. High-growth running brand Hoka continued its strong performance in the first quarter for parent company Deckers Brands - so much so that the company...
Salty Crew has hired highly regarded merchandising and design leader Mary Miller, previously senior vice president of women’s at Rip Curl, to lead all its product divisions.
(This story was updated on 7/21/2023) Hilary Hartley, Americas president for Sweden-based Thule Group, anticipated the first half of 2023 would be challenging, and he was right. Sales for the maker of bike racks and other outdoor products declined 31.4% in constant...
Footwear and apparel manufacturer On has won REI’s overall 2023 Vendor Partner of the Year award. In a statement last week, REI said the award is presented to brands that “make a significant impact, inspire, and enable a life outside for everyone.” On, with a U.S....
The closing date for Authentic Brands Group acquisition of Boardriders was discussed at a company town hall, along with new licensees for Quiksilver and Roxy, and an expected licensee for Billabong and RVCA.
At Outdoor Retailer last week, we ran into several former surf industry executives who are working in new roles, including Sean Smith, Bill Bettencourt, John Fearnley and Mike Magiera.
Outdoor Retailer announced the winners of its Inspiration Awards at a lively ceremony and party Tuesday night in Salt Lake City, Utah. The host of the event, Timmy O’Neill, a rock climber, outdoor advocate, and past recipient, kept the packed room laughing during the...
The Grassroots Outdoor Alliance’s Connect show is underway in Knoxville, Tennessee with a wide range of brands and specialty retailers in attendance. The show has outgrown the convention center in Knoxville and will be relocating the summer show to Reno, Nevada going...
Academy Sports and Outdoors, a Texas-based sporting goods and outdoor recreation retailer, posted a comparable sales decline of 7.3% for its first quarter ended April 29 as macro-economic pressures and other factors weighed on results. Net sales dropped 5.7% to $1.38...
Hang Loose believes that fashion should be practical and comfortable, without sacrificing style or quality.
Timberland couldn’t escape the recent challenges in the Americas region that are impacting many outdoor brands, namely inventory overhang, cautious retailers, and slower consumer spending in some sectors. The brand recorded a 6% drop in constant currency revenue...
(This story was updated on 6/16/2023.) Dick’s Sporting Goods commented on the opportunity it sees in the outdoor market in light of its recent investments in Public Lands and Moosejaw during an earnings call Tuesday morning. The sporting goods retailer, which appears...
