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The Vista Outdoor Tortured Sale Saga – A Guide
Editor’s note: Since the below was published, the Vista Outdoor board negotiated a higher price from CSG, and pressure mounted from both TIG Advisors and Gates Capital to turn down…
News July 1, 2024
Scott USA Appoints Hap Seliga President
Hap Seliga is the new president of Scott USA, the U.S. subsidiary of Scott Corporation and manufacturer of bike and outdoor equipment and apparel. The longtime industry veteran co-founded retailer…
News June 28, 2024
Updated: Dramatic Drop in Nike’s Lifestyle Business Sparks Reduced Outlook
The Nike turnaround hits a roadblock after an unexpected, sharp decline in sales of key lifestyle franchises. Plus, details about Converse's Q4 and full year results.
Executive Edition June 27, 2024
Kent Outdoors Names Randy Hales CEO
Kent Outdoors has named Randy Hales CEO of the company, which operates a portfolio of more than 15 brands including BOTE, Arbor Snowboards, Connelly and O’Brien. Hales previously served as…
News June 27, 2024
The Outdoor Industry’s PFAS Challenge
The group of chemicals known as PFAS were developed as coatings to protect consumer goods from water, stains, and corrosion, and in the outdoor industry they’re mostly used to repel…
News June 27, 2024
L.L.Bean to Open Four Stores in 2024, More Planned for 2025
Update 2/7/2025: Renovations on L.L.Bean’s flagship in Freeport, Maine, have begun. Find out more about the plans for the campus here. L.L.Bean is continuing to expand its retail footprint with…
News June 26, 2024
Slowtide Expands Into Housewares, Launches in Australia
Slowtide has come a long way in nine years, most recently growing its sales team, launching in Australia with the help of Shannan North, and expanding its product offerings.
News June 26, 2024
Opinion: What Independent Outdoor Retailers and REI Can Do to Create a Healthier Industry Ecosystem
It’s June, which means Spring line showings have already happened and too-early order deadlines are just around the corner in the outdoor industry. As we survey the landscape, it’s clear…
News June 25, 2024
