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Free retail education seminars by NSGA stress 'surviving and thriving in today's economy'
Jun 22, 2009
Especially in today's economy, retailers can use every opportunity to fill their war chest with information that will help them do better business -- getting it for free makes it even better. The first in a series of regional retail education seminars by National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA) will be June 30 in the Chicago area, aptly titled, "How to survive and thrive in today's economy."
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Used, consignment goods help some retailers thrive in down economy
Jun 10, 2009
While the word “consignment” often conjures up images of racks of used dresses and floors cluttered with old furniture and toys, increasingly, traditional outdoor and fitness retail shops find used gear can mean hidden gold. Consider that there are now more than 20,000 consignment shops in the United States that account for $8 billion in sales, according to an April report on CNN – and ellipticals, backpacks, skis and treadmills are all garnering a share of that market.
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SNEWS Special Report: A broken supply chain? The retail perspective
Jun 8, 2009
The quest to help facilitate the discussion around finding a solution to a badly flawed outdoor industry supply chain began with an email plea to SNEWS® in March from a number of retailers. The email called out a list of challenges to the way we buy and sell, from a retailer's perspective. After months of investigation, we found one common thread in this complexly woven tapestry: Everyone shares some responsibility for how we arrived at the current supply chain problem and everyone must act collectively to find a solution.
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Psychology of Shopping -- Do you really understand why that customer is coming into your store to buy?
May 20, 2009
“It isn’t so much a traffic issue as it is a sales issue. You need to do a better job with the people already in your store.” —Ron Hornbaker, vice president of Retail Minds, citing ShopperTrak data showing that 70 to 80 percent of people walk out of stores without spending money. Specialty retailers trying to wheedle sales from consumers who are afraid of losing their jobs or life savings are coming to terms with a harsh reality: The marketing tactics that worked in previous downturns aren’t as effective in this current storm, which is proving to be wider, deeper and more intractable than many economists anticipated...
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Economic downturn may have lasting effect on consumer behavior
May 18, 2009
The economic struggles of the last year that have taken a heavy toll on retail may have a lasting effect on how consumers shop and buy – one every retailer and supplier will have to deal with. According to a new report from Information Resources Inc., research suggests that most shoppers will continue with their current mindset for a long time – even after the economy recovers. The IRI research compares the thinking to that of the children of the Depression and says
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Fitness financials: Hibbett shares dip after analyst downgrade, plus Sport Chalet, Finish Line
Jun 29, 2009
Hibbett shares dip after analyst downgrade. Sport Chalet Q4 sales drop 12.7 percent, reports loss. Finish Line swings to Q1 loss.
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Fitness financials: Q4 profit for Nike drops 30 percent
Jun 24, 2009
Nike (NYSE: NKE) said its fourth-quarter profit dipped on charges tied to its workforce reduction and other restructuring charges.
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Fitness financials: Finish Line to drop Man Alive business, expects Q1 loss
Jun 22, 2009
Finish Line said it's severing ties with the underperforming Man Alive operations. It also reported that it expects a first-quarter loss from continuing operations.
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Fitness financials: Amer Sports forewarns on Q2 profit
Jun 17, 2009
Amer Sports, parent of Precor, said its full-year outlook is "clouded by the uncertainty in consumer demand in general." It noted that profitability in 2009 is affected by the challenging market conditions, particularly in the United States and for the fitness segment.
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Fitness financials: adidas focuses on Reebok restructure, plus Sport Chalet
Jun 15, 2009
adidas said it is focusing on restructuring Reebok, and Sport Chalet topped the list of "biggest percentage price gainers" among common stocks on the Nasdaq Stock Market.
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Outdoor Financial News

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Outdoor financials: Sport Chalet Q4 sales drop 12.7 percent, plus Hibbett Sports
Jun 29, 2009
For both the fourth quarter and FY 2009, Sport Chalet (Nasdaq: SPCHA and SPCHB) reported decreases in sales as well as a net loss hurt by "macro economic conditions." Plus, Hibbett shares dip after analyst downgrade.
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Outdoor financials: Eddie Bauer gets notice of stock delisting, plus Garmin
Jun 22, 2009
Eddie Bauer, which filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, said it received notice from the Nasdaq Stock Market it will be delisted, and a Barclays Capital analyst raised his earnings estimates on Garmin.
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Outdoor financials: Eddie Bauer files for bankruptcy protection, equity firm enters bid; plus Amer Sports
Jun 17, 2009
Eddie Bauer filed for bankruptcy protection, and an equity firm entered a bid for its assets, while Amer Sports, parent of Salomon and Arc'Teryx, said its full-year outlook is "clouded by the uncertainty in consumer demand in general."
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Outdoor financials: Wolverine shares rise on analyst upgrade, plus VF, adidas, Sport Chalet, Rocky Brands
Jun 15, 2009
Wolverine shares rose on an analyst upgrade, VF reported that its markets were stable for '09, adidas said it is focused on restructuring Reebok and growing the Outdoor brand, Sport Chalet topped the list of "biggest percentage price gainers" on Nasdaq, and Rocky adopted a shareholder rights plan.
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Outdoor financials: Eddie Bauer shares drop 50 percent on bankruptcy rumors, plus Quiksilver, Cabela's, Forzani
Jun 10, 2009
Eddie Bauer shares dropped 50 percent on bankruptcy rumors, Quiksilver shares fell on analyst concerns over high-cost loans, the chairman of Cabela's arranged estate planning distributions, and Forzani narrowed its Q1 loss.
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Makoto Xergame
Jun 29, 2009
When the current owners of Makoto USA saw the game that would become Makoto at an arcade in 2002, they immediately realized its potential to provide both physical and mental fitness for anyone, from athletes to the elderly to folks in rehab. The SNEWS® team first saw a Makoto at the Health & Fitness Business show in Denver several years ago and, after playing it (over and over, we must admit), we had to get one for the office.

Coleman LED Quad Lantern
Jun 22, 2009
Pardon the pun, but Coleman's LED Quad Lantern presents one of the brightest ideas we've seen when it comes to lighting. It's unique because the body of the lantern has four detachable panels, each of which has six 5 mm, white LED lights. We tested the lantern during several car-camping trips and found that it was really handy when we had several people sharing a campsite.

Teva Sunkosi 2 water shoe
Jun 15, 2009
As a concept, water shoes are a fine idea. But we've suffered painful scrapes and blisters from poorly designed amphibious footwear, and frowned over many models that didn't dry as quickly as advertised. But Teva's Sunkosi 2 performed well, and proved to be exceptionally comfortable during numerous paddling trips, including an 18-day rafting journey down the Grand Canyon. Our testers said these shoes were not only easy on the feet, but they were also some of the most durable water shoes they've worn.

WS 100 endurance run observations: Product, privacy and sloshing packs
Jul 1, 2009
"I was hanging out helping brain-dead runners summit the Devil’s Thumb climb in the Western States 100 last Saturday, June 27. It’s a nasty, rocky, 1,500 foot climb over 1.8 miles that comes for most in the hottest part of the day. And it was pretty hot, dry and dusty last weekend. As I escorted runner after runner from the top to the medical aid weigh-in, got their bottles and packs refilled, and made sure they were in OK shape for the remaining 52.2 miles, I found myself taking a look at the apparel, gear, food and product they all had. OK, SNEWS® is sick. We are always looking at brands."
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Sleeping bag manufacturers provide technical and durable features at a reasonable price point.
Jun 27, 2009
In the SNEWS Outdoor 2009 Magazine, our coverage of the hardgoods market included a trends and product report on tents and packs debuting for the spring 2010 season. Below, is the latest on the sleeping bags segment that was not included in the magazine. As with tents and backpacks, weight remains a key selling point for sleeping bags. Keep your eyes peeled for new collections, as well as updates to lines that have sold well for the past few years.
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Young Guns: Peek into the minds of designers whose innovative ideas are changing the industry
Jun 27, 2009
What will outdoor gear look like in the future? Peek into the minds of these designers whose innovative ideas are changing the industry. Originally published in the SNEWS Outdoor Summer '09 magazine, this special web feature includes two additional profiles of designers Tae Kim and Alan Yiu, as well as expanded coverage from each designer -- Hanna Boone, Josh Guyot, Ian Iverson, and Chris Miksovsky -- voicing his or her perspective on the outdoor industry's future. Also, look into the world of Project OR and its influence on student designers in a special added feature.
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Camaro Bamboo Shirts
Jun 27, 2009
Camaro bamboo shirts by Komperdell are breathable, odor-neutralizing, and funcitonal.

Stretch Diad Jacket
Apr 25, 2009
Designed for mountaineering and other sports in which weight and space are crucial, The North Face Stretch Diad is a waterproof, breathable jacket.

Rockbound Ridge Pant
Apr 25, 2009
Designed with a two-way stretch ripstop fabric, The North Face Rockbound Ridge Pant’s stretchy material is extremely resilient

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Did you hear?...Health magazine announces fitness/gear award winners
Jul 2, 2009
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Power Players' Lounge: Opportunity knocks -- do you hear it?
Jul 1, 2009
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Business Solutions Forum: It seems my biz life is one emergency after another…how do I break the cycle?
Jun 29, 2009
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Boulder Outdoor Specialty Group grows design team, brings R&D in-house
Jul 1, 2009
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Highgear Receives Health 2009 America's Healthiest Fitness Award
Jul 1, 2009
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Hydration at Elevation: nuun and Mountain Madness Team Up
Jul 1, 2009
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Think About It: OIWC asks, what is the best way to get what you want?
Jun 17, 2009
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You are more important than “just a….”
Jun 17, 2009
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SNEWS Mini-Survey gives glimpse at how stores view customer buying motivation
Jun 15, 2009
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Makoto Xergame
June 29, 2009
When the current owners of Makoto USA saw the game that would become Makoto at an arcade in 2002, they immediately realized its potential to provide both physical and mental fitness for anyone, from athletes to the elderly to folks in rehab. The SNEWS® team first saw a Makoto at the Health & Fitness Business show in Denver several years ago and, after playing it (over and over, we must admit), we had to get one for the office.
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SNEWS Readers' Choice: Our readers pick their top 25 products of the last quarter-century
Jun 22, 2009
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Grassroots Outdoor Alliance's Early Show offers early preview of trends and potential top sellers
Jun 19, 2009
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Outdoor Retailer Winter Market ’09: You want new and cool?
Mar 23, 2009
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Outdoor Retailer Winter Market '09: Layer up
Mar 4, 2009
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Outdoor Retailer Winter Market '09: Outerwear makers shell out jackets and pants -- and kids get in on the action too
Feb 27, 2009
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Outdoor industry rugby players unite for match against Utah locals during Outdoor Retailer
May 27, 2009
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SCAM Alert: Did you book your hotel rooms at OR or HFB with Travel House Services?
Jun 26, 2009
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EU iodine ban worries -- SNEWS provides the facts
Jun 26, 2009
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Did you hear?...Health magazine announces fitness/gear award winners
Jul 2, 2009
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Business Solutions Forum: It seems my biz life is one emergency after another…how do I break the cycle?
Jun 29, 2009
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WS 100 endurance run observations: Product, privacy and sloshing packs
"I was hanging out helping brain-dead runners summit the Devil’s Thumb climb in the Western States 100 last Saturday, June 27. It’s a nasty, rocky, 1,500 foot climb over 1.8 miles that comes for most in the hottest part of the day. And it was pretty hot, dry and dusty last weekend. As I escorted runner after runner from the top to the medical aid weigh-in, got their bottles and packs refilled, and"

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