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Health & Fitness Business
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Health & Fitness Business ’09: What’s shaking in vibration and other non-traditional gear
Sep 2, 2009 Now that we told you about new stuff and highlights in traditional equipment from the Aug. 6-7 Health & Fitness Business Show in a series of stories, we don’t want you to miss all the other product that sometimes hides in 10-x-10s. The vibration-training category has been shaking up a whole lot of product, and in between the normal treadmills, home gyms, weight plates, ellipticals, yoga mats and stability balls, there was a smattering of other equipment and product that, depending on your opinion, was also worth looking at. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Health & Fitness Business articles |
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Health & Fitness Business ’09: Accessories -- some old, some new, some just tweaked
Aug 31, 2009 A smaller show meant three things when it came to accessory exhibitors: Fewer accessory brands made the trek to the Health & Fitness Business Show; if they did, they pared back on booth size; and just like with equipment brands, for the most part, it wasn’t the year to reveal everything you had in your deck of innovation. That’s not to say there weren’t a few highlights and new products to pique the interest. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Health & Fitness Business articles |
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Health & Fitness Business '09: Strength category focuses on light lifting in down economy
Aug 24, 2009 The strength category at this summer’s Health & Fitness Business Show, Aug. 6-7 in Denver, was looking far leaner than its normally bulked-up offering. Consumer cutbacks on spending resulted in fewer strength companies even showing up to the trade show with a booth, and those that did featured mostly minor tweaks and modifications to existing themes – a theme that carried throughout the show in all categories. Plus, offerings of simpler systems (with lower prices) were beefed up. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Health & Fitness Business articles |
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Health & Fitness Business '09: Cardio sticks mostly to freshening up, but still takes steps forward
Aug 17, 2009 With the economy still trying to rev up again, this wasn't the year for big news and innovative introductions from cardio manufacturers. Add to the economic hiccup a smaller Health & Fitness Business Show, some extra inventory still lingering here and there, and cautious buyers wary of consumer buying. What that means is although cardio companies still eked the category forward at the Aug. 6-7 show in Denver, it was mostly with conservative offerings of design tweaks, add-ons and updates. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Health & Fitness Business articles |
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Health & Fitness Business ’09: SNEWS State of the Industry presentation to download
Aug 7, 2009 At the SNEWS® Fitness Forum panel discussion on Aug. 6, 2009, seats and aisles were filled. Prior to leading a discussion with panelists SNEWS editor in chief Therese Iknoian presented a State of the Industry talk. The Powerpoint slides are posted here for you to download and study in more detail. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Health & Fitness Business articles |
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IHRSA
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IHRSA 2010: Smaller show welcomes unexpectedly upbeat mood
Mar 17, 2010 The 2010 IHRSA show, albeit a touch smaller, seemed to reveal more energy and more of an upbeat mood than last year. No one product or company stole the show…but perhaps that’s not what the industry needed this year. SNEWS has more. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all IHRSA articles |
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IHRSA '09 hosts product previews, prototypes, program launches
Mar 30, 2009 Despite some caution on both sides of the aisles, the IHRSA show with its focus on the commercial side of the fitness business managed to show off some new equipment, launch or update a few programs, and showcase some prototype gear. But, like last year, new product releases weren't the theme of the annual show March 16-19 in San Francisco, but rather a bit of an afterthought for many in a year of breath-holding about where the economy will head. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all IHRSA articles |
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Misc Fitness
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‘Wearable Technology’ showcase introduces sports/fitness products and technologies of the future
Mar 8, 2010 Garments and gear with built-in electronics are the way of the future in the sports, health, fitness and outdoor industries. SNEWS® explores the “Wearable Technology” platform and its new conference and award for products using Bluetooth low-energy. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Misc Fitness articles |
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ispo winter 2010: BrandNew product award area the place to prowl for innovation
Feb 22, 2010 If you truly want to spy innovation -- for better and, sometimes, for worse -- the exhibit area to prowl at the ispo winter show in Germany is the so-called “BrandNew” segment. Check out our favorites from four areas, including outdoor/ski and fitness. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Misc Fitness articles |
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Club Industry reflects economic doldrums: smaller gathering, few product intros
Oct 19, 2009 Not surprisingly, the 2009 Club Industry show, Oct. 15-17, was another tick smaller this year, reflecting a trend not only in most trade shows but also, in particular, in the fitness and sports segment. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Misc Fitness articles |
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ispo show's fitness segment continues positive transition, still slower than rest of show
Feb 13, 2009 Certainly, times changed in the fitness hall of the sprawling ispo sporting goods trade show in Munich, Germany. First, it's now all fitness, all the time: No soccer balls, blow-up pool toys, or trophy vendors. Second, although certainly not as thumping with excitement as the rest of the show's nearly 2 million square feet in 16 halls, fitness ispo has grown up. Over the last five years, SNEWS® has seen fewer antiquated, butt-jiggling vibrating belt machines and other such fitness garbage. Hoorah on that front. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Misc Fitness articles |
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Misc Outdoor
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OutDoor show in Germany shows off Euro products that catch the eye
Aug 11, 2010 European outdoor products are always a treat when touring the OutDoor show in Germany. And not infrequently, products that have appeared in SNEWS find their way across the pond to U.S. retail shelves. Join us on an inside tour of a few highlights that caught our roving editor's eyes. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Misc Outdoor articles |
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‘Wearable Technology’ showcase introduces sports/fitness products and technologies of the future
Mar 8, 2010 Garments and gear with built-in electronics are the way of the future in the sports, health, fitness and outdoor industries. SNEWS® explores the “Wearable Technology” platform and its new conference and award for products using Bluetooth low-energy. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Misc Outdoor articles |
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Photo Marketing Show provides glimpse at market opportunity for retailers
Mar 5, 2010 The taking of images and recording of memories has become ever more important to a wider audience -- thanks in large part to cameras on most every mobile phone these days. And it is because of this trend that outdoor retailers have a real opportunity...SNEWS sent two reporters to a recent photo show and they brought back valuable insights. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Misc Outdoor articles |
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ispo winter 2010: BrandNew product award area the place to prowl for innovation
Feb 22, 2010 If you truly want to spy innovation -- for better and, sometimes, for worse -- the exhibit area to prowl at the ispo winter show in Germany is the so-called “BrandNew” segment. Check out our favorites from four areas, including outdoor/ski and fitness. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Misc Outdoor articles |
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ispo winter 2010: Outdoor gets its business done, Euro products tickle the fancy
Feb 19, 2010 The outdoor halls at the winter ispo show may be more conservative and business-like than the likes of board sports, but they get their business done. Although no over-riding innovation trends were present, SNEWS® picked into corners to find a few product and company gems you’ll definitely not want to miss. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Misc Outdoor articles |
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Outdoor Retailer Summer Market
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Outdoor Retailer Summer Market ’10: Products that are The New, The Cool, The Quirky too, Pt. 2
Aug 30, 2010 Sometimes we just all simply say “wow” about a few products we see at the shows. These are The New, The Cool and, sometimes, the Quirky. What is a “wow?” Sometimes it’s the really fresh look by a company at how a piece is executed. Here in the second of two parts are our picks for this year’s ORSM new, cool and quirky in food, softgoods, gadgets, dog products and sleeping bags. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Retailer Summer Market articles |
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Outdoor Retailer Summer Market ’10: Hydration packs with a few tweaks, too
Aug 27, 2010 Not to be ignored amidst the flurry over bottles, hydration pack companies had a few tricks up their sleeves too, including new looks in reservoirs and pack design concepts. SNEWS took a look at a few highlights. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Retailer Summer Market articles |
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Outdoor Retailer Summer Market ’10: Highlights in outerwear, active apparel, sport bras, underwear and more
Aug 25, 2010 If one had to sum up the apparel makeup of Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2010, "tinkering" would be what we would say. Read about the latest tweaks for spring/summer 2011’s technical outerwear and active apparel, underwear and sport bras. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Retailer Summer Market articles |
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Outdoor Retailer Summer Market ’10: Products that are The New, The Coolest, The Quirky too, Pt. 1
Aug 25, 2010 Sometimes we just all simply say “wow” about a few products we see at the shows. These are The New, The Cool and, sometimes, the Quirky. What is a “wow?” Sometimes it’s the really fresh look by a company at how a piece is executed. Here in the first of two parts are our picks for this year’s ORSM new, cool and quirky. In part 1, SNEWS looks at ways to carry stuff -- all kinds of stuff -- from packs and bags, to car racks and cases. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Retailer Summer Market articles |
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Outdoor Retailer Summer Market ’10: Paddlesports Pt. 2 – PFDs, accessories energize market
Aug 23, 2010 We sifted through hundreds of paddlesports products, and boiled it all down, to bring you a two-part series on the goods and market trends that caught our attention at Summer Market. Part 2 dives into the latest developments in PFDs, accessories, paddles, apparel and more. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Retailer Summer Market articles |
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Outdoor Retailer Winter Market
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Outdoor Retailer Winter Market ’10: Companies continue expansion into base layers
Feb 8, 2010 It's a good time to be in the market for merino base layers -- apparently, though, not such a good time to be a sheep because there continues to be more products launched touting the benefits of wool...oh...and cotton, too. We have the details. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Retailer Winter Market articles |
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Outdoor Retailer Winter Market '10: New snowshoes strive for the perfect stride
Feb 5, 2010 The snowshoe buzz this year centered on bindings that allow a natural walking motion, plus growing interest in composite shoes, as well as racing models. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Retailer Winter Market articles |
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Outdoor Retailer Winter Market ’10: Outerwear makers showcase the allure of in-/out-of-bounds pursuits
Feb 5, 2010 Shells are merging with insulation or fleece linings for extra warmth and they're getting lighter, but are just as durable as heavier cousins...jackets are going shiny...sweaters have more dimension...and colors...let's just say bring your sunglasses. SNEWS has all the details in our latest apparel report. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Retailer Winter Market articles |
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Outdoor Retailer Winter Market '10: Footwear leans to the past, but also steps toward the future
Feb 3, 2010 The recession has sparked an appreciation for proven brands and products with a long history. But boots with plaids and distressed leathers are balanced by new technologies to keep us warm, dry and steady on our feet. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Retailer Winter Market articles |
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Outdoor Retailer Winter Market ’10: New, cool, sometimes quirky, always interesting
Feb 1, 2010 Our editors take a look at a few of the new, cool, quirky, head-scratching and eye-catching products shown at Outdoor Retailer Winter Market. Take a look to find what you need. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Retailer Winter Market articles |
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SIA
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Viva Las Vegas: Like Elvis, SIA has left the building
Feb 9, 2009 For the past 37 years, the SIA SnowSports Show was on a roll in Las Vegas. But in 2010, the show will cash in its chips and try its luck in Denver, Colo. Not surprisingly, the big question on everyone's mind -- right after the economy -- was whether SIA '09 would be a blowout farewell party or a sparsely attended funereal affair. As it turned out, the mood at the recently concluded show (held January 24-27 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center) was mostly upbeat. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all SIA articles |
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Lilypond Roadrunner Carry-on Rolling Duffel Aug 30, 2010 Lilypond's Roadrunner duffel not only looks great, but this rugged hauler also stands up to the all the abuse airport luggage handlers can dish out. Read Review | Comment on this review | Go to all Product Reviews |
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TrakFitness weight attachments Aug 23, 2010 Attach TrakHandles and a TrakBar to strength training equipment in your home or at a gym, and you'll have complete, smooth movement on three axes for better mobility, less strain and better functional training. Read Review | Comment on this review | Go to all Product Reviews |
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Scape Sunscreen Aug 16, 2010 The SNEWS team was very impressed with Scape sunscreen, which goes on smoothly, stays put when you're in water or sweating, and has a mild fragrance. Read Review | Comment on this review | Go to all Product Reviews |
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Director of Facilities and Grounds - Alyeska Resort
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Graphic Designer - Chums, Inc./Beyond Coastal SunCare
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PFD makers address rising issues with life jacket laws and stand-up paddleboarding
Aug 27, 2010
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Outdoor Retailer Summer Market ’10: Products that are The New, The Cool, The Quirky too, Pt. 2
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Outdoor Retailer Summer Market ’10: Hydration packs with a few tweaks, too
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Beyond Coastal and Chums Sponsor Park City Point 2 Point Race
Sep 2, 2010
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Flylow Appoints Backbone Media to Handle Social Media
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Mile High Mountaineering Offers Unique Support Program for Retailers
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What’s Up PR presents “The Art of Feng Shui in Specialty Retail"
Sep 2, 2010
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Big City Mountaineers Announces Early Application Process for 2011 Summer Climbs
Sep 1, 2010
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Kokatat Sponsors Channel Islands Sea Kayaking Expedition
Sep 1, 2010
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Flylow Appoints Backbone Media to Handle Social Media
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Mile High Mountaineering Offers Unique Support Program for Retailers
Sep 2, 2010
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What’s Up PR presents “The Art of Feng Shui in Specialty Retail"
Sep 2, 2010
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Big City Mountaineers Announces Early Application Process for 2011 Summer Climbs
Sep 1, 2010
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Kokatat Sponsors Channel Islands Sea Kayaking Expedition
Sep 1, 2010
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Camping participation rises slightly, say latest reports
Sep 1, 2010
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SNEWS Youth Team: Three CEOs weigh in with youth reporters
Sep 1, 2010
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Outdoor financials: VF downgraded, stock falls
Sep 1, 2010
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SNEWS Youth Team: Three CEOs weigh in with youth reporters
Sep 1, 2010
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Outdoor financials: VF downgraded, stock falls
Sep 1, 2010
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