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BOB Awards

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Article Thumbnail Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2012: SNEWS Best of Booth Awards
Feb 3, 2012
Merchandising Editor Robin Enright reveals the SNEWS Best of Booth Awards from Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2012.
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Article Thumbnail SIA Snow Show 2012: SNEWS Best of Booth Awards
Feb 3, 2012
Merchandising Editor Robin Enright reveals the SNEWS Best of Booth Awards from the 2012 SIA Snow Show.
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Article Thumbnail Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2011: SNEWS BOB Awards
Aug 17, 2011
The creativity and innovation at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market didn’t stop at gear and apparel, but carried over into booth design and visual merchandising. As a result, the SNEWS® team was happily challenged in deciding winners of the coveted BOB (Best of Booth) awards.
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Article Thumbnail Best of Booth Awards goes to SIA Snow Show for the first time
Feb 7, 2011
Determining the winners of the inaugural SNEWS® “Best of Booth” (BOB) awards during the SIA Snow Show in Denver, Colo., Jan. 27-30, 2011, was no easy task. The goal was to find trade show booth merchandising “bests” that were not only effective at attracting the attention of show attendees, but can also be adapted for use at retail to draw in customers and motivate purchasing...
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Article Thumbnail Outdoor Retailer Winter Market ‘11: SNEWS BOB Awards
Feb 2, 2011
Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2011 was a great show for the BOB (Best of Booths) Awards team as the number of new and updated exhibits exceeded expectations. New exhibits generally appear at Summer Market, but to our delight, companies came to the show with booths that were innovative and stylish with a large dose of “wow.” See who won our accolades at this year’s show.
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Trade Association News

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Article Thumbnail Fitness Industry Dealers Association planning newly launched outreach, HFB seminar
Sep 14, 2011
The Fitness Industry Dealers Association (FIDA) is planning to relaunch itself, using the Health & Fitness Business Expo as a platform to present retail education and discuss group membership benefits.
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Article Thumbnail Join the battle against rogue websites and Internet piracy
Feb 11, 2011
What began in 2008 as a smoldering ember has exploded into a conflagration of Internet counterfeiting that threatens the U.S. economy and every company in the outdoor, fitness and wintersports industries, according to Outdoor Industry Association. Learn counterfeiting's impact on the economy and how you can join the fight against it.
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Article Thumbnail Eco Index tool still fine-tuning, taking feedback after six months
Feb 2, 2011
After six months in beta, administrators of the Eco Index product assessment tool are still gathering feedback from users. A full launch is likely another year away -- but don’t hesitate to dive in and give it a whirl. SNEWS takes a look at what is happening and what will happen.
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Article Thumbnail New fitness dealers group launches website, manufacturer supporting memberships offered
Dec 13, 2010
The newly launched fitness dealers association has a new website, plus find out how manufacturers can become supporting members.
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Article Thumbnail SNEWS TV -- Future of Fitness & FIDA - TNT with Therese Iknoian
Dec 3, 2010
In this episode of SNEWS TV, Therese Iknoian looks at what role the new fitness association for retailers (Fitness Industry Dealers Association, or FIDA) will play in developing and ensuring a bright future for the fitness industry.
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Trade Show Dailies

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Article Thumbnail SIA On The Snow Daily, 2012
Jan 31, 2012
Your On The Snow Daily 2012 issue powered by SNEWS includes coverage of the SIA's demo day at Winter Park and Devil's Thumb Ranch with feedback of the latest alpine, Nordic and backcountry gear, plus race results and plenty of photos. Get your digital copy here.
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Article Thumbnail SIA On The Snow Preview, 2012
Jan 30, 2012
Your On The Snow Preview 2012 issue powered by SNEWS looks ahead to SIA's demo day at Winter Park and Devil's Thumb Ranch with a look at which skis, snowboards, boots, helmets and goggles to test out. Get your digital copy here.
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Article Thumbnail SIA Snow Show Daily, 2012, Day 4
Jan 29, 2012
The Day 4 issue of your SIA Snow Show Daily powered by SNEWS includes coverage of the latest base layers, sunglasses, our editor's picks and more, plus a look at supplier challenges. Get your digital copy here.
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Article Thumbnail SIA Snow Show Daily, 2012, Day 3
Jan 28, 2012
The Day 3 issue of your SIA Snow Show Daily powered by SNEWS includes coverage of the latest snowboard bindings, winter fashionwear, backcountry saftey gear and more, plus a look at the urban ski scene. Get your digital copy here.
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Article Thumbnail SIA Snow Show Daily, 2012, Day 2
Jan 27, 2012
The Day 2 issue of your SIA Snow Show Daily powered by SNEWS includes coverage of the latest frontside skis, snowboard apparel and boots, gloves and more, plus a look at women's rising leadership role in the industry. Get your digital copy here.
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Trade Show News

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Article Thumbnail Boot, bindings advance in weight, walking modes
Feb 8, 2012
Strong backcountry boot and binding sales have led to advances in weight and walking modes for next season's products in the category. SNEWS provides a rundown from Outdoor Retailer Market 2012.
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Article Thumbnail Cross-country races boosting sales, new products
Feb 8, 2012
Cross-country ski manufacturers hit the floor at Winter Market with plenty of new products that celebrate the diversity of the sport. From classic to skate to off-trail backcountry skiing, brands are introducing a number of new boots and skis aimed at striding into a particular Nordic niche.
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Article Thumbnail Ski manufacturers build for versatility, soft snow
Feb 8, 2012
The latest backcountry skis for 2012/13 are being built with traits for more powder days, including more rocker technology. SNEWS recaps the new gear at Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2012.
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Article Thumbnail Telemark skiing turns toward youth market
Feb 8, 2012
Telemark skiing isn’t dead. It’s actually getting younger. With a new focus on freeriding, in-bounds skiing, halfpipes and terrain parks, what was once Outdoor Retailer’s go-to granola market is gaining attitude and energy from a new wave of hard-charging riders.
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Article Thumbnail Stay relevant, profitable, by focusing on America’s shifting demographics
Feb 6, 2012
Three-fourths of today's outdoor participants are white, but a look at shifting U.S. demographics suggests the industry will have to do a better job attracting more diverse audiences to stay profitable in the future.
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Article Thumbnail Fitness industry collaboration meeting minutes: Comments sought, next meeting to be planned
Apr 14, 2008
The interest is there for the fitness industry to collaborate on a broader level to promote the common message. What the group will need is an advisory board or some leadership that has the time to develop an action plan. SNEWS® is very willing to be the communication platform to keep any effort moving. To read the minutes from the Collaboration meeting on March 6, read on...
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Article Thumbnail Industry View: Challenges facing fitness, possible solutions, call for collaboration
Feb 11, 2008
The SNEWS® View column is an occasional editorial by the editors at SNEWS®, but we also welcome guest editorials on topics pressing to our industries. This one is offered by Steve Lindenau, president of Diamondback Fitness, about the current state of the fitness industry, the competition and challenges we face, and some solutions that could help the industry move forward, including the suggestion for industry-wide collaboration on some kind of industry advisory board.
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Snowpulse avalanche airbag inflation catridges recalled
Feb 9, 2012
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American Hiking Society Celebrates 20th National Trails Day®
Feb 8, 2012
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Feb 8, 2012
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Westcomb Apparel Names John Evans as Chief Operating Officer
Feb 8, 2012
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Aussie Dogs Offers Young Women Affordable, Stylish Sheepskin Footwear
Feb 7, 2012
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Eddie Bauer and CORDURA(R) Brand Team Collaborate on First Ascent Line
Feb 7, 2012
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SNEWS Headlines
Waterless dyeing could be next environmental push for outdoor apparel
Feb 9, 2012
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Insulation outerwear sales performance may hinge on European presence
Feb 9, 2012
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Five Ten gets Super Bowl halftime exposure
Feb 8, 2012
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