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Interviews, special reports, event coverage, and more. en Copyright SNEWS® LLC, all rights reserved Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:45:02 -0600 60 http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/ROTY_winner_Dynamic_Earth_inspired_Springfield_031510.html Dynamic Earth, the recipient of the 2010 SNEWS®/Backpacker Retailer of the Year Award for the sustainable category, has convinced local officials and members of the building trade that green building benefits the environment and their bottom line. http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/ROTY_winner_Dynamic_Earth_inspired_Springfield_031510.html Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MDT http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Lobbying_on_Capitol_Hill_for_fitness_SGMA_suppliers_031210.html Fitness and sports industry representatives spent a day on the Hill meeting with legislators in support of two bills that would benefit industries focused on physical activity. Find out what they learned and how it could affect you. http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Lobbying_on_Capitol_Hill_for_fitness_SGMA_suppliers_031210.html Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Seven_Dawn_Patrol_employees_killed_Bataan_accident_031210.html One week after Black Diamond Equipment staff and Dong In Entech Co. factory employees celebrated the grand opening of its new Philippine-based factory, D.I. Dawn Patrol, seven members of the newly established factory’s management and administrative staff were killed in a car accident. http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Seven_Dawn_Patrol_employees_killed_Bataan_accident_031210.html Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Consumer_Intentions_survey_bright_spot_sporting_goods_031210.html While consumers still indicate they are nervous about the economy, according to the results of the BIGresearch Consumer Intentions & Actions Survey, there is a mild thaw afoot...but don't expect a rebound anytime soon. http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Consumer_Intentions_survey_bright_spot_sporting_goods_031210.html Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Mystery_Shopper_product_selection_doom_footwear_sale_031210.html Our Mystery Shoppers get frustrated when they encounter an outdoor specialty store that essentially carries one brand of boots, while its well-meaning salesperson struggles due to a lack of fitting expertise and tools. http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Mystery_Shopper_product_selection_doom_footwear_sale_031210.html Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Technogym_sues_SportsArt_charging_patent_infringement_031010.html Technogym has charged SportsArt with infringement of its new Crossover equipment debuting this week. http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Technogym_sues_SportsArt_charging_patent_infringement_031010.html Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Outdoor_financials_Jarden_031010.html Collective Brands reported a smaller loss for its fourth quarter, Jarden increased a stock repurchase by 50 percent, Dick's Sporting Goods said it returned to a profit in the fourth quarter, Hibbett Sports said its chairman and CEO would step down, and Amer Sports appointed a new chairman and vice chairman. http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Outdoor_financials_Jarden_031010.html Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Fitness_financials_Dick_s_031010.html Dick's Sporting Goods said it returned to a profit in the fourth quarter, Collective Brands reported a smaller loss for its fourth quarter, Hibbett Sports said its chairman and CEO would step down, Amer Sports appointed a new chairman and vice chairman, and Foot Locker said it's enacting a new strategic plan to grow its business, http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Fitness_financials_Dick_s_031010.html Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Chinese_web_users_outnumber_entire_US_population_031010.html Stats out of China say that country's web users outnumber the entire population of the United States. Will the TV be replaced by computers and mobile devices? http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Chinese_web_users_outnumber_entire_US_population_031010.html Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Merchandising_Tour_Natural_display_Winter_Market_031010.html It was interesting to see how much barn wood, rough-finished wood and pallets were used in booths at Outdoor Retailer Winter Market. It may be a reaction to the present state of the economy but, regardless of the reason, it worked. In this first of six articles from the Merchandising Tours at Winter Market, we have visual examples you can incorporate now in your store. http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Merchandising_Tour_Natural_display_Winter_Market_031010.html Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Outside_the_Cubicle_Katherine_Smith_Half-Moon_Outfitters_030810.html While plenty of people volunteer at soup kitchens during the holidays, one Half-Moon Outfitters employee dedicates her weekday mornings at least twice a month to serve lunch at Crisis Ministries in Charleston, S.C. http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Outside_the_Cubicle_Katherine_Smith_Half-Moon_Outfitters_030810.html Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Fitness_financials_Gaiam_030810.html Gaiam’s Q4 revenue rose 17.6 percent, commercial division sale costing Nautilus $13.5 million in charges, Foot Locker returned to a Q4 profit, and analysts said they expect strong results from a Dick’s Sporting Goods report. http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Fitness_financials_Gaiam_030810.html Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Wearable_Technology_showcase_sports_fitness_products_030810.html 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. http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Wearable_Technology_showcase_sports_fitness_products_030810.html Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Outdoor_financials_Dick_s_030810.html Analysts said they expect Dick's Sporting Goods to post a strong report due to the company's healthy seasonal apparel sales as a result of a cold, snowy winter, as well as new revenue growth from expansion into the Pacific Northwest. http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Outdoor_financials_Dick_s_030810.html Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Three_studies_reveal_shift_in_social_media_use_patterns_030810.html Three recent studies provide a window into a shifting social media market, with some surprising results. Could it be that middle-aged adults are actually using their mobile phones more than youth to access social media sites? Do you think social media users would rather give or receive product advice? SNEWS has the summary results and links to the studies. http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Three_studies_reveal_shift_in_social_media_use_patterns_030810.html Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Hoist_V_Personal_Pulley_Gym.html Hoist V6 Personal Pulley Gym fits into a relatively small space and allows you to everything from toning to strength training to serious weightlifting. http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Hoist_V_Personal_Pulley_Gym.html Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/SNEWS_FAQ_Sharing_passwords.html We know you love what you see in SNEWS® so much that you want all your friends and colleagues to enjoy it too. We thank you for your enthusiasm, but there is one thing to remember... http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/SNEWS_FAQ_Sharing_passwords.html Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Photo_market_opportunity_for_retailers-030510.html 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. http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Photo_market_opportunity_for_retailers-030510.html Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Trade_show_housing_alert_Elite_Locations_2010.html It appears there is a new Las Vegas entity claiming to be a corporate travel company, and it may be contacting SNEWS® readers telling them it can book hotel rooms for Outdoor Retailer Summer Market (no doubt they’ll be working the Interbike and Health & Fitness Biz angle, too)-- SNEWS has the info you need to know. http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Trade_show_housing_alert_Elite_Locations_2010.html Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Expresso_Fitness_sticks_original_vision_expand_globally_030510.html Since the acquisition of Expresso Fitness by Interactive Fitness Holdings four months ago, the executive team’s focus has been on business basics. Still, it plans to unveil new developments at IHRSA next week…and we have a sneak peek. http://www.snewsnet.com/cgi-bin/snews/Expresso_Fitness_sticks_original_vision_expand_globally_030510.html Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST