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Article Thumbnail Outdoor Research wants to protect from cold and dry, not just chilly and wet
Nov 18, 2011
The brand known best for its outdoor gear to combat the damp and chilly climate of its Pacific Northwest home is expanding its apparel and accessory lines. For fall 2012, Outdoor Research will include more products for dry and cold environments.
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Article Thumbnail Financials: Strong footwear, apparel sales drive Hibbett 3Q earnings up; plus Maurice Sporting Goods to acquire Canadian peer
Nov 18, 2011
Hibbett Sports reported higher third-quarter 2011 revenue and profit on strong apparel and footwear sales. Plus, Maurice Sporting Goods plans to acquire fellow sporting goods wholesaler Redl Sports Distributors in Canada.
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Article Thumbnail The Merchandising Doctor gives Boulder Running Company royal sock treatment
Nov 16, 2011
Boulder Running Company (BRC), a top specialty running store located in Boulder, Colo., features gear for every level runner and needed the merchandising doctor to help it diagnose problems with its product mix and displays. The doctor is in and SNEWS has the scoop.
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Article Thumbnail Financials: Dick’s Sporting Goods and Sport Chalet see boost in same-store sales, profit; plus Accell sales update
Nov 15, 2011
Dick's Sporting Goods and Sport Chalet both reported stronger same-store sales and profits heading into the holiday season. Plus Accell reports weaker-than-expected, third-quarter bike sales along with struggling sales in its fitness group.
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Article Thumbnail Outdoor Retailer Daily submission deadlines and guidelines nearing
Nov 14, 2011
Outdoor Retailer Winter Market (Jan. 19-22, 2012) is nearly two months away, but some of the deadlines for coverage in the official newspaper covering Winter Market – O.R.D. powered by SNEWS® – are just around the corner.
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Article Thumbnail The Adidas/Five Ten match: Execs share plans for future
Nov 11, 2011
SNEWS interviews Adidas senior vice president Rolf Reinschmidt and Five Ten founder and CEO Charles Cole for more insight on the Adidas acquisition of Five Ten and what future plans may be. Find out about the first meeting between the players at Outdoor Retailer, and when Cole plans to "Occupy Yosemite."
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Article Thumbnail How to Sell: Insulation
Nov 9, 2011
Be it jackets, sleeping bags, clothing or accessories, when it comes to providing warmth for your customers, knowing what insulation to guide them to is key. Fleece, wool, synthetic and down can all do the trick, but each have particular strengths and weaknesses. That’s where this chapter of the SNEWS® Retail College comes in. SNEWS helps you break down the differences so your sales team can lead consumers to their best source of warmth.
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Article Thumbnail Amer Sport’s Mike Adams on the company’s new e-commerce strategy
Nov 7, 2011
SNEWS sits down with Amer Sport's Mike Adams to discuss the new e-commerce strategy the company is unveiling for its Atomic and Salomon winter sports brands. Could it affect its other brands also?
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Article Thumbnail Outdoor: Movin' & Shakin' -- Nemo has a new home; plus OIWC's new board, Footbalance's new CEO, and more ...
Nov 4, 2011
The latest people and company announcements in the outdoor industry: Nemo Equipment has a new home in New Hampshire; plus OIWC's new board, Footbalance's new CEO, and more ...
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Adidas enters agreement to buy Five Ten for $25 million
Nov 3, 2011
Adidas intends to buy outdoor and climbing footwear brand Five Ten for $25 million. SNEWS brings you the latest details of the breaking news.
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Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Reduces Its Carbon Footprint at Fall Show
Dec 16, 2011
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Hydrapak Expands Partnership Reach with UltrAspire
Dec 16, 2011
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High Sierra Adds Kyle Kilcherman As Director of Sales - Sporting Goods
Dec 15, 2011
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Jackson Kayak's New Cuda Fishing Boat Craves Open Water
Dec 15, 2011
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REVO Sunglasses Partners with Corey Rich Photography
Dec 15, 2011
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La Sportiva Launches Ski Mountaineering Apparel
Dec 14, 2011
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Outdoor Retailer Winter Market Planning Guide is live, in full digital glory
Dec 16, 2011
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Family business still going strong nearly 30 years later
Dec 16, 2011
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La Sportiva targets skiers in launch of its first-ever apparel line
Dec 14, 2011
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Outdoor Research wants to protect from cold and dry, not just chilly and wet
Nov 18, 2011
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