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| Job listing on SNEWS was a scam, as are all the rest seeking ‘secret consumers’
Oct 24, 2011 It seemed like a good opportunity for Randy Smith to land a job. A SNEWS® subscriber, Smith responded to an Outdoor Industry Jobs listing posted on the SNEWS job site seeking a "Secret Shopper" with relevant market research experience. Smith was not alone in responding as SNEWS learned, and this is a scam. We have the details. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Headlines |
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| VF Corp. 3Q revenue up 23 percent on Timberland acquisition
Oct 24, 2011 The parent company of The North Face, Vans and Jansport reported record third-quarter revenue – up 23 percent with its latest addition of Timberland and SmartWool. And even without the additions, revenue was up 16 percent for the quarter, led by the company’s outdoor group. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Headlines |
| Eastern Mountain Sports CEO shares advice on leadership, future of industry at OIA talk
Oct 24, 2011 EMS CEO Will Manzer kicked off the Outdoor Industry Association's Business of Outdoor Recreation Lecture Series in Boulder, Colo., with leadership advice for the next generation. SNEWS was on hand to hear how Manzer twice turned around the outdoor retail chain and brand. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Headlines |
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| In memoriam: Holger Bismann, general manager of Patagonia Europe and avid cyclist
Oct 21, 2011 Holger Bismann, general manager of Patagonia Europe, died on Oct. 15, 2011 following an illness. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Headlines |
| Retailers evaluate the new swipe-fee reform legislation
Oct 21, 2011 New debit-card swipe fee legislation went into effect Oct. 1, but some retailers told SNEWS they're unsure if they'll see any significant changes to their bottom line. Some lawmakers are trying to repeal the legislation, but that's unlikely to pass said Craig Shearman of the National Retail Federation. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Headlines |
| Merchandising Tour: Creating visual interest with creative accessory displays
Oct 19, 2011 The varietal nature of accessory products can present a merchandising challenge, but there are ways for displays to stand out. Consider these creative ideas SNEWS spotted at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2011. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Headlines |
| ActiveJunky.com gives retailers exposure through consumer cash-back rewards
Oct 17, 2011 ActiveJunky.com takes a page from credit card cash-back programs to attract online consumers to outdoor retailers and brands. Even some brick and mortar specialty outdoor shops have signed on. SNEWS finds out the details. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Headlines |
| Burton’s Outdoor Retailer entry yields mixed response from industry
Oct 14, 2011 Burton's entry into Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2012 speaks to the continuing crossover of between the wintersports and outdoor industries with retailers, manufacturers and even trade shows caught in-between. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Headlines |
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| How to Sell: Packs
Oct 14, 2011 The right pack makes or breaks people’s experience in the outdoors. This SNEWS Retail College chapter breaks down the differences, features and fit on packs to help match the customer to the proper load carrier. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Headlines |
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| Outdoor Retailer Daily submission deadlines and guidelines
Oct 14, 2011 While Outdoor Retailer Winter Market (Jan. 19-22, 2012) is still several months away, some of the deadlines for coverage in the official newspaper covering Winter Market – O.R.D. powered by SNEWS® -- are approaching. Get the essential details for getting noticed by thousands here. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Headlines |
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iFitness Belts Oct 17, 2011 The iFitness belts SNEWS recently tested are great for runners who like to carry gadgets, keys and snacks with them. Read Review | Comment on this review | Go to all Product Reviews |
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Fitnex E55SG Elliptical Sep 14, 2011 So many ellipticals can be large and pricy, and the though the smaller ones may have a lower price tag, what they give up to get there makes for a more wobbly ride that’s not as much fun. The Fitnex E55SG elliptical manages to be rather petite but still can hold its own when a user pushes it hard. Read Review | Comment on this review | Go to all Product Reviews |
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