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Article Thumbnail November retail, outdoor, online sales rise; NRF raises forecast
Dec 26, 2011
A strong Black Friday and brisk holiday shopping fueled overall retail sales up 4.5 percent for November 2011, while outdoor retail sales jumped 9 percent. Online sales are up 15 percent so far this season. SNEWS has the latest figures from NRF, Leisure Trends and ComScore.
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Famed skier, retailer Roger Buchika dies
Dec 23, 2011
A legendary skier and retailer, Roger Buchika died on Dec. 18, 2011, at the age of 67.
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Mountain travel bookings continue uphill surge
Dec 22, 2011
Mountain Travel Research reports occupancy for the month of November 2011 was up 4.5 percent compared to a year ago, and that the average daily rate for that lodging rose 4.6 percent at the same time.
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In memoriam: Ski Market founder Bob Ferguson dies
Dec 20, 2011
Ski Market founder Bob Ferguson died on Dec. 12 from complications with pneumonia.
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Article Thumbnail Outdoor: Movin' & Shakin' - Igloo names a new president; plus new hires at Backcountry.com, Leisure Trends, Mountain Hardwear, American Rec and more ...
Dec 19, 2011
The latest people and company announcements in the outdoor industry: Igloo names a new president; plus new hires at Backcountry.com, Leisure Trends, Mountain Hardwear, American Rec and more ...
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Family business still going strong nearly 30 years later
Dec 16, 2011
Eric Burt purchased Kristi Mountain Sports in 1983, after the former owner and his mentor died in a motorcycle accident. Nearly 30 years later, Burt and his wife Lisa Burt are still in business despite their rural, somewhat poverty-stricken location. SNEWS gets the story.
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La Sportiva targets skiers in launch of its first-ever apparel line
Dec 14, 2011
La Sportiva will launch its first-ever apparel line at Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2012 with more than 50 men’s and women’s outerwear, insulation and base layer pieces focused on the skiing and mountaineering consumer. SNEWS gets a sneak peak of the products at the company's North American headquarters in Boulder, Colo.
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SNEWS welcomes Megan Mulligan as new editor in chief; bids adieu to Therese Iknoian
Dec 12, 2011
On Jan. 2, 2012, Megan Mulligan will become editor in chief of SNEWS®. Mulligan will replace Therese Iknoian who is stepping away from SNEWS after more than a decade of editorial leadership. Iknoian’s last day at SNEWS is Dec. 31, 2011.
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Columbia launches newest Omni technology
Dec 12, 2011
As it continues to push the technology side of its apparel and footwear, Columbia Sportswear announced the addition of Omni-Wind Block, plus updates of its Omni-Heat technology. SNEWS gets the scoop at the company's media event in Park City, Utah.
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SNEWS wins gold, silver in Columbia bobsledding 'event'
Dec 12, 2011
SNEWS assistant editor Ana Trujillo tries out bobsledding during a Columbia Sportswear media event and wins a few "medals" to boot. Jamaica, wanna go head-to-head?
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Gear Aid Celebrates Winter Solstice with Free Lift Ticket Sweepstakes
Dec 21, 2011
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Helly Hansen’s Renowned Big Mountain Battle Expands in 2012
Dec 21, 2011
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Helly Hansen’s Renowned Big Mountain Battle Expands in 2012
Dec 21, 2011
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Las Vegas Ski Resort Kicks Off Holiday Season with 50 Inch Snow Base
Dec 21, 2011
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NSP announces revitalized Safety Team
Dec 21, 2011
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Spyder Names Bill & Jane Ehmke 2011 Rep of the Year
Dec 21, 2011
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November retail, outdoor, online sales rise; NRF raises forecast
Dec 26, 2011
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Famed skier, retailer Roger Buchika dies
Dec 23, 2011
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Mountain travel bookings continue uphill surge
Dec 22, 2011
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