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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 Black Diamond 3Q sales up 24 percent, swings to profit
Nov 1, 2011
Black Diamond reported higher sales and swung to a profit for the third quarter 2011, primarily boosted by a jump in international sales.
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Article Thumbnail Outdoor consumers taking on price increases, gradually
Oct 31, 2011
Despite economic jitters, shoppers are paying more for their outdoor goods. SNEWS dissects the data, plus the best performing categories, and how long retailers think consumers can keep up the spending.
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Glove maker Manzella acquired by Totes Isotoner
Oct 28, 2011
Totes Isotoner, best known for its raingear, has acquired outdoor glove maker Manzella for an undisclosed amount. SNEWS talks to Tony Manzella for the details.
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Retailers 'cautiously optimistic' for holiday season; bad weather can help
Oct 28, 2011
The National Retail Federation reports this year will be average for retailers across the board, but retailers across the wintersports, outdoor and fitness industries are gearing up for a busy holiday season. With bad weather, comes good business, many retailers tell SNEWS, and many are optimistic they can match last year’s success.
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Article Thumbnail Outdoor financials: Amer 3Q up on early wintersports sales; plus Deckers earnings shine
Oct 27, 2011
Strong pre-ordering and earlier delivery dates for its Atomic, Salomon and Arc'teryx wintersports equipment and apparel helped boost third-quarter sales for parent company Amer Sports. Plus Deckers revenue jumps on Ugg and Sanuk sales.
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Article Thumbnail Outdoor financials: ‘Exceptional performance’ from outdoor brands boosts Jarden in 3Q; plus Rocky and LaCrosse earnings
Oct 26, 2011
Marmot, K2 and Coleman helped lead the way for their parent company Jarden to report higher revenue and profit for the third quarter 2011. Meanwhile, boot manufacturers Rocky and Lacrosse both reported mixed earnings with decreased sales but higher profits.
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SNEWS Q&A;: On the hill with SIA Nordic Director Reese Brown
Oct 26, 2011
SIA hired Reese Brown to help grow the cross-country skiing market, both at the Snow Show and as a sport. After a morning skiing with him at Copper Mountain, Colo., SNEWS sat down with Brown to get the scoop on his strategy at SIA.
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Article Thumbnail Outdoor financials: Columbia 3Q profit jumps on record revenue; plus Under Armour and Puma earnings
Oct 25, 2011
Columbia Sportswear posted record third-quarter revenue and big boost in profit on strong international and footwear sales. Plus Under Armour continued to roll with strong earnings all around, and Puma reported revenue up, but profit unchanged as it dealt with unfavorable exchange rates in the United States.
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Article Thumbnail 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.
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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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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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In memoriam: Ski Market founder Bob Ferguson dies
Dec 20, 2011
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