Sports News and Press Releases about Outdoor Industry Business
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April 27, 2026
March RV Shipments Down 13.9% YOY
Results for the RV Industry Association’s March 2026 survey of manufacturers found that total RV shipments ended the month with 32,162 units, a (-13.9%) growth rate compared to the 37,348 units shipped in March 2025. For the year, shipments are off (-12.1%) with 86,051 RVs shipped through the first three months...
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April 24, 2026
California Expands State Park System for First Time in Decades
On April 22, California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a major expansion of the state park system, adding three new parks and enlarging several others. As the public land policy on the federal level moves toward extraction and commercialization, California is the latest state to reinvest in conservation at the local level....
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April 23, 2026
Hydro Flask Tops Plan and Osprey Posts Solid Growth in Fiscal Fourth Quarter
Helen of Troy, Ltd.’s Home & Outdoor segment saw a modest decline in the fiscal fourth quarter ended February 28, but company management on an analyst call said Hydro Flask topped expectations with strong response to new launches and Osprey’s sales grew despite a challenging backpack category. OXO, Helen of...
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April 23, 2026
Vail Resorts: Skier Visits Decline 14.9% Due to Record Warmth, Low Snowfall
Vail Resorts’ North American properties had 14.9% fewer skier visits this winter because of record warm weather and low snowfall. According to a news release, this winter: Total skier visits decreased 14.9% compared to 2025. Total lift revenue, including an allocated portion of season pass revenue for each applicable period, declined...
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April 23, 2026
Osprey and Hydro Flask Parent’s Home & Outdoor Segment Sales Slide in Fiscal Q4
Helen of Troy, Ltd. reported sales in its Home & Outdoor segment, which includes Hydro Flask, Osprey and Oxo, declined 1.5 percent in the fiscal fourth quarter ended February 28, to $216.5 million. The decrease was primarily driven by: continued competition, softer consumer demand, lower replenishment orders, and the unfavorable...
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April 16, 2026
USA Surfing Defeats U.S. Ski and Snowboard in Battle for Olympic Control
USA Surfing has won the right to remain the official U.S. governing body for Olympic‑style surfing, beating out a challenge from U.S. Ski & Snowboard and securing a surfer‑led pathway to the 2028 Los Angeles Games at Lower Trestles. The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) formally recognized USA Surfing...
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April 15, 2026
USA Surfing Defeats U.S. Ski and Snowboard in Battle for Olympic Control
Following a fraught, and oftentimes controversial, battle of control for surfing’s future in the Olympic Games, USA Surfing has emerged victorious over U.S. Ski and Snowboard, who had attempted a coup to take over domination of surfing on the big stage. Why a ski and snowboarding federation might want to...
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April 15, 2026
Nearly 2,000 ski instructors join lawsuit accusing Vail Resorts of wage violations
Thousands of ski and snowboard instructors are taking on one of the biggest names in the resort business, accusing the major company of shortchanging workers through a controversial pay setup. Nearly 2,000 instructors have already joined a federal lawsuit against Vail Resorts, alleging the company failed to properly compensate employees...
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April 14, 2026
How Specialty Retailers Use AI to Boost Margins
Specialty retailers are increasingly using artificial intelligence to protect and expand their margins by automating routine tasks, sharpening buying and pricing decisions, and deepening customer experiences rather than relying only on price competition. Core ways AI boosts margins AI‑powered forecasting and inventory tools help shops avoid overstock and stockouts, reducing...
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April 13, 2026
Outdoor Research Announces President Roger Barton is Departing
Outdoor Research announced President Roger Barton will leave the Seattle-based company after eight years of service. “Roger came to Outdoor Research at a pivotal moment and helped shape the brand into what it is today, instilling not only operational excellence but also serving as a strong steward of the brand,”...
