February 20, 2025

Camping World Closes on the Purchase of Lazydays in Surprise, Arizona

Camping World Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CWH) (“Camping World” or “Company”), the World’s Largest Recreational Vehicle Dealer, today announced that it has closed on the asset and real estate purchase of Lazydays in Surprise, Arizona.

February 20, 2025

EXEC: Garmin Ltd. Shares Jump on Strong Q4 and Full-Year Report

Garmin's consolidated revenue for the fourth quarter increased 23 percent to $1.82 billion, a new Q4 record, as the company said it achieved growth and record revenue in each of its five business segments. SGB Media

February 19, 2025

Canadian Tire to sell Helly Hansen business to Kontoor Brands for $901 million

Canadian Tire opens new tab said on Wednesday it would sell its premium workwear business Helly Hansen to Kontoor Brands opens new tab for C$1.28 billion ($901.2 million), as part of efforts to focus on its core business. The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter, the company said. Canadian...

February 19, 2025

Merrell Makes Gains in Q4 But Shares for Wolverine Worldwide Dip After Full-Year Results

By brand, Merrell and the company’s namesake Wolverine label led the way in Q4 in terms of growth. At Merrell, net sales in the period were $163.4 million, a 1.0 percent increase from $161.8 million the prior year. FootwearNews

February 19, 2025

Solo Brands CEO Chris Metz Steps Down After One Year

Solo Brands CEO Chris Metz is stepping down a year after taking the top leadership role, Solo Brands announced Tuesday afternoon. SHOPeatSURF

February 14, 2025

US Forest Service fires 3,400 workers, Park Service cuts 1,000

The U.S. Forest Service is firing around 3,400 recent hires while the National Park Service is terminating about 1,000 under President Donald Trump's push to cut federal spending, people familiar with the plans said on Friday. Reuters

February 13, 2025

Yeti Inc. Posts Strong Q4 Despite Wrestling with Product Recall Reserve Impact

Yeti Holdings, Inc. saw fourth quarter sales increase 5 percent to $546.5 million, compared to $519.8 million in the prior-year Q4 period. SGB Media

February 13, 2025

Lawsuit Accuses Gore-Tex Maker of “Greenwashing” and Harmful Chemical Use

A law firm has filed a class-action lawsuit against W.L. Gore & Associates — the manufacturers of Gore-Tex — for allegedly misleading consumers about its sustainability and environmental practices. Yahoo News

February 13, 2025

Another Paddlesport Merger: Jackson Kayak Acquires Eddyline Kayaks

Thermoformed touring kayak icon Eddlyline Kayaks has been acquired by Jackson Kayak (JK), best known for its rotomolded whitewater and fishing kayaks. Gear Junkie

February 13, 2025

Study Determines Skiing, Snowboarding 2nd Most Expensive Sports for Kids to Pursue

Skiing and snowboarding are the second most expensive sport(s) for kids to participate in, according to a survey from the Aspen Institute. The Inertia