August 1, 2022

Boating Market Report: Demand Continues to Move Inventory at A Record Pace

Strong consumer demand continues to move boat inventory faster than before the pandemic Global average boat value is 28.9% higher than 2019 Boats sold in the first half of the year total over $6 billion globally Average price of boats in the 26-foot range continues to rise, up 71.5% in...

July 29, 2022

Walmart to open mini general stores at Getaway campsites

Walmart will open tiny general stores at several camping outposts run by destination company Getaway offering essentials ranging from hiking apparel to cast iron skillets. The first general store will open in August at Getaway Hill Country in Wimberley, Texas, located near Austin and San Antonio. Additional stores will open...

July 29, 2022

Newell Brands’ Outdoor & Recreation Segment Sees 2.5 Percent Q2 Core Sales Growth

Newell Brands reported sales in its Outdoor & Recreation segment reached $427 million compared with $453 million in the prior year period, down 5.7 percent. Reported operating income at the Outdoor & Recreation segment was $46 million, or 10.8 percent of sales, compared with $48 million, or 10.6 percent of...

July 28, 2022

Hydro Flask Announces Sustainability Improvements and GHG Emissions Goals

Bend, OR (July 27, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ -Hydro Flask, an award-winning leader in high-performance, insulated stainless steel flasks and soft good innovations and a Helen of Troy (NASDAQ: HELE) brand, is proud to announce progress on its sustainability journey. Starting in Spring 2022, Hydro Flask began rolling out Forest Stewardship...

July 28, 2022

New Global Handmade Bike Show MADE to Debut in Fall 2023

PORTLAND, Ore. /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - Introducing MADE - www.made.bike - an industry and consumer bike event with a mission to bring framebuilders, media and makers together to elevate and inspire. The show will be located in Portland, Ore., with the debut in September 2023. MADE is supported by industry sponsors...

July 28, 2022

Icebreaker Releases Fifth Installment of Annual Transparency Report

DENVER (July 28, 2022) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ - icebreaker, the original merino apparel pioneers, has released the fifth installment of its annual Transparency Report, with a major focus on its switch to regeneratively grown wool. Through icebreaker’s partnership with The New Zealand Merino Company and its ZQRX program, the brand aims...

July 27, 2022

Vista Outdoor Enters into Definitive Agreement to Acquire Simms Fishing Products

ANOKA, Minn., July 27, 2022 — Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE: VSTO), the parent company of 39 renowned brands that design, manufacture and market sporting and outdoor products to consumers around the globe, today announced the acquisition of Simms Fishing Products for a purchase price of $192.5 million. The gross purchase price includes a net present...

July 27, 2022

Columbia Sportswear Company Reports Second Quarter and First Half 2022 Financial Results

Columbia Sportswear Company announced second quarter 2022 financial results for the period ended June 30, 2022.Net sales increased 2% to a record $578.1 million, compared to second quarter 2021. Operating income decreased 75% to $8.8 million, or 1.5% of net sales, compared to second quarter 2021 operating income of $35.0...

July 27, 2022

Vista Outdoor’s Q1 Tops Guidance On Sporting Products Momentum

Vista Outdoor reported earnings on an adjusted basis rose 33% in the first quarter ended June 26 on a 21% revenue gain. Strong double-digit growth in the Sporting Products segment offset a 2% decline in Outdoor Products, primarily driven by Outdoor Accessories. Sales increased 21% to $803 million, gross profit...

July 27, 2022

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Winter 2022-23 Day Tickets on Sale Aug. 1, 2022

TETON VILLAGE, WYO. — July 27, 2022 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ — Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR) will launch its winter 2022-23 early bird ticket sale on Aug. 1, 2022, at 9 a.m. MDT. For the first time, guests can save up to 15% on day tickets when purchased before Oct. 1, 2022. To...