Daily News Feed 10/01/2025 Peloton Moves Into Commercial Hardware, AI Coaching
Peloton’s next step in its turnaround efforts includes a slate of new commercial equipment, a revamped cross-training hardware suite, and the AI-powered IQ program for its members, which covers a range of health metrics. Colt CZ Group Makes Board Changes
The Czech firearms maker announced that Jan Drahota will step down from the board and will now chair the supervisory board, succeeding David Aguilar, who becomes vice chairman. Obermeyer Builds Out C-Suite with New Hires, Promotions
The Aspen-based ski and outerwear brand has made several new additions to senior management and promoted others, all reporting to CEO Kris Kuster, the former Mammut GM who was hired for the top job in June. Pure Hockey Buys Bar Down Hockey
The hockey specialist is acquiring Overland Park-based Bar Down Hockey Shop, its first entry into the Kansas market, for undisclosed terms. Modell’s Buyers Accused of Ponzi Scheme
The Securities and Exchange Commission accused Alex Mehr and Tai Lopez, the buyers of Modell’s Sporting Goods and several other bankrupt retailers, of running a $112 million Ponzi scheme.
09/30/2025 Nike Warns of Higher, $1.5 Billion Tariff Hit
The Eager Beavertons’ fiscal 2026 got off to a solid start, with substantial sequential improvement, but just 1% reported revenue growth from a year ago to $11,720 million from $11,589 million, and a 1% decline constant currency. Vail Resorts Retail/Rental Sales Fell 5% Last Year
Retail/rental revenue inched down 1% to $24,087,000 from $24,304,000 in the seasonally small fiscal fourth quarter ended Jul. 31, as North American and European summer operations were in line with guidance, while Australia benefited from improved weather. Genesco Creates Journeys Global Retail Group
Genesco is consolidating Journeys, Schuh, and Little Burgundy under one umbrella, aiming to boost brand awareness with a sharp focus on female consumers. Sympatex Appoints Kim Scholze as CEO
Sympatex Technologies’ chief sales and marketing officer Kim Scholze will succeed Dr. Rüdiger Fox, who has led the company since 2016 and played a key role in its sustainability transformation.
ONON's chief operating officer, Sam Wenger, will step down at the end of the year after eight years in the post, and will be succeeded by current chief innovation officer, Scott Maguire, in a newly expanded role. Etcetera: Elan, Amazfit, Staccato, Unspun
09/29/2025 REI Sets Strategic Plan, Adds Industry All-Stars to Board
CEO Mary Beth Laughton, who took the reins at the outdoor co-op in Feb., has revealed a new strategic plan, dubbed “Peak 28: Ascending Together,” in an open letter to employees. Big 5 SG Gets the Votes at Delayed Shareholders Meeting
The second time was the charm for Big 5’s acquisition by Worldwide Golf Group and its PE backer Capitol Hill Group, as BGFV shareholders gave the thumbs up with 85% of votes cast in favor of the deal during a special meeting held Sep. 26. Escalade Sports Acquires Gold Tip
ESCA inked an agreement to acquire the archery brand from Revelyst, adding Gold Tip and Bee Stinger to its archery lines, which include Bear Archery, Trophy Ridge, and Cajun Bowfishing. Spirit Jersey Launches Golf Division
The lifestyle apparel brand known for oversized silhouettes hired Pete Kinney as national sales manager of its newly formed Golf Division, set to debut at the 2026 PGA Show. Gunbroker Wins Infringement Claim
Gunbroker parent Outdoors Online was granted a motion for a summary judgment in GA district court in a case brought on by Microtech Knives, which accused the online marketplace of contributory infringement.
East Mountain Outfitters (dba VelociRax) filed suit in UT district court, accusing Rise Outside (dba RevlRax) of infringing on two patents related to its multiple vertical bike hitch racks. Etcetera: Inov8, Rally House, New Era, Outerknown, On Running
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