Welcome to the NSSRA Newsletter. This publication is sent to all NSSRA members via email and be posted on the NSSRA website,
www.nssra.com.
We welcome your comments and ideas for articles in future issues. In addition, if there is an issue troubling you, this newsletter is the appropriate vehicle to bring that topic to the attention of your fellow retailers.
Teddy Schiavoni, Summit Ski & Snowboard
NSSRA Chairman of the Board
Larry Weindruch
NSSRA President
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You Are Invited to the
NSSRA Annual Member Meeting
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The meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. on the first day of the Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show, Wednesday, January 30, in Room 505 of the Colorado Convention Center (the same room as last year). Meet the NSSRA Board of Directors and bring your questions, concerns and issues. This is an ideal opportunity to find out what's new in your association and to meet with fellow specialty snow sports retailers. There will be refreshments afterward for a casual networking opportunity.
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And Be Sure To Visit
NSSRA's Booth at the Show
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We are fortunate to have been assigned an easy-to-find booth location at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. Our booth number is 32001-UL, which is the same location as last year. When you enter the hall, make a left, and we'll be along the wall on your left near the ski hardgoods companies. The complete floorplan is available to view by
clicking here
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SSI Data Provides Weekly Sales Updates; See Demo at our Booth
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NSSRA is pleased to continue our industry data partnership with SSI Data. In a rapidly changing retail environment, timely data is critical to effective business planning, and we encourage you to participate in this valuable program.
SSI Data
provides the most actionable business intelligence in the snow sports marketplace, partnering with retailers and organizations to provide sales trend information and analysis critical to business planning. SSI Data collects and aggregates POS data from 12 channels and 15 thousand retail doors, formulating weekly projections of the retail landscape. This data is anonymously reported through a user-friendly, 24/7 online platform.
SSI Data services are provided at no cost to participating NSSRA member retailers. Reporting is simple and can be automated with many leading POS systems.
Join us a Booth 32001 at the Outdoor Retailer Snow Show to learn more about the value of data in your seasonal business planning. SSI Data staff and analysts will be joining us in-booth for system demos, seasonal reviews, and Q&A.
For more information or to schedule a demo, contact Shawn Pritchett at [email protected], or 303-997-7302.
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Renew Your Membership Online
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The NSSRA website can process your secure membership renewal online through Authorize.net. Check out the website at
www.nssra.com. Your 2019 membership renewal notice will be mailed this month. You can renew online or by completing the renewal notice and returning it in the enclosed business reply envelope.
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Nominate Worthy Candidates
For Industry Hall of Fame
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The Sporting Goods Industry Hall of Fame has honored pioneers and innovators in the sports, fitness and recreation industry for more than 60 years. Among those in the snow sports industry who have been inducted into the Hall of Fame are Christian Lund, The Northland Ski Mfg. Co.; Howard Head, Head Ski Co.; Jake Burton Carpenter, Burton Snowboards; and Norbert Olberz, Sport Chalet.
If you'd like to see more deserving snow sports leaders honored for their careers, go to
https://www.nsga.org/halloffame and complete the nomination form. Deadline for nominations is February 22.
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Major Takeaways from the 2019 FedEx and UPS Rate Increases
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FedEx and UPS rates are going up in 2019, and it's more important than ever that you know how to mitigate the impact to your business. Here are a few things you should know about the changes to come:
- FedEx and UPS small package rates are increasing an average of 4.9% - effective January 7, 2019 and December 26, 2018 respectively.
- Your actual costs will vary. Depending on the service you use and your package characteristics, you could see increases above or below the average.
- Many common surcharges are also increasing. On top of the base rates, you need to be aware of the charges that apply to your shipments and how they'll affect your total costs.
PartnerShip®, the benefit provider that manages the NSSRA Shipping Program, has analyzed the FedEx and UPS increases so you can accurately prepare for the new year. Download the free white paper to see a breakdown of where you'll find the highest increases and get a simplified explanation of the complicated changes you need to be aware of.
Click here
to download the free white paper, "Your Guide to the 2019 FedEx and UPS Rate Increases."
NSSRA Member
s receive exclusive discounts with FedEx that can help offset these increases. If you're not yet enrolled in the NSSRA Shipping Program, now's the time. Sign up today to start taking advantage of this free benefit.
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Future OR + Snow Show Dates
2019
Wednesday, Jan. 30 - Friday, Feb. 1
2020
Wednesday, Jan. 29 - Friday, Jan. 31
2021
Wednesday, Jan. 27 - Friday, Jan. 29
2022
Wednesday, Jan. 26 - Friday, Jan. 28
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Burton Snowboards,
the Town of Vail, and Vail Mountain announced a three-year contract extension that will keep the Burton US Open Snowboarding Championships in Vail through 2021. Vail has hosted the event since 2013, and this season marks the 37th annual event, which runs from Feb. 25-March 2. The Burton U.S. Open, which first took place in Vermont in 1982, is the longest-running snowboarding competition in the world. The snowboarding events take place at Vail's Golden Peak, with a festival village in the base area, a full lineup of free activities and experiences throughout the Vail area and free concerts in the evening in the Solaris area.
Christy Sports
has selected Jesta I.S. as its end-to-end foundational retail suite to support its expansion. The first phase of the implementation is complete with Jesta's Financials, Merchandising, POS, Mobile, Gift Card and Loyalty modules currently operational. Christy Sports also will implement Jesta's Warehouse Management and Analytics solutions, both of which will advance its goal of attaining real-time inventory management across the company's in-store and online banners. "With our continued growth and acquisitions, Christy Sports needed a partner to work with us from beginning to end to provide a complete omnichannel software solution and also ensure robust implementation and service," said Matt Gold, Christy Sports CEO.
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NSSRA Thanks These Supporting Members
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Fischer Skis US
Head, USA
Horizon Agency, Inc.
Hotronic
Marker-Dalbello-Volkl USA
National Ski Areas Association (NSAA)
Nils, Inc.
Nordica USA
Polarmax
The Rossignol Group
Ship Skis
Shopatron/Kibo
Snowsports Industries America (SIA)
SportsOneSource
Sports, Inc.
SporTube
Tecnica Group USA
Turtle Fur Group
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