SNOW SPORTS SALES DIP SLIGHTLY TO $943,389,000.
The annual survey of wholesale orders by SnowsportsIndustries America from Apr., 1996 to Mar., 1997 showed afour per cent drop from the prior year, largely because carryoverinventories going into the season were heavy in certain areasof the country. Among the highlights:
- Alpine sales fell 2 per cent to $299 millionfrom $305 million. Skis rose 7 per cent to $139 million from $130million; boots fell 13 per cent to $96 million from $110 million;bindings fell 2 per ... Log in to view full article.