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Snow Sports Merchandising (SMC) is a premier buying group for specialty ski and snowboard shops, offering powerful industry knowledge and innovative programs to enhance margins and provide marketing tools. With access to America's top snowsports shops, SMC empowers its members with buying power and industry expertise. As a leader in the wintersports industry, SMC celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2020, proudly serving the specialty retail community. Through their annual trade show, Winter Sports Market (WSM), SMC provides a platform for select suppliers to showcase their products and buying group programs.Generated from the website

Columbia Manufacturing is a privately owned company located in Westfield, Mass. Its furniture products include chairs, carts, desks, combos, tablets, stools, activity and designer tables, computer furniture and teacher desk. It offers various models of bicycles, including 5018 Summit, 5022 Impulse, 5032 Comfort Series, 5040 Classic Cruiser and 5060 Thrust. Its factory is equipped with the advanced technology, including a zero discharge nickel and chrome plating facility. It utilizes computer-assisted designs for developing and improving furniture products. Its spec fleck advantage provides its customers with a variety of color choices and paint finish. Its partnership with a local company converts all waste wood and paper products into fuel cell cubes that replaces coal in power generator plants.

Highlander Bicycle, formerly a well-established bike shop in Bennington, Vermont, recently closed its doors after over 20 years of operation. The decision to shift focus towards repairs, fittings, custom bikes, and special orders was influenced by the challenges brought on by the pandemic and a desire to explore new opportunities. Following the closure, a new non-profit bike shop called the Bike Hub has emerged in the Bennington area, aiming to strengthen the local cycling community and culture. The transition reflects a commitment to fostering a vibrant cycling scene and providing specialized sales and services for performance, custom, and unique bicycles.Generated from the website