Top-line Growth and Comps
Net sales of $256.1M in Q1, up 2.8% year-over-year (from $249.1M). Same-store sales increased 2.1% versus prior year. Management reiterated full-year fiscal 2026 net sales guidance of -1% to +2%.
Hunting & Shooting Category Strength
Hunting and shooting department drove performance with strong results (CFO reported 6.3% same-store growth; CEO noted the department increased over 7% versus prior year). Growth led by firearms, ammunition and less-lethal personal protection, supported by spring range days and firearms solution bundling.
Fishing Momentum and Multi-Year Strength
Fishing sales increased ~6% in Q1 and are up ~17% on a two-year comp stack. Company made website improvements for the online fishing experience and entered a partnership with lifestyle brand Build and String to drive content and traffic.
E-commerce and Omnichannel Momentum
E-commerce-driven sales grew over 6% in the quarter, with improved units per transaction and average order value. E‑commerce drives store traffic (in-store pickup for firearms/ammunition), and management is investing to expand online solution-selling capabilities.
Expense and Adjusted Profitability Improvements
SG&A decreased to $93.9M (36.7% of net sales) from $95.3M (38.2% of net sales) a year ago, driven primarily by payroll efficiencies. Adjusted net loss improved to $15.1M ($0.39 per diluted share) from $15.6M ($0.41). Adjusted EBITDA improved by $0.9M to -$8.1M from -$9.0M year-over-year.
Inventory and Liquidity Progress
Total inventory at quarter end was $387.1M, down $25.1M or 6.1% year-over-year, reflecting improved inventory timing and SKU rationalization. Net debt was $148.4M with total liquidity of $116.7M; management remains focused on generating free cash flow to pay down debt.