hardgoods

Definition

Durable, non-apparel equipment used for a sport, such as skis, bindings, boots, and helmets, as opposed to clothing or soft accessories.

Etymology

A compound of 'hard' (referring to the durable, rigid nature of the items) and 'goods' (commodities or merchandise), originating in retail and manufacturing terminology to categorize equipment versus apparel.

In the news

In the article, the term distinguishes specialized ski equipment like skis and boots from 'softgoods' like clothing and footwear, highlighting that Salomon has expanded its focus beyond these traditional hardware products.

Amer Sports’ Outdoor Business Soars 37% Led by Salomon and Atomic

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