What is happening with MEC?
What is happening with MEC?
MEC had lost roughly $80-million between 2017 to 2020 (excluding gains from real estate transactions), and the pandemic only made things worse. In the first seven months of its most recent fiscal year (which began in late February, 2020), MEC lost another $20.9-million.
What does MEC store stand for?
Mountain Equipment Co.
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Is MEC gone?
After filing for creditor protection, MEC announced in September it was ending its 49-year run as a co-op by selling to a US private equity firm — after its already struggling finances were worsened by the pandemic. The sale will turn Canada’s largest co-op into a private company.
Is MEC still Canadian?
MEC (as a co-operative) was Canada’s largest supplier of outdoor equipment….Mountain Equipment Co-op.
| Type | Cooperative |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1971 in Vancouver, British Columbia |
| Fate | No longer operating; brand name and assets were acquired by MEC Canada |
Is MEC in the US?
Do you have any MEC stores in the USA? We do not currently have any MEC locations outside of Canada, but members are welcome to use mec.ca from virtually anywhere in the world.
Where is Mountain Equipment from?
Mountain Equipment is a wholly owned subsidiary of Outdoor Sports & Company Ltd, based in Hyde, Cheshire, in England.
Who now owns MEC?
Kingswood Capital Management, LP
MEC, which has about 5 million co-op members, will become a privately-owned company. VANCOUVER, British Columbia (BRAIN) — Mountain Equipment Co-op, Canada’s outdoor gear co-op, has agreed to be acquired by Kingswood Capital Management, LP, a Los Angeles-based investment group.
Does REI own MEC?
MEC was originally the brainchild of six Vancouver mountaineers who started in the 1970s making small, cross-border runs to outdoor equipment retailer REI, whose co-operative structure MEC shares.
Who bought Mountain Equipment?
Kingswood Capital Management
Mountain Equipment Co-op, with more than 5 million members, announced late on Monday that it will be acquired by the Los Angeles-based private investment firm Kingswood Capital Management.
Where can I buy MEC products online?
Many of you will find everything you need online here at mecoutdoors.com. MEC’s online store has everything from our world famous Shotshell Reloaders to our Clay Target Machines and all of the parts and accessories you need. Plus, you have access to owner’s manuals and trouble shooting guides 24/7.
What are the hours of operation for MEC?
Our store is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Central Time. Give us a call at 1-800-797-4632 and let us know you’ll be dropping by. We look forward to seeing you! Why MEC?
What’s included in the MEC gift shop?
Exclusive gear from MEC hats, T-shirts, sporting clays bags and much more! Check out the latest MEC Gear to take with you wherever you go. Having difficulties with your MEC reloading equipment or MEC Clay Target Machine?
Why choose MEC reloading equipment?
MEC shotgun reloading equipment has earned the trust and loyalty of generations of customers from children to seniors and the casual hobbyist to the competitive shooter. Our machines are made in the USA – right here in America’s heartland.