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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Pro sinks long eagle putt to card 59, the second sub-60 round on PGA Tour Americas this week
Prior to Saturday, there had only ever been one 59 carded on the PGA Tour Americas. Now, on Sunday afternoon, there have been three. Brett White rolled in a 63-foot bomb for eagle on the par-5 18th at the aptly named Eagle Creek Golf Club in Ottawa, Ontario, during the final round of the Commissionaires Ottawa Open. The putt capped off a 8-under 28 on the back nine, culminating in the third 59 ever posted on the PGA Tour Americas. It might have been the third ever, but it was the second of the week. On Saturday, Philip Barbaree — who made headlines when he made the cut at the U.S. Open in an emotional moment with his wife, Chloe, on the bag — also fired a 59 at Eagle Creek. He did it in strikingly similar fashion to White, making eagle on the last to finish with a 28 on the inward nine. This article originally appeared on Golfweek: Pro sinks long eagle putt for second 59 on PGA Tour Americas this week
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Philip Barbaree fires first sub-60 score in PGA Tour Americas history
Philip Barbaree Jr.'s summer just got even better. About a month removed from qualifying for the U.S. Open and eventually finishing 66th at Oakmont, Barbaree fired the first sub-60 score in PGA Tour Americas history, a 13-under 59 Saturday at the Commissionaires Ottawa Open at Eagle Creek Golf Club in Ottawa. There were three sub-60 rounds prior to the merger of PGA Tour Canada and PGA Tour Latinoamerica – 58, Jason Bohn, 2001, Canadian Tour; 59, Greyson Sigg, 2019, PGA Tour Canada; 59, Drew Nesbitt, 2018, PGA Tour Latinoamerica. Barbaree's round included 11 birdies and an eagle, which came on his final hole, the par-5 18th, where he stuffed his second shot from the rough to a few feet and rolled in the putt. Barbaree closed birdie-birdie-eagle, and he'll enter Sunday at 20 under, which was good enough for the clubhouse lead. Barbaree entered the week 35th in the Fortinet Cup. There are seven tournaments remaining in the season, and the top 10 players in points at season's end will earn Korn Ferry Tour cards.
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
How a luggage manufacturer in Colorado has survived Trump's trade war. So far.
Early on Tuesday, seven executives at the manufacturer Eagle Creek held another emergency meeting about the latest developments in President Donald Trump 's unpredictable trade war. A day earlier, Trump had revealed a flurry of new tariffs against trading partners, including Indonesia, where the bulk of Eagle Creek's luggage, packing cubes and duffel bags are made. The levies, set to go into effect Aug. 1, meant that imports from Indonesia would be subject to a tariff of 32%, an extra cost that would pose a significant challenge for the rugged, 50-year-old company. Eagle Creek's leadership team discussed a range of topics at the meeting, among them its pricing strategy, given the new rates, for the upcoming fall and spring seasons. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo But there was an even more pressing matter at hand. Three shipping containers with about $240,000 worth of the manufacturer's goods were set to arrive at the Port of Los Angeles on July 30, just before the new tariffs are expected to kick in. A delay of even a few days could result in additional fees of at least $52,000 -- and up to $75,000 if Trump followed through on imposing an additional tariff of 10% on countries aligned with the policies of BRICS nations, a group that includes Indonesia. Although it wasn't clear whether the on-again, off-again tariffs that Trump had just unveiled would hold, or whether he was bluffing, executives at Eagle Creek realized the company needed to have enough cash on hand to pay the tariff bill. Live Events "All this scenario planning is like a hidden tax on business," said Travis Campbell, owner and CEO of Eagle Creek, which is based in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Eagle Creek's experience provides a real-time window into how Trump's approach is creating a maze of unknowns for businesses, effectively rendering many of them paralyzed as they await further clarity on what the president will ultimately do with regard to tariffs. Even if Trump's new tariffs never switch on, their chaotic rollout has forced businesses across the country to rethink their supply chains, which in some instances are complex and difficult to untangle. Many companies have curtailed hiring plans, delayed projects and generally hunkered down in a way that could have significant implications for the broader economy. "All forward-looking decisions just get turned down -- and maybe turned down to zero -- when uncertainty gets really high," said Chad Syverson, an economics professor at the University of Chicago. "When you turn all that down," he added, "all the benefits that come with those investments get halted as well." In a series of interviews and chats over text message in recent weeks, Campbell described how his company had been stuck in a state of limbo since Trump first introduced his expansive tariffs that would impose double-digit levies on dozens of countries. The White House has said a goal of the policy is to compel American companies to make their goods in the United States. That has not been the reality for Eagle Creek. Unable to plan for the future without having a firmer view of its expenses, the company paused hiring and salary increases, and it cut back its spending on marketing. Investments in research and development, including for a new product line that the company had hoped to introduce next spring, have been frozen. "It really impacts every single choice we can make as a business," said Campbell, a former Smartwool and North Face executive who acquired Eagle Creek in 2021 from VF Corp. Because of the categories of materials it imports, Eagle Creek -- which also makes about 5% of its products in Vietnam -- already pays tariffs of between 17.6% and 20%. But when Trump revealed his initial rates in early April, which included a 32% tariff on goods from Indonesia and 46% on Vietnam, the incremental $800,000 cost to Eagle Creek on its existing orders was so staggering that the company "paused everything," Campbell said. "I don't think anybody in the business community expected the magnitude of the tariffs," he said. To buy time to decipher the tariff rules, Eagle Creek asked its manufacturing partner in Vietnam and Indonesia to stop working on orders that were in progress. It then raced to get completed items on cargo ships before the new rates kicked in. When days later Trump announced the 90-day pause that gave countries until July 9 to strike trade deals, Eagle Creek's goods were already en route and it was too complicated to reverse course. "You actually can't make a defined plan and stick to it because the rules change all the time," Campbell said. Although the company has been spared the steepest tariffs, it still has to pay a base-line 10% tariff that Trump has put in place on top of its existing duties. As Trump's July 9 deadline approached, Eagle Creek was running up against a deadline of its own. Eagle Creek typically sends out its price list around late spring and early summer to retailers to secure orders for the next spring. Without clear guidance on tariff rates, it raised its pricing with the assumption that it would face only the added 10% base-line rate, adding an asterisk that noted the prices were subject to change. Through it all, Campbell has been forced to consider some existential questions for Eagle Creek. Should it explore bypassing the United States and importing and selling more goods in Canada and Europe to potentially avoid paying such steep tariffs? Is it even possible to manufacture some of its goods domestically? Could the global trade war spook consumers so much that they stop buying travel gear, and if so, what then? Campbell has been outspoken about the negative effects of higher tariffs on small businesses like his, and sees himself as a kind of reluctant spokesperson for the outdoor industry. In late May, during a hearing in Denver by the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, Campbell told Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colo., that, with the new tariffs, "it feels as though our country is systematically working against businesses like ours." Before Trump reignited the trade war this week, Campbell had been optimistic that the tariffs the administration exacted against Indonesia would settle into rates that were not so punishing. He was encouraged by the news last week that Trump had announced a preliminary trade pact with Vietnam that imposed a lower tariff of 20% on imports from that country -- far below the April figure. Instead, Trump's renewed 32% tariff threat against Indonesia has introduced fresh confusion at Eagle Creek. Campbell was so distressed by the announcement Monday that he said he immediately jumped on his mountain bike and went for a ride to clear his head. "Much worse than I was hoping!" he said about the tariffs in a text shortly afterward. After a whirlwind day Tuesday, Campbell was a little calmer. He had heard from an outdoor industry lobbyist that despite Trump's decision to send Indonesia a letter setting tariffs at 32%, a deal could still be on the table. More fundamentally, he planned to adopt a wait-and-see approach as opposed to rushing to prepare for another eventuality that might not happen at all. "Maybe we're going to take a breath for the rest of the week, rather than killing ourselves with replanning," he texted late on Tuesday, "and see if we learn more in the next few days."
New York Times
11-07-2025
- Business
- New York Times
How a Luggage Manufacturer in Colorado Has Survived Trump's Trade War. So Far.
Early on Tuesday, seven executives at the manufacturer Eagle Creek held another emergency meeting about the latest developments in President Trump's unpredictable trade war. A day earlier, Mr. Trump had revealed a flurry of new tariffs against trading partners, including Indonesia, where the bulk of Eagle Creek's luggage, packing cubes and duffel bags are made. The levies, set to go into effect on Aug. 1, meant that imports from Indonesia would be subject to a tariff of 32 percent, an extra cost that would pose a significant challenge for the rugged, 50-year-old company. Eagle Creek's leadership team discussed a range of topics at the meeting, among them its pricing strategy, given the new rates, for the upcoming fall and spring seasons. But there was an even more pressing matter at hand. Three shipping containers with about $240,000 worth of the manufacturer's goods were set to arrive at the Port of Los Angeles on July 30, just before the new tariffs are expected to kick in. A delay of even a few days could result in additional fees of at least $52,000 — and up to $75,000 if Mr. Trump followed through on imposing an additional tariff of 10 percent on countries aligned with the policies of BRICS nations, a group that includes Indonesia. Although it wasn't clear whether the on-again, off-again tariffs that Mr. Trump had just unveiled would hold, or whether he was bluffing, executives at Eagle Creek realized the company needed to have enough cash on hand to pay the tariff bill. 'All this scenario planning is like a hidden tax on business,' said Travis Campbell, owner and chief executive of Eagle Creek, which is based in Steamboat Springs, Colo. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
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Travel + Leisure
08-07-2025
- Travel + Leisure
I'm a Pro Packer, and I Still Use These 12 Old-school Tricks to Fit Everything in a Carry-on
While there are certainly some exceptions to the rule—like longer trips or journeys where you'll be carrying larger-sized liquids—traveling with just a carry-on is typically the best way to go. When you're not lugging a checked suitcase around, you don't have to worry about arriving at the airport before the bag check-in cut-off. Plus, the chances of your luggage getting lost or left behind decrease, and maneuvering up and down stairs or along cobbled streets is significantly easier. Of course, packing lightly is easier said than done, especially if you're prone to packing as much as humanly possible. As a recovered overpacker myself—and someone who now writes a packing list newsletter—I've found that there are several tried-and-true tricks you can employ to ensure you never have to check a bag. Below, I rounded up 12 old-school packing tricks to use whenever you travel, and they're all on sale. Let's start with the basics. If you're adamant about not checking a bag, you'll need to own a high-quality carry-on suitcase. There are a number of solid styles and brands on the market, but this Samonsite model has received thousands of five-star reviews, with many shoppers noting its expandable features and durability. Packing cubes, in some form, have been used for decades. Eagle Creek is often credited as the first brand to launch or popularize modern packing cubes in the 1990s, and there's a reason they've continued to stick around. Packing cubes, and compression packing cubes in particular, are a great way to organize your belongings and cut down on bulk. I typically follow a 'no more than three pairs of shoes' rule when I travel, and that counts the shoes I'm wearing while in transit. The other shoes inside my bag, usually a pair of comfy sneakers or maybe a pair of boots, can't just take up space, though. They need to pull their weight. I like to stuff them with socks, underwear, rolled-up swimsuits, and non-precious pieces. This not only saves space, but it also protects the shape of the footwear while they're in the suitcase. This mainly applies during the winter or if you're traveling somewhere cold, but sweaters, puffy vests, and coats take up a significant amount of space in a suitcase. To lighten the load, wear your bulkiest pieces on the plane. Sure, you might have to take off a layer or two if it gets too hot, but it's a small price to pay for the convenience of traveling with just a carry-on. The lighter, more travel-friendly pieces, like this versatile matching set, work better packed in the suitcase. When you're going carry-on-only, every little bit counts. With that in mind, try to find multi-use products. Whenever I travel somewhere tropical, whether it's to Miami or Anguilla, my suitcase always feels a little lighter because I pack pieces I can wear in multiple ways—like this sarong that could also work as a skirt or top, if tied correctly. You can bring fewer items if they're designed to last a few wears. Case in point: denim. Denim is a relatively bulky, heavy fabric, but you can wear the same comfy, wide-leg jeans for several wears without them looking too dingy. The same concept applies to a denim button-down. Bonus: They're both super versatile and can be worn with a variety of other pieces. Packing a toiletry bag can be a daunting task. I used to despise the process, and I would get frustrated when trying to downsize my skincare and beauty routine, occasionally opting to check a bag so I could bring larger products with me. Since picking up a few reusable travel-sized containers, though, I'm no longer worried about how I'm going to transport my shampoo, conditioner, or body lotion; I simply refill them for each trip and tuck them in my Dopp kit. It's easier to only pack a couple of pairs of shoes if you find ones that are versatile, comfortable, and aligned with your personal style. For me, this means I usually pack only one pair of sneakers, and I choose ones that are they're functional enough that I can wear them to the gym or for a long walk, but they're also cute enough that I can wear them with non-athletic wear. You might be traveling for a month or longer, but that doesn't mean you have to pack four or five weeks' worth of clothes. Just toss a laundry bag in your suitcase. That way, you'll be able to easily transport your dirty clothes to a laundromat or other laundry facility at your destination. Once they're clean, you'll have a fresh new wardrobe to wear during your trip. Possibly my favorite old-school packing trick is to simply wear neutrals. My suitcase always includes a white T-shirt, an oversized white button-down, and a gray, navy, or cream sweater. This strategy allows me to mix and match the tops with different bottoms, and the pieces are subtle enough that I don't feel self-conscious about rewearing them. Therefore, I can pack fewer items without running out of things to wear. Since I prefer to pack quality neutral and lightly colored clothing over quantity, I'll always pack a Tide stain remover pen. While it's not a foolproof method for keeping my clothing fresh, it certainly helps in a pinch. On a recent trip, a rogue stain nearly forced me to abandon wearing one of my VIP pieces, but the stain remover I brought with me saved the day. Admittedly, I rarely use this trick. As a travel writer, my laptop is pretty much always with me, no matter where I go. Still, if you can swing it, leave your electronics behind and forgo your laptop for a book (or e-reader, like the Kobo Libra Colour). This will save some of the precious real estate in your personal item bag, allowing you to pack a few more items of clothing if necessary. Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we'll send you our favorite travel products each week.
