Garmin’s reported sales by its Fitness segment soared 79 percent in the second quarter ended June 28 as consumers snapped up its Vivofit fitness trackers, lower priced Forerunner smartwatches and a new cycling computer. The company lowered its full
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Active Brands Outpace Iconix’s Q2 Revenue Gains
Led by Umbro, Starter, and Danskin, Iconix Brand Group said its active brands are a “fast growing part of our company” and are expected to represent over 20 percent of its business this year. Said Seth Horowitz, Iconix’s COO, on a confe
Americas a Bright Spot for Puma Q2
Puma said sales of World Cup soccer boots and national team shirts as well as new Arsenal jerseys beat its internal targets. Other positive developments included a mid-single digit gain in the Americas region and a double-digit gain in apparel globally. O
NCAA Reaches Settlement Agreement in Concussion Lawsuit
The NCAA has reached a settlement with former athletes that will establish a new protocol for the management of concussions and also provide $75 million for medical monitoring and research…
West Marine Unleashes Social Media Contest
West Marine announces its “Dog Days of Summer” social media contest…
Hi Mountain Seasonings Launches New Website
Hi Mountain Seasonings, manufacturer of kits for homemade jerky and sausage, has announced the launch of its newly designed website that will provide customers with a more engaging and informative experience…
Jim Baugh Selected to Tennis Industry Hall of Fame
PHIT America announced its Founder and CEO Jim Baugh will become the ninth inductee into the Tennis Industry Hall of Fame. He was formerly president of Wilson Sporting Goods…
Crocs Appoints VP of Retail for North America
Crocs, Inc. appointed Claire Fahie-Conley, former vice president of U.S. retail for Reebok, as its vice president of retail for North America…
Saucony Promotes Todd Dalhausser to SVP of North American Sales
Saucony announced the promotion of industry veteran Todd Dalhausser to the position of senior vice president of North American sales…
Big 5 Comps Decline in Second Quarter
Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation reported declining demand for guns and ammo dragged its comp stores sales down 4.9 percent in the fiscal second quarter ended June 29. Earnings slumped 59.0 percent to $2.5 million, or 11 cents a share…
Dr. Martens to Sponsor Drowners Tour
Dr. Martens AirWair USA announced its first U.S. #STANDFORSOMETHING tour headlined by NYC indie rock band Drowners…
Aerosoles Hires Advertising Agency
New York advertising agency DeVito/Verdi has been awarded the advertising duties for Aerosoles…
Moody’s Upgrades Wolverine World Wide’s Debt Ratings
Moody's Investors Service upgraded Wolverine World Wide, Inc.'s corporate family rating to Ba2 from Ba3…
Mountain Shades Changes Name to Optic Nerve Eyewear
Mountain Shades, Inc., the eyewear maker behind Optic Nerve sunglasses and goggles, is rebranding the company as Optic Nerve Eyewear and will launch a new sub-brand of lower priced sunglasses at Outdoor Retailer next week…
Fishpond Adds Beane to Sales Team
Fishpond, Inc., creators of high quality fly-fishing and outdoor travel gear and accessories, has added Crosby Beane to its sales team…
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