Redfield has hired Steve Krajczynski as its new brand manager…
Year: 2014
Remington Arms Announces Voluntary Product Recall
Remington Arms Company, LLC (“Remington”) today announced a voluntary recall of Model 700™ and Model Seven™ rifles with X-Mark Pro® (“XMP®”) triggers, manufactured from May 1, 2006 to April 9, 2014…
NICA Selects Alabama and Virginia for High School MTB League Expansion
The National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA) will expand its high school mountain biking league to Alabama and Virginia in 2014, bringing the number of new leagues added this year to three, and the NICA league network to 13…
European Cargo Bike Advocates See Big Growth
Cargo bikes are emerging as the next hot market for bicycling vendors, at least in Europe, according to comments made at Saturday's European Cycle Logistics Conference in Nijmegen, Netherlands…
NRF to Create Site for Retailers to Monitor Cyber Security Threats
The National Retail Federation is moving forward with the creation of a program that will provide retailers access to information on cybersecurity threats identified by retailers, government and law enforcement agencies and partners in the financial servi
Stanley Names Former REI Brand Manager to VP Position
Kelly Kraus, former director of private brand management at REI, has been hired as vice president for Stanley, the 100-year-old beverage container brand. She will be responsible for overseeing key functions including…
Wearable Tech Conference and Expo Expands to Larger Location
TMC is relocating the Wearable Tech Conference & Expo III to the Javits Convention Center in New York City to accomodate attendee and vendor growth. Fitness and Sports Technology (FAST) Conference II, held on July 22, 2014, will also be moving to the Javi
Electric Appoints Digital Marketing Manager
Electric, the accessory brand, announced that Kevin Voegtlin has joined the company as global digital marketing manager…
Ex-NFL Linebacker Sues Nike over Lights Out Apparel Line
Former NFL linebacker Shawne Merriman is suing Nike for trademark infringement and unfair competition over its Lights Out apparel line, according to a lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court in San Diego. According to a press release, the former San Diego Ch
March Retail Sales Expand
Warmer spring weather spurred continued consumer spending and activity this March. According to the National Retail Federation, March retail sales, which exclude automobiles, gas stations and restaurants, increased 0.8 percent adjusted month-to-month and
Adidas Extends Deal with Damian Lillard
Adidas has extended its endorsement deal with star Portland Trail Blazers guard, Damian Lillard…
Dick’s SG Plans Grand Openings
Dick's Sporting Goods announced grand opening celebrations for stores in Tampa, FL; Lawton, OK; and Alabaster, AL…
Hillsound Welcomes Mountain Trail Runner to Ambassador Team
Hillsound, a producer of winter traction equipment and gaiters welcomed John Tribbia to its roster of athletes. Tribbia is a prominent Utah-based mountain trail runner…
Power Balance Signs Yoga Ambassador
Power Balance, the maker of sports accessories, announced the signing of international yoga athlete Kathryn Budig…
Team Express Acquires Brett Brothers Baseball
Team Express has acquired Brett Brothers Baseball, the Spokane Valley, WA-based baseball bat manufacturer. Team Express has secured the worldwide rights to the Brett brand and will expand the line with new products and increased distribution…
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