Kmart Launches Jillian Michaels Collection
Kmart plans this fall to launch Impact by Jillian Michaels, a performance activewear collection for women…
Head NV’s Diving Sales Resurface in Second Quarter
Head NV reported sales were up 2.5 percent in the first quarter ended June 30, driven primarily by a rebound in its Diving business. The Dutch company reported Diving sales increased 8.1 percent, Sportswear 4.5 percent, Winter Sports 1.7 percent and Racqu
Report: Perry Ellis Exploring Sale
Perry Ellis, which operates Nike Swim and owns numerous golf brands, may be sold by the Feldenkreis family, according to The Deal…
OIA Advocates Full Support of Land and Water Conservation Fund
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) announces that more than 85 companies have signed on to a letter urging Members of Congress to support full, dedicated funding and reauthorization of the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)…
Fox Factory Reports 7.4 Percent Increase in MTB Products Sales
Fox Factory Holding Corp. reported sales increased 22.8 percent to $86.4 million in the second quarter ended June 30, exceeding its high-end guidance. Sales for powered vehicle and mountain bike products increased 52.6 and 7.4 percent respectively, enabli
Spy Inc. Reports Significant Q2 Revenue Decline
Spy Inc. reported sales dropped 18 percent, or $1.8 million in the second quarter ended June 30 compared with the second quarter of 2013 due to…
Zumiez July Comps Grow 3.5 Percent
Zumiez Inc. announced that total net sales for the four-week period ended Aug. 2, 2014 increased 11.9 percent to $62.8 million, compared to…
Lids Acquires Nashville Sporting Goods
Lids Sports Group announced the acquisition of wholesale team sports company Nashville Sporting Goods and its production affiliate National Team Embellishment, both headquartered in Nashville, TN…
Black Diamond and Access Fund Launch ROCK Project
Black Diamond Equipment announced the launch of ROCK Project, a new program in partnership with the Access Fund, the national advocacy organization that keeps U.S. climbing areas open and conserves the climbing environment…
Lenzing Says Jumbo Tencel Plant Up and Running
The Lenzing Group has successfully initiated production at its new Tencel jumbo production facility, the largest in the world, at a site in its native Austria. The plant is in the midst of ramping up production of the wood-based fiber, which has gained po
Under Armour Names Former ESPN President to Board
Under Armour, Inc. announced that George W. Bodenheimer, former president of ESPN, Inc., a multimedia, multinational sports entertainment company, has joined the Company's board of directors…
Stio Closes $5.9 Million Round of Funding
Stio, the Jackson, WY-based mountain apparel brand, has closed a $5.9 million round of funding to support its growth trajectory and future plans for expansion. Sandbridge Capital, LLC led the funding round, while original Stio investor KarpReilly Investm
Belk Names Zant as New Merchandising Chief
Belk, Inc. has appointed David Zant as president and chief merchandising officer effective Aug. 11. Zant follows Kathryn Bufano, who resigned this week to accept the role of CEO at The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc…
Balega Raises Funds for Black Rhino Wildlife Trus
Balega, the performance sock brand in the run and outdoor specialty markets, announced its support of the Black Rhino Wildlife Trust with the launch of their anti-poaching rhino fundraising campaign to take place during Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2014
Body Glove Hires Sales Manager for Surf, Wake, and Dive
Body Glove Wetsuits hired Joe McNulty as sales manager for the surf, wake, and dive categories. McNulty spent 8 years with Oakley…
