PUMA Forms PUMA Golf North America
PUMA announced a new partnership to grow the North American golf business with the formation of PUMA Golf North America, as the official distributor and licensee of PUMA Golf in the United States and Canada…
Golfsmith Unveils 40,000 Sq. Ft. Store
Golfsmith International Holdings, Inc. announced the official unveiling of its new 40,000-square foot playground for golfers and tennis players in Los Angeles and Orange County…
Smith and Wesson Reports Q3 Results Boosted by USR Acquisition, Strong Gun Sales
Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation said net sales of $108.8 million for the second fiscal quarter ended October 31, 2009 were $35.6 million, or 48.6%, higher than net sales of $73.2 million for the comparable quarter last year…
Gore Kicks Off Online Community with Photo Contest
W.L. Gore & Associates (Gore) launched a new online community for the GORE-TEX brand at MyExperienceMore.com with a photo contest. Finalists, who will be determined by their peers, will be eligible for a grand prize of up to $10,000 towards planning his/h
Duty Relief on Some Outdoor Footwear Could Expire
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) has confirmed that the Senate will not pass its miscellaneous tariff bill (MTB) before adjourning for the holiday recess. However, the trade organization is confident Congress will extend duty relief that reduces tariffs
Arrests in Scam Involving Pro V1 Golf Balls
The Lincolnshire Police Department has confirmed that Lloyd Morris, of Deerfield, Illinois, and Marco Maggiore, of Buffalo Grove, Illinois, were arrested on November 23, 2009 and charged with money laundering, computer fraud, mail fraud and theft tied to
Spyder Partners with Ardica on Limited Edition Jackets
Spyder Active Sports has produced 24 limited edition jackets with Ardica Moshi portable heat and electronic charging power. Spyder produced a finite number of jackets as an avenue to test the innovation in a ski-based application…
Lucy Upgrades Website
Lucy activewear announced the launch of its new website design this month. The new site includes product ratings, social media sharing, and a comprehensive “living lucy” community section…
Under Armour Wins Boston College Contract
Under Armour topped Canton, MA-based Reebok and won a six-year deal to become the exclusive official outfitter for Boston College's football and basketball squads, and 29 other varsity teams. The deal starts in July 2010. UA will replace long-time B
Timberland Extends LED Lighting Across Stores
The Timberland Company said that LED lighting will be replacing less efficient incandescent spotlights in 70% of its North American stores by the end of 2009…
Hanesbrands to Sell Notes
Hanesbrands Inc., the parent of Champion, plans to commence a public offering of $500 million of senior notes pursuant to a shelf registration statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. It also intends to amend and restate its existing s
Woolrich Names Men’s Merchandising Exec
Woolrich has named former TSA exec Keith Reichelderfer director of men’s merchandising. He will be responsible for directing all merchandising efforts including product development, strategic planning and implementation for all men’s products.
Wacoal Names Midwest and Southeast Reps
Wacoal Sports Science Corp., makers of CW-X Conditioning Wear, has appointed three new sales rep groups to service the midwest and southeast regions…
Emotion Kayaks Appoints David D’Auteuil as VP Sales
Emotion Kayaks has hired paddlesports industry veteran, David D’Auteuil as vice president of sales. D’Auteuil joins Emotion Kayaks from The Coleman Company where he was field sales manager-East for Coleman along with its then newly acquired St
GSIC’s Peak Cyber Monday Traffic Spikes 60%
GSI Commerce Inc. said consumers across the more than 100 websites it manages placed 789 orders during the peak minute on Cyber Monday – 60% more than 2008. Customizable pro sports merchandize was among the bit hits this year, which saw many retailers lau
