RYU Apparel Inc. appointed Stefanie Crosby, CEO of Triumspear International, to its board of directors.
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RECALL: Bowflex SelectTech 2080 Barbells With Curl Bar
About 3,700 Bowflex SelectTech 2080 Barbells with Curl Bar are being recalled.

PVH Appoints CEO Of PVH Americas
PVH Corp. announced that Trish Donnelly, former chief executive officer of Urban Outfitters Group, will join the company as chief executive officer of PVH Americas, a new position. As CEO of PVH Americas, Donnelly will have responsibility for the Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger and Heritage Brands businesses in the Americas and for the global Calvin Klein brand.

HanesBrands Named Primary Licensee For Ohio State University Fan Apparel
HanesBrands announced an agreement with Ohio State University to serve as one of the University’s primary licensees for select fan apparel products. Ohio State’s official side-line licensee remains Nike.

Dick’s SG To Open Five Stores In February
Dick’s SG announced plans to open one Dick’s Sporting Goods store and four Warehouse Sale stores in February.

Shimano’s Earnings Climb In 2020
Shimano reported net income increased 22.5 percent in 2020 as sales grew 4.1 percent. The Japanese-based sporting goods company said the year benefited from “interest in bicycles and fishing that can avoid closed, crowded and close-contact environment boosted demand.”

Report: TaylorMade Golf Up For Sale
KPS Capital Partners has hired Morgan Stanley to explore a sale of TaylorMade, according to a New York Times report. A deal could value the company at more than $2 billion.

Under Armour Posts Surprise Profit For Holiday Quarter
Under Armour Inc. reported sales were down 3 percent in the fourth quarter but both sales and earnings easily topped Wall Street targets. The company forecasted sales for the current year to climb in the high-single-digit percentage rate, reflecting a high-single-digit growth rate in North America and a high-teens growth rate in its international business.

Babolat Partners With HumanFab To Study The ‘Racquet Sports Player’
Two French companies, Babolat, the maker of racquet sports equipment, and HumanFab, a sports science firm, announced a joint collaboration to create and develop a laboratory focused on the study of “the human racquet sports player.”
Finisterre BioSmock, Climate Positive Garment, Wins Gold ISPO Outstanding Award
Eco-conscious outdoor company collaborated with biodegradable performance insulation brand to create climate-positive garment

VF Corp Sets 2025 Sustainable Packaging Goals
VF Corp announced its goal to eliminate all single-use plastic packaging, including polybags, by 2025. All remaining non-plastic packaging used by VF and its brands will be reduced, originate from sustainable sources, and be designed for reuse or recyclability.

RYU Apparel Relists On OTCQB
RYU Apparel Inc. announced it has been relisted on the OTCQB Venture Market.

Urban Outfitters’ Q4 Comps Drop 7 Percent
Urban Outfitters Inc. reported total company net sales for the three months ended January 31 decreased 6.9 percent over the same period last year to $1.09 billion. Comparable Retail segment net sales decreased 7 percent.

Matador Keychain Mask Keeps Users Prepared And Protected
Matador Travel Equipment released its Keychain Mask, a lightweight face mask that fits into a silicone keychain case for users to have a protective mask when one is needed. “We’ve all experienced the ‘oh no’ moment when we’ve forgotten a mask and needed one,” said Chris Clearman, founder and CEO, Matador. “The Keychain Mask ensures […]
Klean Kanteen Expands Reusable Lineup To Include Food Solutions
Klean Kanteen has launched Food Box storage solutions and improved Food Canisters. The Food Boxes are reusable, conveniently sized and designed for meals on the go. Made from BPA-free, 18/8 stainless steel with food-grade silicone, the Food Boxes are are Snack, Lunch and Meal sized with leakproof silicone lids that seal tight when pressed, with […]