Jordan Brand announced the signing of Washington Wizards Bradley Beal and Brooklyn Jersey Nets up-and-comer Caris Levert to endorsement deals. Beal told Jordan Brand in an interview that he was inspired to join the brand by Ray Allen. “He had all the different colorways and even rocked retros. As a fan of his game, I’d […]
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NPD Reports: Backcountry Sales Showing Strength
Backcountry-related equipment sales in the U.S. grew a combined 76 percent in the opening months of this year’s snow season (August through October 2020) compared to the same period last year, according to The NPD Group.
RECALL: Burley Kids Bike Seats
About 780 Dash X FM child bicycle seats from Burley are being recalled.
Adidas Assesses Strategic Alternatives For Reebok
Adidas AG said it has begun a review of whether to sell its underperforming Reebok brand. Adidas said Monday it will announce a decision on March 10 when it presents its new five-year growth plan.
Nevco Sports Appoints CEO
Nevco Sports LLC, a portfolio company of Dominus Capital, named Jeff Fiorini as president and chief executive officer. He was most recently SVP of global business units at Rawlings.
Christensen Arms Adds Industry Veterans To Sales And Marketing
Christensen Arms hired Stephen Graham as SVP of marketing and David Farrell as director of national sales and key accounts.
Oxford Industries To Exit Lanier Apparel
Oxford Industries announced plans to exit its Lanier apparel business by the second half of 2021 to focus on its lifestyle brands, including Tommy Bahama, Lilly Pulitzer and Southern Tide.
Arc’teryx Doubles New York Retail Footprint
Arc’teryx Equipment is continuing its retail expansion in the U.S. with the opening of three new Arc’teryx Icon stores in Manhattan by the end of the year.
REI To Close Yonkers Store
REI plans to close its store in Yonkers on Feb. 12, 2021, according to a report from Rockland/Westchester Journal News.
Riton Optics Appoints Director Of Product Development
Riton Optics announced the promotion of Jerimiah Alexander to director of product development.
Rapala USA Names Western U.S. Territory Manager
Rapala USA has named Bill Matthews to its sales/marketing/product development team as a territory manager covering 13 western U.S. states.
SylvanSport Added Two New Additions To Its Line Of Hack Pack Packable Pack
SylvanSport announces two new additions to its line of Hacky Pack packable packs — the Hacky Pack Duffle and Hacky Pack Hip. The original pack in the Hacky Pack line, the Hacky Pack Day, is a lightweight daypack that can carry a day’s worth of gear and convert into a packable 4-inch ball. The new […]
Aisle Talk Week Of December 7, 2020
The Top National stories and the Latest headlines across the Active Lifestyle Market for the week of December 7, 2020, covered in the SGB Updates and delivered to your inbox every business day.
Highland Trading Company Appoints Sales Manager
Highland Trading Company, Inc. announced the hiring of industry veteran Mike Stepanek as sales manager. Highland Trading Company is the manufacturer and distributer of Sportube and Wildsyde Vintage Electric Bicycles.
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