The Asics Corpration study of over 26,000 global respondents found that the more people exercise, the higher their State of Mind scores. Gen Z had the lowest scores, with an average of 62/100 compared to the Baby Boomers’ 68/100 and the Silent Generation’s 70/100.
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P.F. Flyers Announces Brand Refresh, Expands Into Wholesale Distribution
P.F. Flyer’s partnership with Revolve and the Desert Adventure collection are the starting point of new offerings from the heritage company with plans to roll out more over the next year.
Safilo Group and Marc Jacobs Renew Global Eyewear Licensing Agreement
Safilo announced the early renewal of its multi-year global licensing agreement for Marc Jacobs branded eyewear until December 2031.
The Buckle Appoints VP of Women’s Merchandising
Stacey Manary has been employed by The Buckle since September 1995 and, most recently, was the retailer’s director of women’s denim merchandising and operations.
The Buckle Comps Down 9.4 Percent in Fiscal March
Net sales for the 2024 fiscal March period decreased 8.0 percent to $104.3 million from net sales of $113.4 million for the prior-year comparative period.
EXEC: Lululemon, Patagonia and Vuori Top Best Brands for Resale Report
Active lifestyle brands dominated the leader board in the latest annual resale report from ThredUp and doubled representation in the report’s Top 20 for Best Brands for Resale.
PickUp USA Fitness Expands In Tampa Bay, FL
Growing basketball gym franchise for adult and youth “hoopers,” adds two locations on the Gulf Coast.
Trango Signs Five-Year Safety Gear Provider Partnership with IFSC
The range of products Trango supplies will extend to all the safety gear needed to run a lead competition, including belay devices, harnesses and ropes.
EXEC: First Quarter Footwear Manufacturing Sees Mixed Results
Long-time Nike manufacturing partner Feng Tay posted a solid 6.5 percent increase for Q1, while footwear shipments at Yue Yuen, one of the biggest makers of athletic and outdoor footwear, saw flat shipments for the quarter.
EXEC: 361 Degrees Posts Strong Double-Digit Q1 Retail Sales Growth
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Carbitex Strengthens Global Team With New Hires
Filippo Sartor was hired as VP of global sales and Sam Gardner as VP of engineering and operations to better serve strategic brand partners, achieve forecasted growth in the short and long term and expand global market presence.
Oncore Golf Partners with PGA Camps to Support Next Gen Golfers
By supplying the best golf balls in the game and introducing innovative rental programs for junior golf clubs, OnCore Golf “seeks to enhance the playing experience and performance of young athletes in the PGA Camps.”
Polaris Elevates Side-By-Side with 2025 Full-Size Ranger Lineup
Polaris brings back Ranger Crew XP 1000 Waterfowl Edition and announces Ranger Crew XP 1000 NorthStar Texas Edition.
OrthoLite Expands Patent Protection for Hybrid Technology Line
As of April 2, 2024, OrthoLite holds three design patents protecting the visual aesthetics of its Hybrid line against knock-off products, and should competitors try to challenge its IP claim.
Unrivaled Sports Acquires YTH Sports
With the acquisition of YTH Sports, Unrivaled Sports reported that “it expects to welcome nearly 600,000 athletes and 1.2 million attendees in 2024 through its 13 owned and operated properties.