A new survey of active consumers across Europe from ISPO finds 75 percent indicating they pay special attention to awards and technical labels such as Gore-Tex, Vibram or bluesign when buying new sporting goods.
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Running USA: Traditional Distance Race Participation Sees Some Recovery
The number of runners registering for organized races in the U.S. was down slightly in 2018, continuing a five-year gradual drawback, according to Running USA’s annual U.S. Running Trends report. On the positive side, traditional distances – including the 5K, 10K, and half marathon – all increased year on year, while non-traditional distances and events drove the decline.
Aisle Talk Week Of April 8
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week, including Patagonia filing a lawsuit against AB InBev, the parent of Anheuser-Busch, claiming the brewer’s Patagonia beer is a “copycat brand.”
Salomon Expands U.S. Footwear Team With Outdoor Commercial Manager Hire
Salomon announced the appointment of George Egan to the new role of U.S. outdoor commercial manager for footwear.
OBIT: FLW Founder Irwin Jacobs
Irwin Jacobs, the founder and CEO of FLW (Fishing League Worldwide) has passed away.
Nike Close To Signing Record Deal With Liverpool
Nike is expected to replace New Balance as the kit supplier of the famed English Premier League soccer club, Liverpool.
RECALL: Field & Stream Hunting Stands
About 2,600 Field & Stream Timberline Hang On Tree Stands are being recalled by Dick’s Sporting Goods.
Hanesbrands Closing Sock Manufacturing Plant
Hanesbrands is closing a plant in Mount Airy, NC that made Hanes and Champion socks. Approximately 220 employees will be impacted.
Ross Stores Announces Departure Of President And COO
Ross Stores Inc. announced that Michael O’Sullivan, the company’s president and chief operating officer since 2009, has resigned from the company and its Board of Directors effective immediately to accept a position with another company.
Delta Apparel Appoints New Member To Board Of Directors
Delta Apparel Inc. on Thursday announced the appointment of Glenda E. Hood to its board of directors.
Conversation With Dakine VP Of Sales Chico Bukovansky
“Right now, it’s a fun ride,” said Chico Bukovansky, Dakine Equipment’s VP of sales, who spoke with SGB in a wide-ranging conversation about the Hood River, OR-based outdoor brand’s latest ownership change and what’s driving growth at the company these days. Here’s what he told us.
Fred’s To Close 159 Stores, Explore Strategic Options
Fred’s Inc., which operates discount stores throughout the Southeast, announced the retention of PJ Solomon to evaluate strategic alternatives to maximize value for shareholders. The company also said it will close 159 of its 557 stores.
The Buckle Sees Slight Comp Gain In March
The Buckle Inc. announced that comparable store net sales for the 5-week period ended April 6 increased 0.5 percent year over year. Net sales remained flat at $82.3 million.
Bill Supple Appointed Director, Brand and Business Development, Mountain Equipment Brand
Bill Supple, an outdoor industry veteran, has been recently brought on to help grow Outdoor & Sports Company (OSC)’s Mountain Equipment brand as brand and business development director. Supple has been CEO and president of Mammut Sports Group.
Styrka Optics Signs New Reps For Midwestern And North-Central States
Styrka Optics welcomed the Outdoor Outfitters Group as Styrka’s sales representative for the Midwestern and North-Central states.
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