The parent of the Trotters, SoftWalk, Bueno, Los Cabos and Pendleton footwear brands, reported sales of $4.7 million in the second quarter ended July 1, up 5.2 percent from $4.4 million in the second quarter of 2022.
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Yue Yuen Sees Another Sharp Footwear Manufacturing Sales Decline in August
The manufacturer of footwear for most major outdoor and athletic brands, reported that in August, net consolidated operating revenue, declined 19.8 percent after posting a 106 percent increase in the prior-year month.
Volvik USA Announces New Leadership Team
Volvik USA, Inc., the golf ball manufacturer based in Orlando, reported it named Pete Kinney president and John Holst as president of sales
La Sportiva x Janji Release “Door to World” Ltd-Edition Running Collection
Ten-piece capsule exclusively through REI
Nebraska Sports Card Retailers Merge Operations
Rickley Sports Cards, LLC, a sports card and memorabilia shop, has completed the acquisition of a sports card shop Perfect 10 Card Company. Financial terms of the private transaction were not disclosed.
Performance Health Acquires Sports Medicine Product Distributor Sissel France
With a legacy spanning over 30 years in the medical and paramedical product market, Sissel France’s brands and products are said to “align with Performance Health’s mission to help people feel good, perform better and live their best lives.”
Foot Locker’s Debt Ratings Downgraded by Moody’s
Moody’s Investors Service downgraded Foot Locker, Inc.’s debt ratings, reflecting Moody’s view that Foot Locker’s earnings and cash flow are likely to remain pressured for an extended period, given the execution risk associated with implementing its Lace Up plan transformation initiatives in a challenging consumer spending environment.
Nike to Permanently Close NE Portland Store Following High Theft
Nike has decided not to re-open its factory store in Portland, OR, which it closed temporarily last fall due to theft and safety issues
Self Esteem Brands Creates Anytime Fitness Master Franchisee for Canada
The parent company of a global portfolio of fitness, health and wellness franchise brands designated AF National Franchising Ltd. as an Anytime Fitness master franchisee for Canada, which includes 225 franchised Anytime Fitness clubs.
Aaron Rodgers Continues Investment in Building Amberjack Brand
Amberjack said initial partnership conversations began in 2020 during the pandemic before the brand launched. Rodgers was reportedly impressed with the brand vision and invested in 2021, working in tandem with company Founder and CEO John Peters.
Mark’s Rolls Out Two New Workwear Retail Formats in Canada
Mark’s, the Canadian retailer owned by Canadian Tire and sister company to SportChek, Sports Experts, Pro Hockey Life, and Helly Hansen, introduced two new industrial-exclusive retail stores—Mark’s WorkPro and L’Equipeur Pro.
Cotopaxi Taps Two Outdoor Industry Sales Vets to Drive Wholesale Sales
Joining the team in August are Jody Carlson as VP of global wholesale and Kari Larsen as director of North American wholesale.
EXEC: American Outdoor Brands Execs Detail Fiscal First Quarter Progress
The recent issues with inventory and reduced consumer demand in the broader firearms market at retail had an effect of the company’s Shooting Sports segment, but strong growth in the company’s Outdoor Lifestyle segment offset the decline in the shooting accessories business.
Portland’s Andy and Bax to Close
Andy and Bax, the Portland, OR-based retailer of camping equipment and military surplus gear, is closing after 78 years.
Canterbury Renews Contract with Irish Rugby Team
Canterbury agreed a four-year extension to its deal as the official kit partner with the Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU).
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