Igloo Launches Beatles Yellow Submarine Cooler Collection

Igloo launched The Beatles Yellow Submarine coolers inspired by the rock band’s animated 1968 film and album. The special-edition collection includes a Little Playmate cooler, backpack cooler and tote cooler bag featuring custom artwork from the movie.  “It’s such a dream to continue our partnership with the truly revolutionary Beatles,” said Adrienne Berkes, vice president, […]

Zumiez Q2 Falls Short Of Guidance

Zumiez Inc. reported sales were down 18 percent in the second quarter ended July 30 and fell by the same amount in August. Second-quarter results were well below company guidance. Rick Brooks, CEO, said, “We are disappointed that our recent performance fell short of expectations and we are making adjustments to our merchandise assortments and managing expenses in order to improve near-term results.”

Smith & Wesson’s Sales Tumble 69 Percent

Smith & Wesson Brands Inc. reported a significant decline in earnings in the fiscal first quarter ended July 31 as sales dropped 69 percent. Mark Smith, CEO, commented, “As expected, our first quarter results reflected a return to a normal demand pattern at the retail counter for firearms combined with temporary headwinds from inventory corrections within the channel.”

Original Footwear Company Names CEO

Original Footwear Company, the maker of tactical footwear, named Mark Cavanaugh as CEO, succeeding Founder Kevin Cole, who will remain on its Board of Directors.

Moncler Launches TrailGrip Footwear Line

Moncler launched its Trailgrip line, a “convergence of its mountain DNA and an effortless cool that speaks to urban city spaces.”  The footwear features a robust sole inspired by Vibram’s MegaGrip rubber mountain bike tires and flexible carbon fiber plates for responsive cushioning and dynamic support.  The company collaborated with Cordura and Gore-Tex on the […]

Ripton & Co. Releases Diesel Overalls

Ripton & Co., the technical active stretch denim brand, released its men’s and women’s overalls in its performance wash, diesel. “These overalls are going to be a staple in people’s lives,” said Elliot Wilkson-Ray, founder and CEO. “We have been tweaking the fit of our overalls since inception, and these are the best yet—incredibly stylish […]

Todd Krinsky New CEO Reebok

Authentic Brands Group (ABG) has promoted Todd Krinsky as the new CEO of Reebok after acquiring the brand earlier this year. Matt O’Toole, who has led Reebok for the past 15 years, will transition to join ABG as executive chair in January 2023.