Vibram Reignites FiveFingers Category With Global Move Freely Campaign

Vibram is launching a global digital campaign to reignite the FiveFingers category. It kicks off with a film presentation narrating the connection between the human foot and the natural environment showing the infinite possibilities to ‘Move Freely.’  Fabrizio Gamberini, global chief brand officer and president of Vibram Corp. said, “The Move Freely campaign marks a […]

Kitsbow Cycling Apparel Sponsors New England Mountain Bike Association

Kitsbow announced a new partnership with the New England Mountain Bike Association (NEMBA), one of the oldest mountain bike organizations in the United States, which works in six states and is supported by 8,000 members.  In celebration of NEMBA’s 35th anniversary, Kitsbow created a special edition of its wool Icon shirt, Merino wool Lory top for […]

Aquasphere Introduces High-Performance Kayenne Pro Goggle

Aquasphere, the swimming and triathlon brand, announced the latest evolution of the Kayenne, Aquasphere’s best-selling triathlete and fitness goggle. The Kayenne Pro now offers advancements in lens technology, increased field of vision and an adjustable nose bridge. “The Kayenne Pro goggles are ideal for open water swimming because of the expanded field of vision,” said Sam […]

Stix Golf Closes $10 Million Funding Round

Stix Golf, the start-up maker of golf clubs, announced the close of a $10 million Series A financing round with notable contributions from existing and new investors including Verance Capital, 2.0 Ventures, and Spacestation Investments.

Bollé Brands Appoints Three North American Execs

Bollé Brands Group, Bollé, Serengeti, and Bollé Safety, appointed a vice president, head of specialty sales, e-commerce director, and a senior vice president, finance and operations to support its North American operations.

Trove Appoints CEO

Trove, the specialist in re-commerce, announced that its President, Gayle Tait, has been promoted to CEO effective immediately. Andy Ruben, who has been CEO since he founded the company in 2011, will transition to executive chairman.

Speede Fitness Appoints Chief Athletic Officer

Speede Fitness, a Chicago-area strength training company launching a fitness machine this summer, announced that UFC fighter Michael Chandler accepted the position as chief athletic officer, effective immediately, recruiting professional athletes to the brand and advising the company on workout programming. 

Caza Outdoors Appoints GM And Sales Director

Caza Outdoors, LLC appointed industry veteran Phil Dalrymple as GM of Pnuma Outdoors and Heated Core. Rusty Smith, chief programs officer, was promoted to sales director for Pnuma Outdoors and Heated Core, of Caza Outdoors.

Boot Barn Sales Climbed 48 Percent

Boot Barn Holdings Inc. reported net earnings jumped 81.7 percent in the fiscal fourth quarter ended March 26 as sales grew 48.1 percent. The footwear retailer raised its store count potential to 900 stores from 500.