Ironman Group Announces Promotions 

The Ironman Group announced several leadership promotions, including Stefan Petschnig to chief business development officer and Matt Wikstrom to chief partnerships officer. Thomas Veje Olsen was promoted to senior vice president and named the managing director for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), replacing Petschnig.

Nite Ize Launches All-Purpose Utility Straps

Nite Ize launched its GearPro Utility Straps. Available at retail in early spring, these utility straps feature stretchy, UV-resistant rubber with an aluminum buckle. “When we looked at our tie-down product assortment as a whole, we saw a need for a mid-sized, all-purpose utility strap,” said Rick Case, Nite Ize founder and CEO. “The GearPro […]

Nite Ize Launches Universal Phone Holder

Nite Ize launched its Squeeze Clippable Phone Holder available at retail early spring. The universal phone holder clips to a belt or backpack strap. “Our Squeeze design has been a hit since its release last year, so we wanted to expand its utility and versatility on the go,” said Rick Case, Nite Ize founder and […]

Nite Ize Launches Steelie Orbiter Plus Dash and Vent Kits

Nite Ize launched the Steelie Orbiter Plus Dash and Vent Kits for early spring delivery at retail. The Orbiter Plus Kits allow customers to mount and secure its Apple MagSafe iPhone in the car, even while inductive charging. “Nine years ago, Nite Ize invented magnetic phone mounting technology with Steelie,” said Rick Case, Nite Ize […]

Nite Ize Launches Clippable AirTag Holder

Nite Ize launched its WearAbout Clippable Tracker Holder scheduled for release this spring. The Apple AirTag holder, shown right, features a lightweight, discreet housing with a locking carabiner clip. “When Apple announced the AirTag, our first thought was ‘This needs a holder,’ said Rick Case, Nite Ize founder and CEO. “And in classic Nite Ize […]

Helly Hansen To Support International Ski Patrol Day

Helly Hansen said it will participate in the first annual International Ski Patrol Day on February 10, 2022, which will recognize the work patrollers do to keep resorts safe for all skill levels of play. The company also said it would donate five percent of all its e-commerce sales from February 10-14, 2022, to organizations […]

Ignik Showcases Next Gen Portable Propane Products For SS22

Ignik showcases its next generation of portable propane products, building on its sustainably designed solutions for outdoor heat.  With upgraded versions of the Gas Growler and the FireCan propane-powered fire pit and new accessories, the brand “continues to innovate zero-waste heating options for outdoor adventure.” The Gas Growler X offers a longer-lasting alternative to single-use propane bottles […]

Finisterre Launches Biosmock With Traceable HD Wool Apparel Insulation

British brand, Finisterre, announced it released its first fully-circular jacket. Built as an insulated outerwear piece, the Biosmock can be layered under a waterproof jacket or worn as an outer shell. Constructed with a PrimaLoft Bio compostable shell, renewable and traceable HD Wool Apparel Insulation and biodegradable fasteners, the jacket will compost at the end […]

Reebok Signs Licensing Partner For Middle East And Africa

Authentic Brand Group (ABG) announced that Al Boom Marine (ABM), a company under the portfolio of Scope Investment, will become the operating partner for Reebok in the GCC, the Middle East, including Iraq and Lebanon, and North Africa, which includes Algeria, Egypt and Morocco.

Outdoor Cap Promotes Harris As President

Outdoor Cap announced that it had promoted its chief sales officer, Jeanelle Harris, to president of the company immediately. Harris succeeds Jim Haworth, who announced his upcoming departure to serve as Executive Chairman to NOW Diagnostics, a health testing company.

VF’s Q3 Earnings Tops Wall Street’s Targets, Sales Jump 22 Percent

VF Corp. reported earnings on an adjusted basis rose 45 percent in the third quarter ended December 31 and topped Wall Street’s estimates. Sales grew 22 percent led by 28 percent growth at The North Face. Sales grew 8 percent at Vans, 11 percent at Timberland, and 4 percent at Dickies. VF reaffirmed its EPS outlook for the fiscal year while slightly lowering its sales outlook due to lowered growth expectations at Vans.

Boot Barn Q3 Sales Surge 71 Percent

Boot Barn Holdings, Inc. reported earnings more than doubled in the third quarter ended December 25 on a 71 percent revenue gain when compared to the 2019 third quarter.

Lululemon Adds Board Member

Lululemon Athletica, Inc. announced that Alison Loehnis, president of luxury and fashion at Yoox Net-a-Porter, has been appointed to serve on its Board of Directors.

Winchester Q4 Sales Expand 15 Percent

Olin Corporation reported Winchester’s sales grew 14.7 percent in the fourth quarter to $390.6 million compared to $340.6 million in the fourth quarter of 2020. Olin said the increase in sales was primarily due to higher commercial ammunition pricing.