Power Plate introduced its upgraded Power Plate Pulse massage gun in its lineup of vibration products. The full-size handheld massager offers six vibration intensity levels, six-hour battery life from a single charge and is 20 percent lighter than its predecessor. It includes six attachments to optimize preparation and recovery. The new Pulse also includes an antimicrobial […]
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Urban Outfitters Holiday Comps Rise 14.6 Percent
Urban Outfitters, Inc. announced net sales over November and December rose 14.6 percent, although it indicated that higher freight costs and promotions at the Free People brand will impact margins.
Lyman Appoints National Account Manager
Lyman Products, a maker of shooting accessories, announced the promotion of Alex Hayowyk to the position of national account manager.

NMMA Report: U.S. Boating Boom Continues With Record 2021 Sales
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) announced that U.S. new powerboat retail unit sales are expected to surpass 300,000 units for the second consecutive year, closing 2021 an estimated 4-to-6 percent below record highs in 2020 and 7 percent above the five-year sales average.
Scarpa Welcomes Bodie Miller As Ski Ambassador
Scarpa, producer of footwear for mountain sports, announced that it welcomed American Alpine Ski Racer, Bode Miller, to its athlete roster. Miller joins other professional skiers on its athlete team, including Chris Davenport, who renewed his contract this season. “My goal has always been to evolve the sport of skiing and the equipment we use,” […]

Yue Yuen Revenues Up One Percent For 2021
Yue Yuen reported sales slipped 2.1 percent in December and ended up 1.0 percent for the year.
Osprey Introduces Mutant Nimsdai 90 For Fall 2022
Osprey said it will launch for Fall 2022 its Mutant Nimsdai 90 created for Nepalese mountaineer and Osprey ambassador Nimsdai “Nims” Purja MBE and his team who were the first to summit K2 in the winter of 2020. “Tested in the harshest environment on one of the world’s toughest mountaineering feats, the Mutant Nimsdai […]

Amer Sports Divests Suunto To Liesheng
Amer Sports has reached an agreement to divest Suunto to Liesheng, a Chinese technology company focusing on the smart & sport wearables electronics segment.

Port Of Los Angeles Applauds Governor Newsom’s Port Investment Plan
On Monday, the California Governor, Galvin Newsom, unveiled his 2022/23 state budget proposal, known as “The California Blueprint.” The proposed budget includes a planned record investment of $2.3 billion for California ports.
JCPenney Executive Hires Support E-Commerce And Omnichannel Development
JCPenney said former Gap and Walmart executive Sharmeelee Bala has been named chief information officer and Katie Mullen has joined the company from Neiman Marcus Group as chief digital and transformation officer.
Ice Shaker Partners With Oxygen Esports
Ice Shaker and Oxygen Esports announced a partnership where Ice Shaker becomes the official Performance Bottle and Shaker Partner of Oxygen Esports, the Boston Uprising and the newly announced Boston Call of Duty League franchise.
Simms Acquires The River’s Edge
Simms Fishing Products, manufacturer of waders, outerwear, footwear, and technical apparel in fishing, announced it has acquired Bozeman, MT-based specialty retailer, The River’s Edge Fly Shop.
Costa Sunglasses Names Vice President, Marketing
Costa Sunglasses appointed industry veteran John Acosta as vice president of marketing.
Nester Hosiery Appoints SVP Brands And Licenses
Nester Hosiery, the maker of merino wool socks and parent of Farm to Feet, has added Chris Bevin to its executive team as senior vice president of Brands and Licenses.

Magma Launches Crossover Series Cooking System With BBQGuys
Magma Products, a maker of marine and outdoor grills, announced the launch of its Crossover Series, a portable cooking system built for RV travelers and tailgaters in stainless steel with the ability to transform from stove to grill, pizza oven, griddle, or plancha. While the Crossover Series signals Magma’s entrance into the RV and tailgating […]