Scarpa North America, the wholly-owned U.S. and Canadian distributor for Scarpa, announced it had promoted Melanie Hood to director of marketing and communications and Joe Higby as VP of Finance.
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Nautilus, Inc. Releases Bowflex Max Total 16
Nautilus, Inc. (NYSE:NLS) has released its Bowflex Max Total 16 cardio machine, a “premiere model” in its Max Trainer line, which includes a 16-inch embedded HD touch screen that integrates with the brand’s JRNY digital fitness platform. The machine combines the low impact of an elliptical with the high intensity of a stepper. Features include […]
Grayl Introduces UltraPress Water Filter And Purifier Bottle
Seattle, OR-based Grayl, a maker of water purifiers, announced the launch of its packable UltraPress Filter and Purifier created for hikers, backpackers and travelers. The bottle offers many of the performance features found in the higher capacity 24-ounce GeoPress but in a compact, 16.9-ounce. The UltraPress allows the user to make clean, safe drinking water […]
Black Diamond To Expand Retail Presence In U.S.
Black Diamond Equipment announced it would open two retail stores this winter in Jackson Hole, WY and Burlington, VT followed by a third retail location in Bend, OR, scheduled to open in Spring 2022.
Garmin Becomes Title Sponsor Of Garmin RunningLane Cross Country Championships
Garmin International Inc. announced it has signed a two-year deal to become the title sponsor of the Garmin RunningLane Cross Country Championships, beginning with this year’s event in Huntsville, AL on December 4, 2021. The Garmin RunningLane Cross Country Championships is a running event that hosts 1,500 U.S. high school athletes postseason to compete for […]
Bogs Q3 Sales Impacted By Production And Shipping Delays
Weyco Group Inc. reported sales for the third quarter rose 16.2 percent. In the North American wholesale segment, sales of legacy brands (Florsheim, Stacy Adams, and Nunn Bush) all grew against depressed year-ago comparisons tied to the pandemic. Sales of Bogs fell 8 percent mainly due to production and shipping delays from manufacturers in Asia.
Weyco Announces Retirement Of CFO
Weyco Group Inc. announced that John F. Wittkowske, the company’s senior vice president, chief financial officer and secretary, would retire effective May 6, 2022. Wittkowske will be succeeded by Judy Anderson as the company’s chief financial officer and secretary.
Dick’s SG And Nike To Integrate Loyalty Programs In Connected Partnership
Dick’s Sporting Goods and Nike Inc. said its customers could now connect their Dick’s Scorecard and Nike Membership accounts through Dick’s mobile app as part of a new connected partnership to gain access to products, experiences and offers.
Norrøna Adds Canadian Sales Representation
Norrøna announced a partnership with Canadian sales representative Ryan Letchford, founder and lead rep of Squamish-based Wabi Sabi sales agency.
NICS Firearms Background Checks Fall 19 Percent In October
The October 2021 NSSF-adjusted National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) decreased 19.3 in October against inflated demand a year ago tied to the pandemic. October 2021 figures were the second strongest for the month on record, surpassed only by October 2020,
Boardriders Appoints New Quiksilver And RVCA Leaders
Boardriders Inc. announced the appointment of Brad Blankinship as global general manager, Quiksilver and David Brooks as global general manager, RVCA.
Nike Files Patents To Sell Virtual Goods
Nike has applied this week for new trademarks indicating its intent to sell branded virtual goods, including shoes and apparel, according to a report from Bloomberg.
Camping World Lifts Outlook On Strong Q3
Camping World Holdings Inc. raised its full-year guidance after reporting earnings in the third quarter ended September 30 advanced 22.3 percent on a 14.2 percent gain.
Rocky Brands Hit By Fulfillment Challenges In Third Quarter
Rocky Brands Inc. reported earnings that came in well below Wall Street’s consensus estimate and said its results were hurt by temporary fulfillment challenges in the company’s Ohio distribution center.
Big 5’s Profits Dip On Tough Comparisons
Big 5 Sporting Goods reported net earnings declined 15.1 in the third quarter ended October 3, in line with guidance and reflecting challenging comparisons in the year-ago pandemic-fueled quarter. Same-store sales decreased 0.7 percent compared to the prior year period and increased 13.2 percent compared to the third quarter of 2019.
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