Competitive Cyclist, an online retailer of cycling gear and apparel, and L39ION of Los Angeles, a professional cycling team, announced it had formed a multi-year partnership.
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Dick’s SG Announces Opening Of Second Public Lands And Golf Galaxy Performance Center Locations
Dick’s Sporting Goods said it will expand the footprint of its Public Lands outdoor concept with the grand opening of its second Public Lands store in Columbus, OH on November 5. Dick’s will also open its second Golf Galaxy Performance Center, a redesigned concept featuring an “elevated experience for golfers,” in Woodbury, MN.

Report: Rothy’s Seeks $1 Billion Valuation In Funding Round
Rothy’s Inc. is in discussions to raise funding that could value the eco-friendly footwear company at more than $1 billion, according to Bloomberg.

Report: Skechers Considering IPO For Asia Segment
Skechers is reportedly considering spinning off its Asia business into a public company, according to Bloomberg.
Accell Group Appoints Chief Supply Chain Officer
Accell Group N.V. appointed Francesca Gamboni as chief supply chain officer and member of its Board of Management.
Victorinox North America Appoints Director Of Watches
Victorinox North America has named Barbara Jackson to director of watches, Victorinox Swiss Army Inc. She previously held senior sales and marketing roles at John Hardy and Tag Heuer watch and jewelry.
Solo Stove Launches Elemental Color Series Fire Pits
Solo Stove announced the release of its Elemental Color Series—the brand’s signature fire pits in five colors inspired by the Earth’s natural elements. To celebrate the launch, the company said it would plant ten thousand trees through One Tree Planted, to support its global reforestation efforts. “The Elemental Color Series was created to pay homage […]

Inside The Call: Columbia Sportswear Misses On Q3 Top Line; Sees Spring ’22 Sales Up Over 30 Percent
After notching a strong second-quarter performance tied to the company’s ability to ship Q3 orders early for retailers Columbia Sportswear found itself on the deficit end of the supply chain issues impacting most companies in the third quarter.

Puma Signs High School Basketball Star
Puma signed 17-year-old prep phenom Mikey Williams to an endorsement deal, making him the first American high school basketball player to sign a sneaker deal with a global footwear company.

Newell Brands Sees Modest Q3 Growth In Outdoor & Recreation Segment
Newell Brands said its Outdoor & Recreation segment generated net sales of $391 million in the third quarter compared with $383 million in the prior-year period, primarily reflecting core sales growth of 1.7 percent and the impact of favorable foreign exchange. Net sales exceeded the 2019 level.

Solo Brands Sees Strong IPO Debut
Solo Brands Inc., the parent of Solo Stove, Chubbies, Oru Kayak, and Isle paddleboard brands, raised $219.4 million in its initial public offering and saw a strong debut on its first day of trading.

Fanatics And IOC Partner On Global Online Store
Fanatics and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced a new partnership to launch its first global e-commerce platform and Olympic store to support the upcoming Paris Games in 2024, Milano Cortina Games in 2026 and LA Games in 2028.
Certor Sports Appoints CEO, Prepares For New Headquarters
Certor Sports appointed Jim Heidenreich as CEO. The parent of Adams USA, Hollywood Bases, ProGear, Schutt Sports, Tucci, and VICIS, also announced plans to move its global headquarters to Plainfield, IN.
Gordini Expands Ambassador Athlete Team
Gordini, maker of cold-weather gear for 65 years, announced it has expanded its ambassador athlete team with the addition of Gabby Palko and Robin Van Gyn. Palko, shown below, top, a skier, sailor and environmentalist, calls Valdez, AK home; while 2021 Natural Selection Tour Winner Van Gyn, shown below, bottom, splits her time snowboarding and […]

Lolë Introduces Men’s Collection For FW21/22
Lolë released its men’s collection for FW22/23. A maker of athletic women’s apparel, Lolë has expanded its offering for men with this collection. The line’s features include the use of recycled fibers, responsibly sourced and traceable down and water-repellent fabric with windproof protection. “This new high-performance men’s collection is designed to take on the […]