Rocky Brands took full advantage of its supply chain execution strength in the second quarter as the company capitalized on inventory weaknesses at key competitors to bolster its sales line in the period.
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Former Nike Marketing Manager Sentenced In Scheme To Defraud Company
A former marketing manager at Nike, Inc. was sentenced to more than two-and-a-half years in federal prison today for perpetrating a scheme to defraud his former employer and a childhood friend, according to a press release from Oregon’s U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Bauer Hockey Buys Skate Sharpening Company
Bauer Hockey announced that it has acquired ProSharp AB based in Sweden. Founded in 1984, ProSharp is used by some of the world’s top hockey stars in the National Hockey League and national teams and professional clubs across Europe.
NICS Firearms Background Checks Drop In July
The July 2021 NSSF-adjusted National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) decreased 30.1 percent in July against a surge in the early months of the pandemic.
UCO Goes ECO With New Mess Kits
In UCO’s continuing commitment to sustainability, it is debuting its ECO 5-Piece Mess Kit made from post-consumer and post-industrial plastic waste at the Big Gear Show and OR Summer Market. The Kit is made from recovered, recycled polypropylene and features a sealed locking lid, matching spoon and bowl radius, 4-in-1 ECO Switch Spork utensil set, […]
Ionic+ Antimicrobial Treatment To Feature Exclusively In Flylow Gear Apparel
Noble Biomaterials* announced that its Ionic+ fabric treatment is the only antimicrobial being used by Flylow Gear, a manufacturer of outerwear and apparel. In spring 2021, Noble Biomaterials launched Ionic+ a self-cleaning, silver-based antimicrobial treatment for fibers and fabrics which inhibits the growth of microbes and odor-causing bacteria. Flylow’s use of Ionic+ comes ahead of OR […]
NPD Sees Robust Athletic Footwear And Activewear Sales In First Six Months 2021
Athletic footwear sales for the first six months of 2021 grew more than 35 percent versus 2020 and about 23 percent versus 2019, according to the NPD Group Inc. Sales of activewear grew more than 40 percent in the first six months in 2021 over last year and more than 25 percent when compared to 2019.
Iconix Announces Redemption Of 5.75 Percent Convertible Notes
Iconix Brand Group Inc., which is in the process of going private, announced it has caused to be delivered a Notice of Full Conditional Redemption to the trustee of its outstanding 5.75 percent convertible senior notes due 2023.
CODI Completes Sale Of Liberty Safe
Compass Diversified (CODI) announced that it has completed the sale of its majority-owned subsidiary, Liberty Safe Holding Corporation, the parent company of Liberty Safe and Security Products, Inc. to an affiliate of Monomoy Capital Partners.
Weyco’s Sales Rebound In Second Quarter
Weyco Group Inc. reported sales for the second quarter of 2021 were $57.6 million compared to second quarter 2020 net sales of $16.6 million.
Rocky Brands’ Revenues Expand More Than Two-Fold In Q2
Profits at Rocky Brands Inc. rose 59.5 percent in the second quarter ended June 30 on a 134.2 percent revenue gain.
Huk Introduces Kona Collection
Huk’s newly released Hawaiian-themed Kona shirts offer an island vibe whether on a vacation or running errands around town. The performance short-sleeve button-downs include the Kona Paradise Pass, Kona Kai, Kona Stackin’ Bills, and Kona Fins ‘N Stripes lines. They feature a 65 percent polyester, 35 percent cotton blend for water and surf and are […]
Big 5 Sporting Goods Sees Q2 Sales Climb 31 Percent
Big 5 Sporting Goods Corp. reported earnings more than tripled in the second quarter ended July 4 as same-store sales jumped 31 percent. Earnings and sales came in well above company guidance.
Nite Ize Launches Rechargeable LED Safety Necklace For Small Dogs
Nite Ize launched the NiteHowl Mini Rechargeable LED Safety Necklace. Available at retail in fall 2021, the rechargeable device provides increased visibility for small dog breeds during early morning and evening walks. “For years, owners have asked for our popular NiteHowl to be scaled down for small dogs,” said Rick Case, Nite Ize founder and CEO. “With NiteHowl […]
Nite Ize Introduces Rechargeable Flashflight
Nite Ize launched the Flashflight Rechargeable Light Up Flying Disc with Disc-O TechTM color selection LED module. The upgraded device in its Flashflight Flying Disc will be available at retail in fall 2021. “At Nite Ize, we’re dedicated to evolving technology while reducing environmental impact,” said Rick Case, Nite Ize founder and CEO. “The major […]
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